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19.Restrictive rules of standing are antithesis to a healthy system of administrative law” – Elucidate.
Administrative Law is primarily concerned with controlling administrative power and protecting individuals against arbitrary, unreasonable, or unlawful actions of the State. In a democratic welfare […]
18.Explain the scope and application of the maxim audi alteram partem
Administrative authorities in a modern welfare State exercise wide powers that directly affect the rights, liberties, and legitimate expectations of individuals. Decisions relating to employment, […]
17.Discuss with the help of decided cases the judicial control exercised over delegated legislation
In a modern welfare State, the Legislature alone cannot make laws to meet every administrative, technical, and local requirement of governance. As a result, the […]
16. The Government granted mining lease on pick-and-choose basis to a politically influential person. Can a public-spirited citizen challenge it?
Facts of the Case The Government granted a mining lease to a person who was politically influential. The grant was made on a pick-and-choose basis, […]
15.Write a detailed note on the Rule of Fair Hearing
In a modern welfare State, administrative authorities exercise vast discretionary powers affecting the rights, liberties, and livelihood of individuals. Decisions related to employment, licensing, taxation, […]
12. Students were expelled based on statements recorded behind their back without cross-examination. Decide the validity.
Facts of the Case Certain students of an educational institution were alleged to have committed acts of indiscipline. Based on these allegations, the disciplinary authority […]
11. A State Government promised sales tax exemption to new industries but later withdrew it. The company relied on the promise and challenged the withdrawal. Decide.
Facts of the Case The State Government announced an industrial policy granting sales tax exemption to newly established industries with the objective of promoting industrial […]
8. The licence of a trader was cancelled by the Licensing authority. Copy of the order was not supplied and appeal was rejected without reasons. Will the trader succeed if he approaches the Court?
Facts of the Case A trader was carrying on his business under a valid licence issued by the competent Licensing Authority under the relevant statute. […]
50. Right to Hearing
Right to Hearing – Meaning and Scope The Right to Hearing is a fundamental principle of natural justice. It is expressed through the maxim audi […]