1.
Comment upon the distribution of legislative subjects between the Centre and states. Under what
circumstances does the Parliament make laws on matters enumerated in the State list?
Approach:
- Introduce briefly with articles and part of the Constitution dealing with the distribution of legislative
subjects between the Centre and states. - Discuss how the legislative power’s distribution between Centre and State is done in the Indian
constitution. - Bring out the circumstances under which Parliament can make laws on matters enumerated in the
State List.
2.
Explain the significance of the concept of ‘separation of powers’ in a democracy. What can be the
reasons for India not following the doctrine in the strict sense?
Approach:
- Briefly explain the doctrine of separation of powers.
- Explain how it has not been adopted in strict sense in India
- Discuss some of the important judgments of SC in context with separation of power.
