Debate on Granting Full Statehood to Delhi Issues, Challenges and Supreme Court Ruling

Even after the 69th constitutional amendment act, 1992, the Council of ministers requires the approval of the Lt. Governor for performing certain administrative functions. For instance, three significant entities—Delhi Police,…

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Challenges in Ensuring Government Accountability: Limitations of Key Institutional Mechanisms

Limitations of Parliament and Its Committees in Ensuring Government Accountability Body of layman: Parliamentarians are not experts when it comes to the functioning of the government and its agencies. Due…

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Role of Judiciary and Lokpal in Ensuring Accountability of Political Executives in India

In India, the judiciary plays a critical role in ensuring accountability of the government. The judiciary is the final arbiter of disputes between individuals, between the government and individuals, and…

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