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The Constitutional Justification of Reservation Policies in India under Article 14

I. Introduction: Reservation Policies and the Equality Code Reservation policies in India represent a significant and complex facet of the nation’s constitutional and social landscape. Conceived as a form of affirmative action, these policies aim to address and rectify the deep-seated historical and ongoing social, educational, and economic disadvantages faced by specific communities, notably the […]

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The Doctrine of Reasonable Classification under Article 14 :

I. Introduction Article 14 of the Constitution of India stands as the bedrock of equality, a fundamental guarantee against arbitrary discrimination by the State.1 It embodies the ideal of equal treatment, a cornerstone of Indian democracy.1 However, the practical application of law in a diverse and complex society necessitates differentiation. Modern governance often requires the

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Whether Fundamental Rights can be amended?

The Constitution of India, adopted in 1950, represents a complex tapestry of governance principles, individual liberties, and socio-economic aspirations. At its heart lies a fundamental tension, one that has fueled decades of constitutional debate and judicial interpretation: the relationship between the power of Parliament to amend the Constitution, enshrined primarily in Article 368, and the

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The Evolution of the Right to Privacy under Article 21:

I. Introduction: Article 21 and the Quest for Privacy Article 21 of the Constitution of India, enshrined in Part III guaranteeing Fundamental Rights, stands as a cornerstone of individual liberty. Its text, concise yet profound, declares: “No person shall be deprived of his life or personal liberty except according to procedure established by law”.1 This

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