Topic: Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary—Ministries and Departments of the Government; pressure groups and formal/informal associations and their role in the Polity.
2. Whatever be the criticism of judicial activism, it cannot be disputed that judicial activism has done a great deal to improve the conditions of the masses in the country. Substantiate with examples. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate.
Reference: Insights on India
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 2 and mentioned as part of Mission-2022 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about pros and cons of judicial activism in India.
Directive word:
Substantiate – When you are asked to Substantiate, you must pass a sound judgement about the truth of the given statement in the question or the topic based on evidence. You must appraise the worth of the statement in question using suitable case studies or/ and examples.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by defining judicial activism in India. Cite examples of substanatiate.
Body:
First, explain the various criticism of judicial activism in India – overreach, not defined in constitution, judges acting as lawmakers etc. Cite examples to substantiate.
Next, write the role of judicial activism in India to improve the conditions of the masses in the country. Use various examples to substantive your points.
Conclusion:
Conclude by giving a balanced opinion.
