Define statutory bodies and quasi-judicial bodies. Examine the purpose of establishing such bodies and bring out key differences between them.

Topic: Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies

Q2. Define statutory bodies and quasi-judicial bodies. Examine the purpose of establishing such bodies and bring out key differences between them. (150 Words)

 Difficulty level: Easy

 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 the Mission-2024 Secure timetable.

Key Demand of the question:

Define statutory bodies and quasi-judicial bodies. Examine the purpose of establishing such bodies. Bring out the key differences between them.

Directive word: 

Examine – When asked to ‘Examine’, we must investigate the topic (content words) in detail, inspect it, investigate it and establish the key facts and issues related to the topic in question. While doing so we should explain why these facts and issues are important and their implications.

Structure of the answer:

Introduction: Begin by providing a concise definition of statutory bodies and quasi-judicial bodies.

Body:

Definition of Statutory Bodies: Start by explaining what statutory bodies are. Definition of Quasi-Judicial Bodies: Next, define quasi-judicial bodies. Discuss the reasons behind the establishment of statutory bodies and Quasi-Judicial Bodies Key Differences between Statutory and Quasi-Judicial Bodies: Highlight the distinctions between the two types of bodies.

 E.g.: Statutory bodies may have broader powers, including rule-making authority, whereas quasi-judicial bodies exercise quasi-judicial or limited judicial powers.

Conclusion:

Suggest a way forward.