Topic: Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary—Ministries and Departments of the Government;
1. Article 32 of the Indian Constitution is a crucial provision that empowers the Supreme Court to issue writs for the protection and enforcement of fundamental rights, making the Constitution a living document with practical and enforceable guarantees for individuals. Discuss. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Insights on India
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus (Revision) of General studies paper – 2 and mentioned as part of Mission-2024 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the role of Article 32 in safeguarding fundamental rights under article 32.
Directive:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you must debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You must give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Start by giving a brief about article 32.
Body:
First, in detail, about the role of the SC as the “guarantor” and “defender” of the fundamental rights.
Next, write in detail about the various types of writs and the purposes behind it. Substantiate using examples and SC case to show how writs are used to protect fundamental rights.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising and giving views of various scholars regarding it.
