[ Day 69 – September 9, 2024] 75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2024 - INSIGHTS IAS

75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2024

Q1. The establishment of regional benches of the Supreme Court of India is a necessary step to enhance access to justice and reduce the burden on the central judiciary. Do you agree? Justify your answer and suggest a way forward. (15M)

Key Demand of the Question:

Evaluate the necessity of establishing regional benches of the Supreme Court to enhance access to justice and alleviate the burden on the central judiciary, and suggest a way forward.

Structure of the Answer:

Introduction:

Briefly introduce the concept of regional benches of the Supreme Court and the purpose they aim to serve.

Body:

First part: Need for Regional Benches

Enhanced Access to Justice, Reduced Case Backlog, Decentralization of Justice Delivery

Second part: Challenges and Criticisms:

Threat to Judicial Integrity, Logistical and Financial Constraints, Constitutional and Legal Hurdles

Third part: Suggestions and Way Forward:

Establish Circuit Benches, Leverage Technology, Consultative Process:

Conclusion:

Emphasize the need for regional benches as a step towards equitable justice.

Q2. Examine the shortcomings of the Representation of the People Act. Suggest measures to enhance its effectiveness. (10M)

Key Demand of the Question:

Identify the shortcomings of the Representation of the People Act (RPA) and propose measures to improve its effectiveness.

Structure of the Answer:

Introduction:

Briefly introduce the Representation of the People Act (RPA) and its history.

Body:

First part: Shortcomings of the Representation of the People Act:

Criminalization of Politics, Election Expenditure Regulation, Misuse of Religious and Caste Appeals, Defection and Floor Crossing, Delayed Disqualification Proceedings

Second part: Measures to Enhance Effectiveness:

Strengthen Laws Against Criminal Candidates, Stricter Monitoring of Election Expenditure, Addressing Communal Appeals, Time-bound Disqualification, Electoral Reforms Commission:

Conclusion:

Emphasize the need for comprehensive reforms in the RPA to strengthen India’s democratic process by ensuring fair representation and accountability in elections.