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Explain the scope and purpose of Article 142 of the Constitution. Examine the conditions under which the Supreme Court may invoke it to mould relief.

Topic: Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary Q2. Explain the scope and purpose of Article 142 of the Constitution. Examine the conditions under which the Supreme Court may invoke it to mould relief. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question Article 142 has emerged as a powerful constitutional …

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The Supreme Court’s ability to invoke Article 142 to enforce constitutional accountability is not an encroachment but a necessity. Discuss.

Topic: Indian Constitution- historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Q3. The Supreme Court’s ability to invoke Article 142 to enforce constitutional accountability is not an encroachment but a necessity. Discuss. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question: Recent invocation of Article 142 by the Supreme Court to deem …

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Article 142: The Supreme Power or Judicial Overreach?

Syllabus: Judiciary Source:  DD News  Context: The Supreme Court’s invocation of Article 142 in the Tamil Nadu Bill controversy has reignited debates about judicial overreach and constitutional balance between the judiciary, executive, and legislature.   About Article 142: What is Article 142? Allows the Supreme Court to pass any decree or order “necessary for doing …

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