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Which one of the following is related with the doctrine of 'Separation of Powers' ?
Explanation
The doctrine of Separation of Powers, famously propounded by the French philosopher Montesquieu, is a fundamental principle of modern democracy. It aims to prevent the concentration of power and protect individual liberty by dividing the state into three distinct branches:
- Legislature: The body responsible for making and enacting laws.
- Executive: The body responsible for implementing and enforcing laws.
- Judiciary: The body responsible for interpreting laws and resolving disputes.
In India, while the separation is not as rigid as in the United States (since the Executive is part of the Legislature in a parliamentary system), the Constitution maintains a functional balance. Article 50 (Directive Principles) specifically directs the State to separate the judiciary from the executive. Furthermore, the Supreme Court has recognized the separation of powers as an essential element of the Basic Structure of the Constitution.
SIMILAR QUESTIONS
The theory of Separation of Powers is a division of powers between:
In India, separation of judiciary from the executive is enjoined by
Which one of the following is not a part of the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Constitution of India?
Which of the following are the powers of the Supreme Court of India? 1. Original jurisdiction in a dispute between the Government of India and one or more States 2. The power to hear appeals from the High Courts 3. Passing decrees and orders for doing justice in any matter before it 4. Render advice to the President of India in matters of law Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Which of the following are included in the original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court?
- A dispute between the Government of India and one or more States
- A dispute regarding elections to either House of the Parliament or that of Legislature of a State
- A dispute between the Government of India and a Union Territory
- A dispute between two or more States
Select the correct answer using the codes given below: