Rights and Liabilities of the Government

The Government of India, both at the Union and State levels, possesses certain rights and liabilities as part of its constitutional and legal framework. This includes ownership and management of property, as well as the ability to sue or be sued. The concept of “government property” encompasses assets owned by the state, while “liabilities” refer to the responsibilities of the government in legal matters.

In simple language, the government can own property, and it can also be taken to court for its actions, but it enjoys certain immunities to ensure that it can perform its functions without constant legal harassment. There are established norms regarding suits against the government and public officials to balance accountability with administrative efficiency. For instance, if a citizen has a grievance against a government body, there are legal processes to address it, while at the same time protecting officials from frivolous litigation.

This balance is essential for ensuring that the government remains both accountable to the public and effective in its administration.