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Judicial Control over Administration

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Courts supervise administrative agencies, ensuring they act within legal bounds. Mechanisms include writs (habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, certiorari, quo warranto) and judicial review of executive orders. Citizens can challenge arbitrary or ultra vires administrative actions. Administrative tribunals function under judicial scrutiny, and higher courts can overturn their rulings if they violate fundamental rights or procedural fairness. This control fosters the rule of law, protects public interest, and prevents administrative tyranny. However, judicial delays and backlog may impede timely resolution, highlighting the need for robust legal aid and alternative dispute resolution to maintain effective checks on bureaucracy.

Practice Questions

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the creation of the All India Services?

What is the term of office for the President of India?

विधेयक प्रस्तुत करने का अधिकार संसद के किस सदन के सदस्यों को है?

प्रधानमंत्री का कार्यकाल कितने वर्षों का होता है?

Who was the first woman Chief Minister in India?

राज्य सरकारों के अधिकार किस अनुच्छेद में वर्णित हैं?

राजनीतिक दलों की स्वतंत्रता किस अनुच्छेद में सुनिश्चित की गई है?

Which of the following is NOT a Fundamental Right under the Indian Constitution?

भारतीय संविधान में मौलिक कर्तव्यों का प्रावधान किस अनुच्छेद में है?

What is the term of office for a Governor of a state in India?