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What is the primary purpose of constitutionalism in a system of governance?
What is the primary purpose of constitutionalism in a system of governance?
How does non-constitutionalism differ from constitutionalism?
How does non-constitutionalism differ from constitutionalism?
What is a key aspect of constitutionalism that helps prevent the abuse of governmental power?
What is a key aspect of constitutionalism that helps prevent the abuse of governmental power?
How does constitutionalism seek to protect citizen's rights and freedoms?
How does constitutionalism seek to protect citizen's rights and freedoms?
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What is the main goal of constitutionalism in a system of governance?
What is the main goal of constitutionalism in a system of governance?
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How does non-constitutionalism differ from constitutionalism in terms of governance?
How does non-constitutionalism differ from constitutionalism in terms of governance?
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In what way does constitutionalism prevent the abuse of governmental power?
In what way does constitutionalism prevent the abuse of governmental power?
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What is the key principle that constitutionalism seeks to reconcile in a system of governance?
What is the key principle that constitutionalism seeks to reconcile in a system of governance?
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What does Article 14 of the Constitution of India guarantee?
What does Article 14 of the Constitution of India guarantee?
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What is the difference between 'equality before the law' and 'equal protection of the laws'?
What is the difference between 'equality before the law' and 'equal protection of the laws'?
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What is the origin of the expression 'equality before the law'?
What is the origin of the expression 'equality before the law'?
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What principle does the Preamble to the Constitution of India provide for?
What principle does the Preamble to the Constitution of India provide for?
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In what circumstances will individuals be treated differently according to Article 14 of the Constitution of India?
In what circumstances will individuals be treated differently according to Article 14 of the Constitution of India?
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What does Article 14 of the Indian Constitution prohibit?
What does Article 14 of the Indian Constitution prohibit?
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What is the condition for a classification to be considered reasonable under Article 14?
What is the condition for a classification to be considered reasonable under Article 14?
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What does the doctrine of equality before the law imply for the legislature?
What does the doctrine of equality before the law imply for the legislature?
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What is the purpose of equal protection of the laws mentioned in the text?
What is the purpose of equal protection of the laws mentioned in the text?
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What does Article 361 provide as an exception to the rule of law?
What does Article 361 provide as an exception to the rule of law?
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What does the classification need to have for it to be considered reasonable?
What does the classification need to have for it to be considered reasonable?
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How does Article 14 contribute to preventing arbitrary actions?
How does Article 14 contribute to preventing arbitrary actions?
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What is the doctrine of equality before the law equally operative against?
What is the doctrine of equality before the law equally operative against?
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What is the main implication of Article 14 applying to any person?
What is the main implication of Article 14 applying to any person?
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What does equal protection under Article 14 require from the State?
What does equal protection under Article 14 require from the State?
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