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What is the primary intent of the IT rules 2021 as discussed?
What is the primary intent of the IT rules 2021 as discussed?
- To promote government transparency.
- To enhance digital privacy rights.
- To reduce misinformation, hate speech, and fake news. (correct)
- To regulate personal data usage.
Which case established that 'procedure established by law' is akin to 'due process of law'?
Which case established that 'procedure established by law' is akin to 'due process of law'?
- In re: Kesavananda Bharati case.
- Navtej Singh Johar case.
- Maneka Gandhi case. (correct)
- K.S. Puttaswamy case.
What does the Right to Privacy protect against?
What does the Right to Privacy protect against?
- Immoral actions by individuals.
- Social discrimination.
- Personal financial losses.
- Intrusions from the state. (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a dimension of privacy according to the content?
Which of the following is NOT a dimension of privacy according to the content?
How is the right to life and personal liberty protected according to the content?
How is the right to life and personal liberty protected according to the content?
What changes were made to the punishment provisions under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Act, 2023 compared to the previous sedition law?
What changes were made to the punishment provisions under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Act, 2023 compared to the previous sedition law?
What specific concepts does the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Act, 2023 target according to its provisions?
What specific concepts does the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Act, 2023 target according to its provisions?
How has the definition of hate speech been expanded in the new legal framework?
How has the definition of hate speech been expanded in the new legal framework?
What is a criticism regarding law enforcement agencies under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Act, 2023?
What is a criticism regarding law enforcement agencies under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Act, 2023?
What aspect of digital media regulation is addressed by the Information Technology Act, 2000?
What aspect of digital media regulation is addressed by the Information Technology Act, 2000?
What is a key requirement stated in the IT Rules under the Information Technology Act, 2000?
What is a key requirement stated in the IT Rules under the Information Technology Act, 2000?
In what way does the new Act aim to address criticisms of the previous sedition law?
In what way does the new Act aim to address criticisms of the previous sedition law?
Which is NOT a reason identified for the increase in hate speech in India?
Which is NOT a reason identified for the increase in hate speech in India?
What is the primary characteristic of a transformative constitution?
What is the primary characteristic of a transformative constitution?
Which of the following is NOT a transformative feature mentioned in the context of the Constitution?
Which of the following is NOT a transformative feature mentioned in the context of the Constitution?
Which case is related to the 'Right to be recognised as third gender'?
Which case is related to the 'Right to be recognised as third gender'?
What aspect does Constitutional Morality emphasize?
What aspect does Constitutional Morality emphasize?
Which of the following principles is associated with the transformative aspect of Fundamental Rights?
Which of the following principles is associated with the transformative aspect of Fundamental Rights?
Which of the following concepts does NOT contribute to the transformative vision of the Constitution?
Which of the following concepts does NOT contribute to the transformative vision of the Constitution?
What does the concept of checks and balances in the Constitution aim to ensure?
What does the concept of checks and balances in the Constitution aim to ensure?
Which of the following is an outcome of adopting a purposive approach by the judiciary?
Which of the following is an outcome of adopting a purposive approach by the judiciary?
What is one argument against the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC)?
What is one argument against the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC)?
Which of the following is a factor that inhibits the implementation of the UCC?
Which of the following is a factor that inhibits the implementation of the UCC?
What does the Supreme Court ruling in Shah Bano (1985) signify in relation to UCC discussions?
What does the Supreme Court ruling in Shah Bano (1985) signify in relation to UCC discussions?
What is one argument in favor of the UCC?
What is one argument in favor of the UCC?
How can the UCC contribute to societal integration in India?
How can the UCC contribute to societal integration in India?
What might contribute to the practical difficulties in implementing the UCC?
What might contribute to the practical difficulties in implementing the UCC?
What approach does the 21st Law Commission suggest regarding UCC?
What approach does the 21st Law Commission suggest regarding UCC?
What is a common misconception about the Uniform Civil Code?
What is a common misconception about the Uniform Civil Code?
What is a major argument against the Doctrine of Essentiality?
What is a major argument against the Doctrine of Essentiality?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Citizenship Amendment Act, 2019?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Citizenship Amendment Act, 2019?
What is one of the criticisms of the Citizenship Amendment Act?
What is one of the criticisms of the Citizenship Amendment Act?
Which argument in favor of the Doctrine of Essentiality highlights the relationship between individual rights and state intervention?
Which argument in favor of the Doctrine of Essentiality highlights the relationship between individual rights and state intervention?
Which principle is cited as a justification for reasonable classification under the Citizenship Amendment Act?
Which principle is cited as a justification for reasonable classification under the Citizenship Amendment Act?
What is stated as a necessary step for the way forward regarding the Doctrine of Essentiality?
What is stated as a necessary step for the way forward regarding the Doctrine of Essentiality?
What is one of the areas where the Citizenship Amendment Act does not apply?
What is one of the areas where the Citizenship Amendment Act does not apply?
Which of the following best describes a social implication of the Doctrine of Essentiality?
Which of the following best describes a social implication of the Doctrine of Essentiality?
What was the primary purpose of Article 370 in the context of J&K?
What was the primary purpose of Article 370 in the context of J&K?
Which provision of Article 370 allows the president to make the entire provision inoperative?
Which provision of Article 370 allows the president to make the entire provision inoperative?
What critical change was made to the interpretation clause under Article 367 for J&K?
What critical change was made to the interpretation clause under Article 367 for J&K?
What was the nature of Article 370 according to the Supreme Court of India?
What was the nature of Article 370 according to the Supreme Court of India?
Which action was necessary for the abrogation of Article 370?
Which action was necessary for the abrogation of Article 370?
Article 370 was originally drafted to effect which important document?
Article 370 was originally drafted to effect which important document?
What does the phrase 'unilateral power to president' refer to in the context of Article 370?
What does the phrase 'unilateral power to president' refer to in the context of Article 370?
What event initiated the legal foundation for Article 370?
What event initiated the legal foundation for Article 370?
Flashcards
Transformative Constitution
Transformative Constitution
A constitution aiming to fundamentally change society by addressing historical inequalities and social injustices.
Constitutional Morality
Constitutional Morality
Adherence to constitutional values and norms within a democratic system.
Citizenship
Citizenship
Legal status of being a member of a country, granting rights and responsibilities.
Universal Adult Suffrage
Universal Adult Suffrage
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Fundamental Rights
Fundamental Rights
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Judicial Review
Judicial Review
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Article 370
Article 370
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Uniform Civil Code
Uniform Civil Code
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Hate Speech Increase in India
Hate Speech Increase in India
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Sedition vs. Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Act, 2023
Sedition vs. Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Act, 2023
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Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Act, 2023
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Act, 2023
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Criticisms of the new Act
Criticisms of the new Act
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Digital Media Regulation
Digital Media Regulation
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Fundamental Right to Free Speech
Fundamental Right to Free Speech
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Information Technology Act, 2000
Information Technology Act, 2000
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IT Rules under the Act
IT Rules under the Act
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Freedom of Speech & Expression
Freedom of Speech & Expression
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Hate Speech
Hate Speech
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IT Rules 2021
IT Rules 2021
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Right to Life & Personal Liberty
Right to Life & Personal Liberty
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Privacy
Privacy
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Doctrine of essentiality
Doctrine of essentiality
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CAA 2019
CAA 2019
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CAA 2019 criticisms
CAA 2019 criticisms
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CAA 2019 arguments in favor
CAA 2019 arguments in favor
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Doctrine arguments against
Doctrine arguments against
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Doctrine arguments for
Doctrine arguments for
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CAA Rules
CAA Rules
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Way forward (Doctrine)
Way forward (Doctrine)
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Uniform Civil Code (UCC)
Uniform Civil Code (UCC)
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Arguments against UCC
Arguments against UCC
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Arguments for UCC
Arguments for UCC
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Factors hindering UCC implementation
Factors hindering UCC implementation
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Supreme Court cases related to UCC
Supreme Court cases related to UCC
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21st Law Commission's approach
21st Law Commission's approach
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Desirability of a UCC in India
Desirability of a UCC in India
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UCC's impact on national integration
UCC's impact on national integration
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Article 370
Article 370
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Abrogation of Article 370
Abrogation of Article 370
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Uniform Civil Code (UCC)
Uniform Civil Code (UCC)
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Factors inhibiting UCC implementation
Factors inhibiting UCC implementation
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Presidential order (Article 370)
Presidential order (Article 370)
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Asymmetric federalism
Asymmetric federalism
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Integration of J&K
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Historical background of Article 370
Historical background of Article 370
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Study Notes
Main Points of the Text
- The text covers various aspects of Indian Polity, focusing on significant provisions and features.
- It discusses the transformative constitution, constitutional morality, and fundamental rights.
- The document also analyses the role of the judiciary and the implications of various Supreme Court cases.
- It explores the concept of reservations, freedom of speech, and digital media regulation.
- The text also touches upon religious rights, the Citizenship Amendment Act 2019, and the Uniform Civil Code.
- Finally, it delves into the abrogation of Article 370.
Transformative Constitution
- A transformative constitution aims to fundamentally change societal organization by addressing historical inequalities and social injustices.
- Professor Upendra Baxi's definition highlights this concept.
- Key aspects include citizenship, universal adult suffrage, and fundamental rights.
- Judicial review plays a significant role in this transformation.
Constitutional Morality
- Constitutional morality entails upholding constitutional values and norms within a democratic system.
- It is deeply rooted in the Indian Constitution, with emphasis on justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity.
- Constitutional morality is linked to fundamental rights and constitutional remedies.
- It also considers directive principles of state policy.
Fundamental Rights – Right to Equality
- Reservations are a social justice measure to offer opportunities to weaker sections (SEBC, SC, ST).
- This is detailed in Articles like 15(4), 15(5), 15(6), 16(4), 16(4A), 16(4B), and 16(6).
- Supreme Court Judgments, including those in the Champakam Dorairajan, Indra Sawhney, and P.A Inamdar cases, explored the aspects of reservation.
- The Supreme Court addressed reservations in educational institutions and public employment.
Freedom of Speech & Expression
- Freedom of speech and expression is a fundamental right.
- Implied rights include freedom of the press, freedom of information, etc.
- Rights are restricted by reasonable grounds.
- Topics covered include hate speech, incitement to violence, defamation, etc.
Religious Rights
- Every religion has essential practices, while non-essential ones may not be protected.
- The text discusses critical Supreme Court cases concerning religious rights, such as the Sabarimala, Hijab, and various other cases. This also includes discussion on essential practices and the doctrine of essentiality.
Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) 2019
- The Act aims to provide Indian citizenship to religious minorities from specific countries.
- It involves specific eligibility criteria and exemptions.
- It faced criticism for violating equality and secularism principles.
Uniform Civil Code
- The Uniform Civil Code aims at replacing personal laws across different religions with a single set of laws.
- This was also discussed in the light of Article 44 and relevant case laws.
Abrogation of Article 370
- Article 370, a temporary provision, was designed to ease the accession of Jammu and Kashmir.
- The Supreme Court reviewed the implications of the removal process to assimilate this territory into India.
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This quiz covers essential aspects of Indian Polity, including the transformative constitution, fundamental rights, and the judiciary's role in shaping laws. It also discusses significant topics like the Citizenship Amendment Act 2019, Article 370, and the implications of Supreme Court cases. Engage with these critical themes to deepen your understanding of Indian governance.