Natural Justice in Administrative Law

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What is the principle that allows post-decisional hearing in certain circumstances?

Principle of Imminent Danger

Principle of Natural Justice (correct)

Doctrine of Imminence

Doctrine of Necessity

What was the outcome of the request for post-amalgamation hearing in Shepherd v. Union of India?

The Supreme Court dismissed the case.

The Supreme Court denied post-decisional hearing. (correct)

The Supreme Court granted post-decisional hearing.

The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the private banks.

What is one of the factors considered in determining whether pre-decisional or post-decisional hearing is mandated?

Public interest involved (correct)

Government's administrative implications

Financial burden on the government

All of the above

What is the ultimate goal of providing a hearing, whether pre-decisional or post-decisional?

To uphold the principles of natural justice Signup and view all the answers

In what situation might post-decisional hearing be justified?

When the action to be taken can brook no delay Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the three-part balancing test in determining the type of hearing?

It determines whether pre-decisional or post-decisional hearing is mandated Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of an action being found contrary to law?

Adequate compensation is provided Signup and view all the answers

What is the key principle underlying the concept of post-decisional hearing?

Principle of Modification of Natural Justice Signup and view all the answers

What is the principle of 'Audi Alteram Partem' commonly known as?

No man can be punished unheard Signup and view all the answers

In which year was the L Ridge Vs Baldwin case decided?

1964 Signup and view all the answers

What was the mistake made by the Watch Committee in the L Ridge Vs Baldwin case?

They did not give the Constable a chance to be heard Signup and view all the answers

What is the right of oral hearing recognized as part of the principles of Natural Justice in?

None of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum standard required to comply with the principles of Natural Justice?

Reasonable opportunity of being heard Signup and view all the answers

What was the decision of the Court of Appeal in the L Ridge Vs Baldwin case?

The Watch Committee was not bound to observe the principles of Natural Justice Signup and view all the answers

What was the eventual decision of the House of Lords in the L Ridge Vs Baldwin case?

The Watch Committee's decision was null and void Signup and view all the answers

What are the principles of Natural Justice laid down in the L Ridge Vs Baldwin case?

Right to be heard, right to a notice of misconduct, and right of oral hearing in answer to charges Signup and view all the answers

What does the principle 'Audi Alteram Partem' assert?

No party should be condemned without being heard. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT included in the right to a fair hearing?

Right to have the final decision made in one’s favor Signup and view all the answers

Which stage is considered the initial step in the hearing process?

Notice Signup and view all the answers

What must a 'show cause notice' contain?

Sufficient information about the nature of charge and penalty proposed Signup and view all the answers

What happens if an order is passed without giving notice?

The order is considered invalid Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'reasoned decisions or speaking orders'?

Decisions accompanied by a clear explanation Signup and view all the answers

Which concept is NOT included in the right to a hearing?

Right to a biased decision Signup and view all the answers

Which principle is a sine qua non of every civilized society?

Right to a hearing Signup and view all the answers