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What does 'minority representation' refer to in the context of legislative bodies?
What does 'minority representation' refer to in the context of legislative bodies?
The provision of special devices (like reservation) to ensure sufficient representation of minorities in elective bodies.
What is the jurisdiction of high courts?
What is the jurisdiction of high courts?
High courts can issue orders, directions, and writs for enforcing fundamental rights and also have original jurisdiction in certain cases.
What are some limitations on the 'Right to freedom of speech and expression'?
What are some limitations on the 'Right to freedom of speech and expression'?
Some limitations include restrictions for public order, decency, morality, and security of the State.
Under what circumstances can a citizen disobey the state?
Under what circumstances can a citizen disobey the state?
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Why is minority representation important in the legislative body?
Why is minority representation important in the legislative body?
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What role do high courts play in ensuring justice?
What role do high courts play in ensuring justice?
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Define protective discrimination.
Define protective discrimination.
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How does protective discrimination help in removing imbalances from society?
How does protective discrimination help in removing imbalances from society?
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Why is natural equality considered an ideal and not an immediate reality?
Why is natural equality considered an ideal and not an immediate reality?
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What is the significance of minority representation?
What is the significance of minority representation?
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How has the process of redrawing state boundaries evolved since the 1960s?
How has the process of redrawing state boundaries evolved since the 1960s?
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Explain the concept of decentralization of power.
Explain the concept of decentralization of power.
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What circumstances does Laski believe can justify an individual disobeying the state?
What circumstances does Laski believe can justify an individual disobeying the state?
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According to Laski, what is the fundamental right of the people in certain circumstances?
According to Laski, what is the fundamental right of the people in certain circumstances?
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What is the role of the parliament in ensuring the accountability of the council of ministers?
What is the role of the parliament in ensuring the accountability of the council of ministers?
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How does the parliament ensure that the executive remains responsible to the people?
How does the parliament ensure that the executive remains responsible to the people?
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What is a vital function of the parliament besides law-making?
What is a vital function of the parliament besides law-making?
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What obligation may arise for citizens in the face of an unlawful authority of the state?
What obligation may arise for citizens in the face of an unlawful authority of the state?
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