Constitutional Law Questions
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Questions in Constitutional Law are answered with reference to the Constitution of India, with writ jurisdiction under Articles 32 and 226 and fundamental rights under Part III. Each answer states the section that applies, the forum that hears the matter and the limitation period, so the position can be checked against the official text at India Code before you act on it.
The forum depends on the facts rather than the label: a dispute described as a family matter may be heard by a family court, a magistrate or a civil judge depending on whether the relief sought is maintenance, custody, injunction or declaration. Where the law has been renumbered by the 2023 criminal law reforms, answers note both the old and the new section numbers.
What are the rights of archakas and pujaris in temples in Haridwar?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Constitutional Law
What are fundamental rights in India?
Fundamental rights are guaranteed under Articles 12-35 of the Constitution of India. They include: Right to Equality (Art 14-18), Right to Freedom (Art 19-22), Right against Exploitation (Art 23-24), Right to Freedom of Religion (Art 25-28), Cultural and Educational Rights (Art 29-30), and Right to Constitutional Remedies (Art 32).
What is a writ petition in India?
A writ petition is filed under Article 32 (Supreme Court) or Article 226 (High Court) for enforcement of fundamental rights. Types include: Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari, and Quo Warranto.
What is the Right to Information (RTI)?
The Right to Information Act 2005 allows citizens to request information from public authorities. File an RTI application with a fee of ₹10 to the Public Information Officer. The response must be given within 30 days (48 hours if life or liberty is involved).
How to file a PIL in India?
A Public Interest Litigation can be filed in the Supreme Court (Art 32) or High Courts (Art 226) for public causes. Draft a petition with facts, reliefs sought, and file through an advocate. The court may issue notices to respondents.
What is judicial review in India?
Judicial review is the power of the Supreme Court and High Courts to examine the constitutionality of laws and executive actions. If a law violates fundamental rights or the basic structure of the Constitution, it can be struck down as unconstitutional.