Introduction – Why This Commission is Important Recently, the National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) recommended the removal of several Muslim and other communities from the Backward Classes List in West Bengal. This has Continued the recent debate about the purpose of constitutional commissions. Social justice is a fundamental commitment to the people of India, […]
Introduction: The Heart of India’s Constitution The Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs), found in Part IV (Articles 36–51) of the Indian Constitution, are just that, a direction of governance. They are to promote a welfare state and provide social, economic and political justice for all. The DPSPs were inspired by: The Irish Constitution and
Gandhian and Socialist Principles of DPSPs: The Blueprint of India’s Welfare State Read More »
Introduction “Equality before the law is a constitutional guarantee, but do we understand equality as treating everyone equally or is it really about elevating those who are disadvantaged?“ This is the fundamental question underlying Article 15 of the Constitution of India. It is the third provision which provides for an absolute prohibition of discrimination on
Reservations in India : History, Judgements, and Article 15 Read More »