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The case of S.R. Bommai v. Union of India (1994) laid down the principle of federal structure and the roles of the Governor and President. How did the ruling impact the President’s discretionary powers under Article 356, and what implications did it have for the balance of power between the Union and State governments?
Category: Polity (GS -II),
Test Date: 18 Sep 2024
Approach:
- Introduction: Briefly introduce the S.R. Bommai v. Union of India (1994) case. State its importance in defining the federal structure of India and the powers of the President and Governor under Article 356.
- Impact on President’s Discretionary Powers:
- The ruling made the invocation of Article 356 justiciable (i.e., subject to judicial review).
- The case ensured that actions to dissolve a State government are not arbitrary but are subject to judicial scrutiny.
- It strengthened the need for concrete evidence and proper justification before imposing President's Rule.
- Implications for Federal Balance:
- It prevented misuse of Article 356.
- It ensured that the central government cannot undermine state autonomy without valid reasons.
- It strengthened the role of State governments and the principle of federalism
- Implications for the balance of power (b/w Union and State), emphasizing the protection of State autonomy and the role of judicial oversight in maintaining this balance.
- Conclude accordingly
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