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Delegated Legislation in India

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Refers to subordinate legislation issued by the executive under powers granted by Parliament. Examples include rules, regulations, and by-laws that detail how primary legislation is implemented. Delegated legislation allows quick adaptation and technical precision, relieving the legislature of micro-level lawmaking. However, concerns arise over lack of parliamentary scrutiny, risk of executive overreach, and complexity. The judiciary can invalidate ultra vires rules that exceed statutory limits. Parliamentary committees on subordinate legislation provide oversight. Understanding delegated legislation clarifies how laws evolve in practice, bridging the gap between broad statutes and day-to-day governance requirements in a vast country.

Practice Questions

राज्यसभा की कार्यप्रणाली किस पर आधारित है?

भारत का संविधान किस वर्ष अपनाया गया था?

न्यायाधीशों की नियुक्ति में किस समिति की सिफारिश ली जाती है?

What is the procedure for impeachment of the President of India?

संसद के अधिवेशन के अंतराल का निर्धारण किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

Which of the following is the longest serving Chief Minister in India?

Which of the following is the highest judicial authority in India?

संसद में विधेयक पर पुनर्विचार का अधिकार किसे है?

राष्ट्रपति की अनुपस्थिति में संसद में किस सत्र को आयोजित किया जाता है?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the impeachment of the President?