The question (15 marks)
Discuss Dicey doctrine of the rule of law and examine its relevance to Indian administrative law. (15 marks)
MU Module I, heads 1.2 and 1.3; pack ch. 01, 05 and 06; case briefs 01 to 03.
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 1 · Nature, the Rule of Law and the Separation of Powers of Administrative Law.
Authorities you will need
- H. M. Seervai, The Supreme Court of India and the Shadow of Dicey
- Lord Atkin, as adopted and followed in India
- State of M.P. v Thakur Bharat Singh
- Director of Rationing v Corporation of Calcutta, and Superintendent of Legal Affairs, W.B. v Corporation of Calcutta
- A. K. Kraipak v Union of India
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