The question (15 marks)
Does the growth of administrative tribunals threaten the independence of the judiciary? Discuss with reference to Articles 323A and 323B. (15 marks)
MU Module III, heads 3.1 and 3.3; pack ch. 14; case briefs 18 and 19.
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 3 · Tribunals, Discretion and the Liability of Government of Administrative Law.
Authorities you will need
- L. Chandra Kumar v Union of India
- Union of India v R. Gandhi, President, Madras Bar Association
- Rojer Mathew v South Indian Bank Ltd.
- S. P. Sampath Kumar
- H. M. Seervai, The Supreme Court of India and the Shadow of Dicey
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