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Constitution & PolityEXAMINEYear 202515 Marks
Concept / Statute•Directive•Institution / Stakeholder

Discuss the evolution of collegium system in India. Critically examine the advantages and disadvantages of the system of appointment of the Judges of the Supreme Court of India and that of the USA.

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Historical underpinnings, basic structure, fundamental rights, directive principles, federalism, inter-state relations, constitutional amendments.

Syllabus Tags:Collegium System EvolutionThree Judges CasesJudicial Appointments in USA vs IndiaNJAC Judgment & Memorandum of ProcedureJudicial Transparency

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Discovered through overlapping concepts: Collegium System Evolution, Three Judges Cases, Judicial Appointments in USA vs India

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