Constitutional Law Society, NLU-Jodhpur

The Constitutional Law Society conducted an informal discussion on *Elections and Judicial Interventions: Party Symbols, Election Funding and Powers of the Presiding Officer* on 14th February, 2024.

The participants discussed the nuances of the electoral bonds scheme, the recent developments in Chandigarh, the party symbol conflicts and the broader issue of media coverage and portrayal and its effect on the politics of the day.

We look forward to organizing and facilitating more such inquisitive discussions!

The Constitution Bench of the SC of India comprising CJI DY Chandrachud, Justices Sanjay Kishan Kaul, Sanjiv Khanna, BR Gavai, and Surya Kant by its judgement dated 11.12.2023 upheld the Union Government's abrogation of Art. 370 which repealed the special status of J&K in 2019.

In furtherance of our aim to initiate and encourage discourse on issues of constitutional law & policy, the Constitutional Law Society commemorated the occasion of the 74th Constitution Day (November 26, 2023) by organising an informal discussion titled "Standing the Test of Time: The Indian Constitution at 74."

The discussion was attended by our faculty advisor, Asst. Prof. Sayantani Bagchi, our founding Convenor Swapnil Tripathi, other alumni including Yashwanth J. Selvam and Prakhar Raghuvanshi. It provided a valuable opportunity to explore the resilient nature of the Indian Constitution and how it has withstood turbulent and peaceful times alike. The event was a huge success with a range of issues including opposition rights, voting rights and reservations in India being critically analysed from a constitutional perspective.

The Constitutional Law Society wishes all citizens of the country a very Happy 74th Constitutional Day!

We are thrilled to announce the panelists of the National Seminar on Constitutionalism in Contemporary Times hosted by the Constitutional Law Society [“CLS”] and the Comparative Constitutional Law & Administrative Law Journal [“CALJ”] of the National Law University, Jodhpur, from September 23-24, 2023. This event promises to be the pinnacle of legal discourse, gathering renowned experts in the field of constitutional law.

The seminar offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity for attendees to expand their knowledge of the current challenges to and trends in constitutionalism, and engage in meaningful and edifying discussions with the speakers.

The Constitutional Law Society, National Law University, Jodhpur brings to you, our new podcast titled "Petitioner Stories", in which petitioners of some of the landmark cases that have impacted our country's fundamental rights regime share their inspiring stories. In this podcast series, we will aim to bring the inspiring stories of these petitioners to our listeners in an informative and engaging manner

In our very first episode, Ms Anuradha Bhasin talks to us about the landmark case of Anuradha Bhasin v. Union of India, its background and its relevance in the current circumstances. In this landmark judgement , the Supreme Court ruled that the indefinite suspension of internet services by the government was a violation of people's fundamental rights. Brace yourselves as you hear this inspiring from the petitioner herself.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4cMULmKRhK61lQxGVv6dSV?si=cRw1MCFDTaaO_YTfxLz16Q&utm_source=whatsapp

Samvidhan Sabke Liye

"For the success of democracy one must train himself in the art of self-discipline. In democracies one should care less for himself and more for others. There cannot be any divided loyalty. All loyalties must exclusively be centred round the State. If in a democracy, you create rival loyalties, or you create a system in which any individual or group, instead of suppressing his extravagance, cares nought for larger or other interests, then democracy is doomed."

- Govind Ballabh Pant

Q3. Which Government of India Act has the most influence on the current constitution of India?

a. Government of India Act, 1935
b. Pits India Act, 1784
c. Government of India Act, 1919
d. Indian Constitution Act, 1909

Samvidhan Sabke Liye

Q2. The Indian Parliament may rename a State or redefine it's boundaries by:

a. Simple majority
b. Absolute majority
c. 2/3rd majority of members voting
d. 2/3rd majority of members voting and absolute majority of its total membership

Samvidhan Sabke Liye

Q1. From one High court to another High court, who has the authority to transfer judges?

a. President
b. Prime Minister
c. Law Minister of India
d. Chief Justice of India