Constitutional Law

When Courts Strike Down Laws βš–οΈ


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βš–οΈ The Ultimate Legal Showdown

🌟 What happens when the most powerful court in the country says "NO" to a law made by Parliament itself? This episode takes you inside the fascinating world of judicial review - where courts act as constitutional guardians!

πŸ’‘ What You'll Discover:

  • πŸ” The two crucial tests every law must pass (hint: it's like a double security check!)
  • βš–οΈ Why having the power to make a law isn't enough - you need the RIGHT to make it
  • 🎯 How "manifest arbitrariness" became the new weapon against unfair laws
  • πŸ›οΈ The delicate balance between legislative power and individual rights

πŸš€ Real Cases Discussed:

  • πŸ’Ž Shayara Bano vs. Union of India - The triple talaq case that shook personal laws
  • ⭐ Javed vs. State of Haryana - When having too many children disqualifies you from elections
  • πŸ”₯ How Article 14's equality principle evolved into a powerful tool against arbitrary laws

πŸŽͺ The Constitutional Drama Unfolds:

  • πŸ“‹ Legislative competence: Who has the power to make what laws?
  • πŸ›‘οΈ Fundamental rights: The non-negotiable boundaries no law can cross
  • ⚑ The "manifest arbitrariness" test: When laws become too unreasonable to survive
  • 🎭 How personal laws got caught in the constitutional crossfire

πŸŽ™οΈ Whether you're a law student, practicing lawyer, or just a curious citizen, this episode reveals how our Constitution stays alive and relevant in protecting our rights against legislative overreach!

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Constitutional LawBy Sharad Bansal