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Astha JainAIR 9· 2025

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Examine the scope and significance of the Supreme Court's advisory jurisdiction under Article 143 of the Constitution.

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Introduction

Article 143 provides for the advisory jurisdiction, wherein the President can seek advice of SC on certain matters. Article 82 provides for the delimitation of seats for Lok Sabha while A-171 provides for delimitation of constituencies for state assembly.

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Article 143 provides for the advisory jurisdiction, wherein the President can seek advice of SC on certain matters.

SCOPE

1Two cases
a) State constitutional treaties, convention etcSC is binded to give his opinion
b) Presidential inferences on constitutional interpretationcan choose not to give
2Advisory tends is not binding on PSG.
3In recent Tamil Nadu Case → SC asked bye to consult in A143 if state bill is received for constitutional guards

SIGNIFICANCE

1Better explanation of constitutional provisions (@) minorities meaning in A-23.
2Clarity → Ambiguity → SC can clarify what substance lies in words
3Unlocks kind of constitutional matters → what they entitled
4Creative interpretation for expanding scope (@) A-wl in various cases
5Pres. can get expert advice to fulfill higher, meaningfully as of constitution
6Upholding constitution as a living document → needing clarity with changing times.

Advisory powers are unique to Indian judiciary, making it trustworthy.

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Article 82 provides for the delimitation of seats for Lok Sabha while A-171 provides for delimitation of constituencies for state assembly.

What is delimitation —

1Deciding boundaries of electoral constituencies for elections
2Ensures proportional representation by balancing people/state in each seat
3Governed by Delimitation Act, 2008 Importance
1Representative democracy → enables seats boundary sitting for voting
2Ensure 'one man, one vote, care value' by legitimate boundary
3Timely upgrade to reflect changing population dynamics
4Federalism → ensures representation is balanced

CHALLENGES

1Allegations of Southern States → finish population control as seats reduce for line population (→ Of will get 50 seats, Kerala none if delimitation happen)
2Imbalances → UPM represent > 16 lakh, Manipur → <60K |
3Data inadequacies about pop.
4Politicization (@) Jerry mandering
5Paced after 1971 & 2001 → to counter centuries pop. control

Delimitation must balance diversity and states' representations in a holistic way.

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Conclusion

Advisory powers are unique to Indian judiciary, making it trustworthy. Delimitation must balance diversity and states' representations in a holistic way.

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  • Clear delineation of scope
  • Explanation of binding and non-binding nature
  • Reference to recent case law
  • Comprehensive coverage of significance
  • Connection to constitutional evolution
  • Emphasis on unique nature of Indian system
  • Clear definition of delimitation
  • Reference to relevant constitutional articles
  • Explanation of representative democracy link
  • Specific examples of state representation challenges
  • Reference to historical benchmarks (1971, 2001)
  • Mention of federalism implications

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Topper

Astha Jain

AIR 92025

Subject & Paper

GS2GS2

Topic

Executive, Judiciary, Ministries and Pressure Groups

Judiciary

Advisory Jurisdiction under Article 143

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390

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