Highlight the key points of convergence and divergence between the judicial systems of India and [USA]. (10 marks, 150 words)
Introduction
While the Indian judicial system borrowed from various sources in 1947, US judicial system is based on political thinkers like Benjamin Franklin in post American war USA.
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Points of convergence:
Points of divergence:
[Table comparing India and USA on judges' retirement, civil/criminal appellate jurisdiction, jurisdiction over military tribunals, right to life, and type of judicial system]
Conclusion
Both are suited for their unique political system they exist in.
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Diagram
A comparative table between India and USA covering: Judges retirement (India: 65 years, USA: appointed for life); Civil/criminal appellate juri (India: Yes, USA: No); Jurisdiction over military tribunals (India: Yes, USA: No); Right to life (India: procedure established by law, USA: due process of law); Type of system (India: unified judicial system, USA: federal judicial system).
Bipul Gupta
Comparison of Indian Constitutional Scheme with Other Countries
Comparison of Judicial Systems
India-USA Judicial System Comparison
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