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DISHA DHANKHARAIR 235· 2025

Question Q.2GS2GS2

The evolution of property rights in India reflects an intricate relationship that exists between individual rights and public welfare. Discuss this statement with the help of relevant constitutional provisions and case laws.

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Key Judicial Amendments:

Desai case (1947) - denied power key to amend fundamental rights

Kesavananda Bharat - Basic Structure doctrine allowed limited amendment

Dilubhai v. State of Gujarat - right to property not part of basic structure.

Property Owners Association v. State of Maharashtra (2024) - Supreme court held that Article 300A must be new arbitrary & proportionate strict down unauthorized) acquisition by district civic authorities

It see-emphasized legal right to property against arbitrary state action.

Despite legal reforms (including Forest Rights Act and LARR Act) [Challenges] remain -

•) Inadequate rehabilitation

•) forced displacement (including evictions as collective frustration for tribal family when action said to be against one individual).

The evolution depicts India's commitment to balance public welfare article during individual property rights.

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DISHA DHANKHAR

AIR 2352025

Subject & Paper

GS2GS2

Topic

Indian Constitution - Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure

Fundamental Rights

Property rights evolution and judicial amendments

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126

Total words

10

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1

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analytical

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