Question Q.4GS2GS2
Highlight the key points of convergence and divergence between the judicial systems of India and USA.
Main Body
The Judicial system of India is broadly 80 years old whereas USA is 250+ years old. However, there are significant Convergence between them.
Points of convergence
1Independence of Judiciary – Fixed tenure, difficult removal, appointment settling (Art 124).
2Judicial Review→ lowest of due process of law offered from Amendments.
3Amicus jurisdiction → to President to clean constituted (Art 143) in India courts.
Points of divergence
Point | USA | India
1Appointment process | Executive | Tribunal→ Collegium
2Dual Judiciary (d) Single | Federal + State judicial system | Integrated Judiciary
3Transparency | Mandated financial disclosure by Supreme court | No such mandate
4Stake powers | Limited chair and labours, greater separation of powers | Varied Tribunal overuse, Art 142, PLs etc.
Indian judiciary is a unique synthesis of borrowed elements and unique evolution like PLssuited to India cultural and political context.
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Conclusion
Indian judiciary is a unique synthesis of borrowed elements and unique evolution like PLs → suited to India cultural and political context.
22 words
Examiner score
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Topper
D.S.K. PRACHET
AIR 1932025
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Comparison of Indian Constitutional Scheme with Other Countries
Comparison - Judicial Systems
Writing Stats
172
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