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SUNAWAR DEEP SINGHAIR 76· 2025

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Extraordinary powers must be exercised with extraordinary care. Discuss in the context of Article 142 of the Indian Constitution.

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The debate on extraordinary powers of judiciary vide Article 142 (complete justice) have sailed by the judgment of State of Tamil Nadu v/s Governors of Madras Case. Article 142 - Justice, Article 142 - Complete justice Extraordinary powers under Art 142 being used: (1) Over turning ex-cusine action by the judiciary. (Eg - Gubernatorial jurisdiction of Airdel Zoo) (2) Passing orders akin to complete laws. (Eg - recent judgment of Peggy Ownal Intervention (Malay case)) (3) Violating separation of power under Article 50. (Eg - Laws making is legislative process) (4) Filling of legislative vacuum in case of women safety (Eg - Vitadhoe guideline)

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SUNAWAR DEEP SINGH

AIR 762025

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GS2GS2

Topic

Judiciary

Powers and Jurisdiction

Article 142 and Extraordinary Powers

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