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QUESTION 1
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10 marks

Do you think that the Constitution of India does not accept the principle of strict separation of powers; rather, it is based on the principle of ‘checks and balances’? Explain.

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What the examiner wants

Explain: answer the exact PYQ as framed — “Do you think that the Constitution of India does not accept the principle of strict separation of powers; rather, it is based on the principle of ‘checks and balances’? Explain.” Treat each scoring limb separately instead of writing a general note on Checks and Balances.

ExplainMake clear how and why it happens: causes, process, and an example for each point.

Demand-wise check

  1. 1Do you think that the Constitution of India does not accept the principle of strict separation of powers≈55 words
  2. 2rather, it is based on the principle of ‘checks and balances’?≈55 words

Open in about 20 words and close in about 20.

Answer plan

Constitutional/institutional contextAnswer each explicit limb in sequenceUse relevant provisions/judgments/policy evidenceLimitations/counterviewReforms or reasoned conclusion

Where marks usually go

  • Writing generally about Checks and Balances without directly resolving: “Do you think that the Constitution of India does not accept the principle of strict separation of powers”
  • Under-developing the second scoring limb: “rather, it is based on the principle of ‘checks and balances’?”

Value addition

  • 3–4 node flowchart or dimension wheel keyed to the question’s main components
    → Draw it in the body, next to the point it supports.

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