Courts and Their Judgments: Premises, Prerequisites, Consequences
In this trailblazing treatise, Arun Shourie immerses readers in the intricate landscape of judicial decision-making, prompting profound inquiries into the dynamics and operations of India’s legal framework. Initially unveiled in 2001, the text retains its striking relevance in contemporary discourse as it scrutinizes the delicate boundary between the interpretation and the reconstitution of statutes, while highlighting the paradoxes present within judicial methodologies and the growing expanse of judicial oversight prompted by institutional shortcomings. Shourie’s scrupulous dissection of pivotal cases and verdicts presents a thought-provoking critique on the phenomenon of judicial activism, investigating both its critical necessity and potential drawbacks. This indispensable volume stands as a cornerstone for those eager to unravel the complexities of India’s judiciary and the transformative influence of courts in directing the governance of the nation.
- Author: Arun Shourie
- Publisher: HarperCollins; 1st edition (5 May 2018)
- Genre: Journalism & Media Studies
- ISBN: 978-9352776078
- Pages: 464 pages