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Certificate Course on
Indian Constitutional Law

The Constitution is not a mere lawyers document, it is a vehicle of life and its spirit is always the spirit of age

 ~ Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

About Into Legal World Institute

Into Legal World is a company registered under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs as Parivritt Enterprises Pvt Ltd., a member of the International Trade Council, certified by ISO, and funded by UPIT (the Government of Uttar Pradesh) under the Startup India program. The company has several wings, such as the Into Legal World Foundation, Into Legal World Institute, and the Publication Wing. The company's endeavor is to provide courses at a reasonable rate so that they are affordable to all.

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Course Overview​

The Constitution is the guardian of democracy and the rule of law. It is the voice of the people, the protector of rights, the organizer of governance, and the embodiment of a nation’s highest ideals. Without it, chaos and authoritarianism would prevail. With it, order, justice, and liberty can flourish. Therefore, understanding its provisions is essential for comprehending the legal and political fabric of India.

Into Legal World presents this Certificate Course on Indian Constitutional Law offers an in-depth and analytical exploration of the origins, philosophy, structure, and functioning of the Constitution. The course is designed for law students, civil service aspirants, and anyone passionate about public policy or governance with a clear understanding of the constitutional scheme and its practical implications in day-to-day life and legal practice.

Course Objectives

  • Understand the philosophy, text, and spirit of the Indian Constitution.

  • To examine the structure, powers, and functions of the Executive, Legislature, and Judiciary.​

  • To understand the scope and significance of Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles of State Policy, and Fundamental Duties.​

  • To evaluate the significance of major constitutional amendments and their impact on the constitutional framework.

  • To critically analyze current issues and debates in constitutional law.

Points to Remember

·       To be launched from 10th May

·       Fee:  For Students- Rs. 1300, For Working Professionals- Rs. 1500

·       Time frame: 6 Weeks

·       Access to our high-quality SMART Notes essentially designed for the course.

·       Live classes: 4 days a week at 7 PM.

·       Freelance project assistance.

·       Recorded Lectures: Available on ILW Institute App.

·       Certificate of internship with ILW is also available with this course.

COURSE STRUCTURE

Module 1: Introduction to Constitutional Law

  • Definition, nature, and scope of constitutional law​

  • Salient Features of the Indian Constitution

  • Concepts of constitutionalism and the rule of law​: Concept of Basic Structure;

  • Preamble- its significance, amendment and interpretation

  • Doctrine of separation of powers: theoretical framework​

  • Nature of Indian federalism: cooperative vs. competitive federalism​

Module 2: The Union and Its Territory & Citizenship

  • Admission, Establishment and Formation of New States

  • Alteration of areas, boundaries, and names of States (Articles 1-4)

  • Citizenship (Articles 5-11)

Module 3: Fundamental Rights

  • Definition of State under Article 12: other authorities and its interpretation.,

  • Basic Structure doctrine - Arts. 13 and 368

  • Right to Equality (Articles 14-18)

  • Right to Freedom (Articles 19-22)

  • Right Against Exploitation (Articles 23-24)

  • Right to Freedom of Religion (Articles 25-28)

  • Educational and Cultural Rights (Articles 29-30)

  • Right to Constitutional Remedies under Articles 32 and 226​: Types of writs: Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari, Quo Warranto​

Module 4: Directive Principles of State Policy and Fundamental Duties

  • Directive Principles - directions for social change - a new social order

  • Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles – interrelationship

  • Constitutional amendments to strengthen Directive Principles -Reading Directive Principles into Fundamental Rights

  • Fundamental Duties - The need, enforcement and status of Fundamental Duties​

Module 5: The Executive Branch

  • The President and Vice President – Qualifications, Election, Term of Office, Impeachment

  • Powers of the President: Powers and Position of the President

  • Nature, Scope and Extent of Executive Power of the Union and States 

  • Role of Prime Minister and Council of Ministers

  • Scope and Extent of Judicial Review of Executive Actions

  • Essential Conditions for promulgation of an Ordinance: ‘Ordinance’ under Article 13; Validity of Successive Promulgation of the same Ordinance (Articles 123, 213)

  • Pardoning Powers of President and Governor

Module 6: The Legislative Branch

  • Composition and functioning of Parliament: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha​

  • Qualification/Disqualification of Members (Article 84, Article 102)

  • Legislative Privilege

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Module 7: The Judicial Branch

  • Union and State Judiciary; Supreme Court of India (Articles 124-147) – Composition, Appointment and Removal of Judges of Supreme court (Articles 124-130)

  • The High Court in the States; Appointment, Removal and Transfer of Judges; 

  • Jurisdiction of Supreme Court – Original Exclusive (Articles 71, 131), Original Concurrent Jurisdiction of Supreme Court and High Courts (Article 32 read with Article 226); 

  • Appellate Jurisdiction of Supreme Court 

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Module 8: Distribution of Legislative Powers 

  • Doctrine of Territorial Nexus (Article 245); 

  • Subject matter of laws made by Parliament and by the Legislatures of States (Articles 246, Schedule VII); 

  • Interpretation of Legislative Lists: a) Plenary and Ancillary Power of Legislation b) Doctrine of Harmonious Construction c) Doctrine of Pith and Substance d) Colourable exercise of Legislative Power 

  • Residuary Power of Legislation (Article 248); 

  • Parliament’s Power to Legislate on State subject matter– Articles 246 (4), 247, 249 – 253, 352, 356; 

  • Doctrine of Repugnancy (Article 254);

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Module 9: Administrative and Financial Relations

  • Distribution of Executive Powers (Art. 256 to 263); 

  • Centre-State Administrative Co-ordination; 

  • Concept of Trade and Commerce: 

  • GST

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Module 10: Emergency Provisions

  • Proclamation of Emergency on the grounds of war, external aggression, and armed rebellion (Articles 352, 358, 359); 

  • Power of Union Executive to issue directions (e.g., Articles 256, 257) and the effect of non-compliance (Article 365); 

  • Duty of the Union to protect the States against external aggression and internal disturbance (Article 355); 

  • Imposition of President’s Rule in States – Grounds, Limitations, Parliamentary Control, Judicial Review (Articles 356-357); 

  • Financial Emergency (Article 360);

WHO SHOULD ATTEND??

·       Law students (including LL.M.) or recent graduates.

·       Judiciary/UPSC-CSE/UGC NET-Law, CLAT UG and PG and other competitive aspirants.

·       Advocates.

·       Paralegals and Legal Assistants

·       Legal Educators and Academicians

·       Anyone interested in pursuing this course.

CERTIFICATION

Participants who successfully complete the course requirements, including assessments and assignments, will be awarded a certificate of completion in “Indian Constitutional Law” issued by ILW Institute. This recognition of your efforts and achievements will not only enhance your professional profile but also demonstrate your commitment to industry best practices.

Authenticity of Certificate: Into Legal World Institute, a unit of Parivritt Enterprises Private Limited, is a world class platform for legal education and holds a membership of International Trade Council. UPIT, Govt of Uttar Pradesh, Startup India, Govt of India and is a part of Skill India Initiatives. Certificate holds authenticity from the organization as mentioned above.

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