Justice Nagarathna Advocates for Coordination Over Subordination in Centre-State Relations
Justice BV Nagarathna of the Supreme Court emphasized the need for the Indian Union and state governments to act as co-equals rather than hierarchical entities in a recent lecture in Patna. She stressed the importance of dialogue over litigation in maintaining cooperative federalism, urging impartiality in governance despite political differences.
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In a compelling address at Chanakya Law University, Supreme Court Judge Justice BV Nagarathna emphasized the necessity for the Indian Union and state governments to function as coordinates rather than hierarchical entities. Her remarks underscore the constitutional arrangement of co-equals, advocating for coordination over subordination in Centre-state relations.
Justice Nagarathna called for the separation of powers as a means to ensure governance isn't monopolized by a single entity. She highlighted that governance demands negotiation and coordination, urging political ideologies to be set aside for cooperative governance and citizens' welfare. Federalism, she noted, is not just about autonomy but about balanced governance.
Addressing the theme 'Constitutionalism beyond rights: why structure matters', she pointed out the significance of not allowing partisan politics to influence the relationship between differing governmental entities. Civil institutions like the Election and Finance Commissions were also spotlighted for their role in maintaining trust and balance without succumbing to political pressures.
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