Administrative Law 7th Edition by Satyaranjan Purushottam Sathe ISBN 8180380513 9788180380518

Part I: Conceptual Framework of Administrative Law

• Chapter 1: Introduction to Administrative Law
  • Meaning and Definition of Administrative Law
  • Nature, Scope, and Development of Administrative Law
  • Relationship with Constitutional Law
  • Distinction between Administrative Law and Constitutional Law
  • Reasons for the Growth of Administrative Law in India
• Chapter 2: Rule of Law
  • Dicey’s Concept of Rule of Law
  • Modern Interpretation of Rule of Law
  • Rule of Law in the Indian Context
  • Impact of Administrative Law on Rule of Law
• Chapter 3: Separation of Powers
  • Doctrine of Separation of Powers
  • Its Application in India
  • Overlap and Interdependence of Powers
  • Checks and Balances
• Chapter 4: Classification of Administrative Action
  • Legislative (Rule-Making) Function
  • Adjudicatory (Quasi-Judicial) Function
  • Administrative Function
  • Ministerial Function
  • Importance of Classification

Part II: Legislative Function of Administration (Delegated Legislation)

• Chapter 5: Delegated Legislation: Concept and Growth
  • Meaning and Need for Delegated Legislation
  • Historical Development
  • Reasons for its Growth
  • Types of Delegated Legislation
• Chapter 6: Control over Delegated Legislation
  • Judicial Control:
    • Doctrine of Ultra Vires (Substantive and Procedural)
    • Parent Act vs. Delegated Legislation
    • Grounds for Challenging Delegated Legislation
  • Parliamentary Control:
    • Laying Procedures
    • Scrutiny Committees
    • Discussions and Questions
  • Procedural/Administrative Control:
    • Consultation Requirements
    • Publication and Notification

Part III: Adjudicatory Function of Administration (Administrative Adjudication)

• Chapter 7: Administrative Tribunals
  • Meaning and Need for Administrative Tribunals
  • Reasons for their Growth
  • Distinction from Courts
  • Types of Tribunals in India (e.g., CAT, SAT, NGT)
  • Jurisdiction and Powers of Tribunals
• Chapter 8: Principles of Natural Justice
  • Meaning and Evolution
  • Audi Alteram Partem (Rule against bias)
    • Personal Bias
    • Pecuniary Bias
    • Subject Matter Bias
  • Nemo Judex in Causa Sua (Rule of fair hearing)
    • Notice
    • Opportunity to be Heard
    • Cross-Examination
    • Reasoned Decisions
  • Exceptions to Natural Justice
  • Consequences of Violation
• Chapter 9: Enquiry Proceedings and Departmental Inquiries
  • Procedure for Departmental Inquiries
  • Role of Inquiry Officer
  • Evidence in Administrative Proceedings
  • Disciplinary Action against Public Servants

Part IV: Judicial Review of Administrative Action

• Chapter 10: Introduction to Judicial Review
  • Concept and Basis of Judicial Review
  • Constitutional Basis (Articles 32, 226, 227)
  • Scope and Limitations
• Chapter 11: Writs in Administrative Law
  • Habeas Corpus
  • Mandamus
  • Prohibition
  • Certiorari
  • Quo Warranto
  • Conditions for Issuance of Each Writ
• Chapter 12: Other Remedies for Judicial Review
  • Declaratory Judgments
  • Injunctions
  • Suits against Government
• Chapter 13: Grounds for Judicial Review
  • Lack of Jurisdiction
  • Abuse of Discretion (Mala Fide, Irrelevant Considerations, Improper Purpose, Unreasonableness/Wednesbury Unreasonableness)
  • Procedural Impropriety
  • Error of Law on the Face of the Record
  • Proportionality

Part V: Administrative Discretion and Accountability

• Chapter 14: Administrative Discretion
  • Meaning and Necessity of Discretion
  • Limits on Discretionary Power
  • Judicial Control of Discretion
• Chapter 15: Public Corporations and Government Companies
  • Nature and Functions
  • Legal Status and Accountability
  • Government Control and Judicial Review
• Chapter 16: Liability of the Government and Public Authorities
  • Contractual Liability
  • Tortious Liability (Sovereign vs. Non-Sovereign Functions)
  • Constitutional Torts
  • Statutory Liability
• Chapter 17: Ombudsman and Lokpal
  • Concept of Ombudsman
  • Lokpal and Lokayukta in India
  • Jurisdiction and Powers
  • Effectiveness and Challenges
• Chapter 18: Right to Information Act, 2005
  • Evolution of the Right to Information
  • Key Provisions of the RTI Act
  • Public Information Officers (PIOs) and Appellate Authorities
  • Exemptions from Disclosure
  • Impact and Challenges

Part VI: Contemporary Issues in Administrative Law

• Chapter 19: Regulatory Bodies
  • Growth and Importance of Regulatory Bodies (e.g., SEBI, TRAI, IRDAI)
  • Functions and Powers
  • Accountability and Challenges
• Chapter 20: Public Interest Litigation (PIL) and Administrative Law
  • Concept and Evolution of PIL
  • Role of PIL in Controlling Administrative Action
  • Judicial Activism vs. Judicial Overreach
• Chapter 21: Good Governance and Administrative Ethics
  • Principles of Good Governance
  • Ethics in Public Administration
  • Codes of Conduct and Anti-Corruption Measures
• Chapter 22: Emerging Trends and Challenges in Administrative Law
  • Impact of Globalization and Liberalization
  • E-Governance and Digital Administration
  • Role of NGOs and Civil Society
  • Future of Administrative Law in India