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Q.2 Are government employees within their rights when they resort to strike? Give justification in support of your argument. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment-
  • https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/no-fundamental-right-to-strike/article35732405.ece
  • In the intro, mention that various government employees go on strike for various reasons across the country.
  • In the body mention that there is no fundamental right to strike under Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution. Next, mention various Supreme Court judgements on the issue. Also mention that Article 33 allows for by law the restriction of even fundamental rights of armed forces and forces charged with the maintenance of public order. Lack of moral or equitable justification can also be mentioned.
  • Conclude by mentioning strike as a weapon is often misused and creates chaos.

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    Dhanush

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