AN ANALYSIS OF THE DOCTRINE OF ULTRA VIRES FROM THE INDIAN PERSPECTIVE
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The doctrine of Ultra Vires is a very important innovation of the judiciary, which has played and still continues to play a very important role in the Indian Scenario. The present paper attempts to delve into the intricacies of the Doctrine of Ultra Vires in India, and then it presents a comparative analysis of the same with the United Kingdom. The paper explains the need and scope of the Doctrine, and it also highlights the judicial viewpoint of the same. It also shows the journey of the Doctrine in India, starting from its introduction to its downfall in the country, and the various actions taken by the businessmen to evade or escape from the Doctrine of Ultra Vires. It also depicts the consequences and effects of the same, and also brings light on the various issues that the business enterprises face in carrying out its social obligations. The doctrine of Ultra Vires is also subject to a lot of exceptions, which are also discussed in this piece. The paper ends with a comparative analysis with the United Kingdom and finally points out to the current status of the Doctrine of Ultra Vires in India.
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