Judicial Review of Administrative Action

Judicial Review of Administrative Action by S R Myneni (1st Edition, 2026) provides a comprehensive and systematic examination of the doctrine of judicial review in the context of administrative law in India. The book traces the historical development and constitutional foundations of judicial review, explains its role as a check on administrative power, and outlines the legal principles governing the review of executive action. It explores how administrative decisions are challenged in courts, the grounds on which such decisions may be scrutinised, and the remedies available to aggrieved parties, grounded in India's constitutional framework. The text also discusses procedural aspects of judicial intervention and illustrates complex theories with relevant case law and statutory references.

Key Features:

• Authoritative exposition of judicial review as applied to administrative actions within Indian constitutional law.
• Detailed analysis of the constitutional basis for judicial review, including Articles empowering the Supreme Court and High Courts.
• Clear explanation of the principal grounds for review such as illegality, procedural impropriety, and irrationality.
• Practical framework on how courts assess executive actions against constitutional and statutory limits.
• Illustrations from case law demonstrating how judicial review operates in practice.
• Structured for ease of reference, making it suitable for both academic study and professional practice.

This book is ideal for law students, legal academics, practising lawyers, and judicial officers seeking a thorough understanding of judicial review of administrative action within India’s legal and constitutional framework.