Principle

CONSTITUTIONAL LAW — Interpretation of Section 215(4) of the 1999 Constitution — Power of State Governor to Direct Commissioner of Police

Area of law
CONSTITUTIONAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

State Governors have constitutional power to give lawful directions to the Commissioner of Police on public safety and order. The Commissioner must comply. The principle applies to constitutional law and federal-state relations.

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