In the context of delegated legislation, the judicial doctrine that prevents a legislature from conferring “uncontrolled legislative power” on the administration is known as the doctrine of :
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The doctrine of 'excessive delegation' prevents the legislature from delegating its essential legislative function to the executive. While delegating rule-making power is permitted, the legislature must retain the core policy-making function and provide sufficient guidelines. This doctrine ensures the legislature doesn't abdicate its constitutional role.