June 2023

Rewriting Section 84 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 – Making the Critical Intersection between Law and Policy

Abstract: The insanity defense is codified in Indian statute under section 84 of the Indian Penal Code. While itWhile, it is based on the McNaughton Rules, Indian draftsmen have preferred certain modifications, which have been a source been a source of ambiguity. Moreover, the term “unsoundness of mind” lacks a definition in the IPC, and

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Positioning India’s Response To Russo-ukraine Crisis Through The Lens Of Social Constructivism Theory

INTRODUCTION The Russo- Ukraine War entered its second year on February 23, 2023. Mere hours before its second anniversary, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted a resolution to end the War. 141 Member States voted in favor, 7 voted against and 32 Member States abstained. India was among the abstentions. As a result of

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Maternity Benefits In India: Taking Stock Of Extant Maternity Benefits Laws

Pregnancy, largely considered to be a women-centric concept, is a period which most women go through, irrespective of whether they are working or non-working individuals. Working women, during their pregnancy have been historically expected to multi-task and are saddled with taking care of their child, their families and themselves, while meeting work expectations. It was

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