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Introduction  How is the identity of a person or group formed? For Charles Taylor, it is partly formed by the presence or absence of recognition by others (1). But what is recognition? In the article “Politics of Recognition”, Charles Taylor defines “recognition” as the acknowledgment of the inherent dignity and worth of individuals or groups, …

Forms Of Social Injustice: Exploring Remedies And Identifying Legitimate Claims Read More »

“People have different attractions. Mine just happens to be corpses.”                                                                                                            — Hayden[1] ABSTRACT Necrophilia, paraphilia is a sexual attraction to the departed souls. It is deviating from the normal sexual behaviour accepted by the society.  The journey of Necrophilia has evolved differently in the past many centuries, it being equated from a religious practise …

Debasing the Deceased: Examining Necrophilia from Judicial Lens Read More »

Introduction In the contemporary global discourse, post-colonial nation-states occupy a space replete with challenges and paradoxes. Having emerged from the shadows of colonial oppression, these nations grapple with the residue of entrenched institutionalised injustices, communal rifts, and socio-political schisms. Indeed, the very essence of “’post-colonial” suggests an existence that is forever tethered, albeit oppositionally, to …

Truth Commissions in Post-Colonial Transition: A Viability Assessment for Contemporary Transitional Justice Read More »

“To be or not to be.” Much like Hamlet in Shakespeare’s timeless play of love and loss, who was faced with a life-changing dilemma where he contemplated his right to choose whether to live or not, multitudes of Muslim women across the globe find themselves contemplating their rights on whether to veil themselves or not. …

The Hijab: A Veil of Ignorance, a Breach of Uniformity, or a Constitutional Right? Read More »

Introduction Looking up into the limitless sky, are you not baffled by the wonders of the cosmos? The twinkling stars, the moon and its magnificence and the beauty of it all. Outer Space has always captured the minds of us humans ; from the wise philosophers of the ancient times to brilliant scientists of ours.  …

Weaponisation of Outer Space Read More »

Introduction: The study of law and the legal system is often perceived as a rigid and orthodox social structure veiled by the complexities of statutes, precedents, and formalities that guide its operation. The public perception of law as something that one should be afraid of stems from various factors that contribute to a sense of …

Beyond The Punchline: Portrayal Of Law In Comedy Read More »

Introduction In the troubled state of Manipur, India, women have tragically fallen victim to sexual violence, wherein rape is employed as a weapon to instil terror and exert control over communities. This distressing practice not only violates fundamental principles of humanity but also undermines the very fabric of society. The systematic use of sexual assault …

Women as Weapons: Exploring Mob Behaviour in Manipur and its Devastating Impact on Human Rights Read More »

Abstract: This blog deals with the fundamental issue of students, right to access mobile phones and the internet through court judgements, international guidelines and fundamental rights. This blog emphasises the importance of granting students this right in a reasonable manner while also maintaining discipline in hostels. The author aims to encourage hostels authorities and associated …

Staying Online: Hostellers’ right to access Mobile Phones and the Internet Read More »

ABSTRACT It is an indisputable truth that if legislation could be drafted with holy precision and perfect clarity a judge would be saved from the ordeal of giving force and life to mere sets of words through judicial creativity. A law ought to be time and subject matter tested as it has to take into …

Judicial Creativity Through Denning’s Lens Read More »

  Introduction Prior to 1956, in the absence of any codified personal laws, the Hindu Community was guided by Mitakshara and Dayabhaga digests on Smritis i.e., customary law. To bring uniformity in personal pursuits of Hindus which were guided by their religion, the Parliament of India brought the Hindu Code Bills in 1950s codifying the …

Does the Hindu Law of Succession Permit One to Constitute Two Coparcenaries ? Read More »

The place for courts’ judgments in the literary world is unique. The substance of judicial pronouncements is considered far more important than the manner in which it is written. The use of literature or any literary devices to support the court’s decision, or any peripheral discussions are secondary as they do not have a sufficient …

Citing Literature in Judgements: A Quandary Read More »

Introduction Family is the main pillar of patriarchy, a patriarchal unit within a patriarchal whole, it serves as a reflection of and a link to the greater society (1). The concept of surname is essential to the institution of family, as surname denotes and, in a way, carries forward the family name and in the …

Surname, Autonomy And Gender Equality:analyzing The Italian Court’s Judgement Read More »

Abstract This article examines the relationship of Christianity with Secularism through a study of its History and Philosophy. It also analyzes the unique model of Indian Secularism, often called ‘Nehruvian’ Secularism, in light of the history of Secularism and the State. The article does not advance a particular ideological viewpointbut merely presents the reader with …

Secularism and Christianity: A Critical Analysis Read More »

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 …

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

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 …

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

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 …

Maternity Benefits In India: Taking Stock Of Extant Maternity Benefits Laws Read More »

Abstract Untouchability is a menace for society, treating an individual only on the basis of their caste is not justified. This article talks about untouchability that is persistent in Nepal, though it has been abolished by lawmakers. Although an act related to this i.e. Caste-Based Discrimination and Untouchability (Offence and Punishment) Act, 2011 has been …

Untouchability Abolished But Still Persistent In Nepal Read More »

The public is a complex system, one that is defined differently by different individuals. The law has had its own set of conceptions in explaining the public. The PIL mechanism in India attempts to establish such a connection between the law and the public in India through a legal mechanism known as Public Interest Litigations …

Perceptions Of The Public Through PILs On Prison Conditions Read More »