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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 […]

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

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

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

  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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A RESPONSE TO “POLITY AND GROUP DIFFERENCE: A CRITIQUE OF THE IDEAL OF UNIVERSAL CITIZENSHIP”  BY IRIS MARION YOUNG Introduction Time and again, there has been a persistent discussion about which version of citizenship should be followed – The universalist one or the differentiated one? The first is universal citizenship which applies to the entire community, regardless

The applicability of law and its formulation in itself is founded within the human society.Therefore, the existence and working of a human society, and the creation and sustenance of a legal regime are interlinked intimately.  The nature of law, by and large, is to maintain social order. Thus, by nature, law is regulatory in a

INTRODUCTION All young Indian children have grown up hearing Sunny Deol’s famous “tareekh pe tareekh” dialogue, in which he vehemently criticizes the Indian legal system for prolonging cases while failing to provide the parties with justice. Deol’s tirade has significantly impacted jurists and attorneys across generations. Some may even argue that his harangue inspired them