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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

Note- This article is a second part in the series of articles titled with ‘Nature v. Choice: What Determines the Past, Present and Future.’ Disclaimer-   The II theory of development stands for Individual and Institutional theory of development. This refers to the choices and decisions that an individual and institution makes which contribute in the

Evidentiary Value of the Phenolphthalein Test It is now a well-settled principle of law that the Phenolphthalein test comes under the ambit of Section 156 of the Indian Evidence Act. Corroborative evidence mentioned under Section 156 allows the witness to depose any other new material fact in order to strengthen the existing evidence provided by

Introduction In 2021, India was ranked 85th out of 180 countries on the Corruption Perception Index. Corruption acts like a parasite for the country and causes huge damage to the society. Science could help in reducing it by increasing the conviction rates of corrupt officials in the country. To curtail it, in a recent judgement,

Introduction As per the recent World Inequality Report 2022, released by World Inequality Lab, the poorest half of the population owns just 2% of the population whereas the richest 10% of population owns 76% of global wealth. (Lab, 2022) These are staggering numbers that have shocked the policy makers and commentators alike. In India, the case

Abstract Beginning with the acceptance of Cornelia Sorabji into the Allahabad High court in 1921 to rehearse as an advocate, the Indian legal system has come a long way since India’s independence. Female advocates were provided access to the Indian courts. After independence, the Constitution of India mandated equal treatment in education and employment. But

INTRODUCTION: Despite the growing support among doctors worldwide and significant advancements in the medical industry in recent years, there is still so much ambiguity surrounding the question of euthanasia and doctor-assisted suicide that “To legalize euthanasia or not?” is one of the most debated topics of the 21st century. This article attempts to discuss the

 Abstract     Suicide is an unfortunate and unique tragedy that steals a person’s life sooner than it would have been. The tragedy, in turn, has a domino effect that affects the deceased’s family, acquaintances, and communities. Suicide can be caused by a variety of reasons, including issues with one’s employment or career, alienation, maltreatment, conflicts

INTRODUCTION The key political and strategic treaties that makeup Kautaliya’s Arthashastra are a compendium of eternal ideas. Such tactics and concepts are still relevant in the modern day. Such ideas, if effectively implemented, will help a state in the long run and address some of the major issues plaguing many nations today. The Arthashastra offers

INTRODUCTION A surname also referred to as a family name, is a common identifier shared among members of a family. It serves not only as a marker of one’s cultural, genealogical, or historical inheritance but also as a means of nurturing a sentiment of affiliation and solidarity in society, chiefly among children. Nonetheless, the vestiges