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Complications With The Three New Bills
Read more: Complications With The Three New BillsThe anticipated introduction of three new bills in India, aimed at reforming the criminal justice system, has sparked a vigorous debate. Advocating for reform is crucial, but upon closer examination, certain drawbacks become apparent. Modifications to evidence standards present risks of privacy invasion and manipulation, and decriminalised offences raise worries about the impact on society.…
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A Critical Analysis on the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation
Read more: A Critical Analysis on the European Union’s General Data Protection RegulationThis article traces the origins of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the toughest privacy and security law in the world, drafted and passed by the European Union, imposing obligations on organisations anywhere as long as they target or collect data regarding people in the European Union. It delves into the reasons for its incorporation…
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NEWTON- A DAUNTLESS TAKE ON THE DANCE OF DEMOCRACY
Read more: NEWTON- A DAUNTLESS TAKE ON THE DANCE OF DEMOCRACYAmit Masurkar’s 2017 film “Newton” presents a unique exploration of democracy, elections, and governance in the context of rural India, particularly in rural India. This review delves into the exceptional performances, notably Rajkummar Rao as Newton, and the film’s witty writing. The movie skillfully weaves themes of patriarchy, caste, and government indifference into the narrative,…
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Democracy On Trial- The case of The 1975 National Emergency
Read more: Democracy On Trial- The case of The 1975 National EmergencyAmong countless cases that have shaped Indian jurisprudence, the cases during the tumultuous period of the 1975 emergency, including that of Indira Gandhi v. Raj Narain, have been forever etched in history. A landmark, unprecedented constitutional law judgement reiterating democratic ideals, the case had resounding implications on the declaration of constitutional emergencies in India and,…
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Live-In Or Live-In-Sin: Maintenance Under Non-Marital Relationships (Pt. II)
Read more: Live-In Or Live-In-Sin: Maintenance Under Non-Marital Relationships (Pt. II)Women can use this section to ask their “husband” or “father of their child” for maintenance. Courts have construed it to encompass women in committed, long-term partnerships that resemble marriage, even though it does not specifically name live-in partners—as long as certain requirements are met. Although this interpretation gives some optimism, it is still up…
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Live-In Or Live-In-Sin: Maintenance Under Non-Marital Relationships (Pt. I)
Read more: Live-In Or Live-In-Sin: Maintenance Under Non-Marital Relationships (Pt. I)The upkeep of live-in relationships is still a complicated and developing topic in India. While there is no specific statute that governs maintenance in these types of relationships, courts have construed existing laws, such as the Domestic Violence Act and Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, to offer some protection. However, the burden…
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Right To Privacy In The World Of Social Media
Read more: Right To Privacy In The World Of Social MediaThis article dives into privacy laws and traces some of the landmark cases involved under these laws with social media becoming a notable part of our daily lives and social fabric, outlining the ambiguous understanding of the right to privacy.
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Growth of Alternate Dispute Resolution in the Current Legal System
Read more: Growth of Alternate Dispute Resolution in the Current Legal SystemThe article highlights how ADR may improve access to justice, relieve court backlogs, and support fast, cost-effective conflict resolution while also addressing issues with due process, accountability, and inclusion.
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Custodial Rights for Fathers in India
Read more: Custodial Rights for Fathers in IndiaThis article explores the imperative of expanding custodial rights for fathers within the Indian legal framework. Drawing upon the principle of gender equality, the analysis critiques the entrenched societal norm of automatically assigning custody to mothers, challenging the assumption that women are inherently superior caregivers.
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Abrogation of Article 370
Read more: Abrogation of Article 370Examining key historical events, judicial decisions, and the human rights landscape post-2019, the article analyses the political complexities, landmark cases, and the J&K Reorganisation Act.
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Directors’ Duties and Stakeholders: An Analysis
Read more: Directors’ Duties and Stakeholders: An AnalysisThe treatment of shareholder and stakeholder interests in corporate legislation in the United Kingdom (UK) and India is thoroughly compared in this article. It looks at how legal frameworks have changed over time, with particular attention to how India’s Section 166(2) of the Companies Act recognises stakeholders’ interests in directorship responsibility and how the UK…
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Efforts Towards Police Accountability in India
Read more: Efforts Towards Police Accountability in IndiaThis is part 2 of the article on Criminal Justice reforms in India. Part 2 of the article explores the multifaceted landscape of police accountability measures in India. It outlines both internal and external accountability mechanisms, including the roles of state institutions, public bodies, and independent agencies. Recent developments, judicial oversight, and legal challenges are…
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