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Tortious Liability for Defamation

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What is defamation?

Defamation can be explained as damaging someone’s good reputation. Therefore any person who commits an act that may damage the reputation of a person can be said to have committed defamation. Reputation can be termed as the opinions that others hold towards a person. Reputation is a legal right according to Article 21 and thus damage to one’s reputation is the violation of one’s absolute right.

English Law

Under English Law, defamation has been classified under 2 heads, these being Libel and Slander.

Libel: Libel is a defamatory statement that is in written form and is permanent in nature. Examples include books, articles, movies, etc. This is a criminal offence and is actionable per se.

Slander: Slander is a defamatory statement that is in verbal form and temporary in nature. This is a civil wrong and is actionable under the law of torts.

Indian Law

The Indian Law does not make any such distinction between libel and slander. Defamation under Indian Law is both a civil wrong as well as a criminal wrong. It is defined under Section 499 of the Indian Penal Code as a criminal offence and is also a tort.

It depends on the plaintiff as to what kind of action he wants to bring against the defendant. If the plaintiff wants imprisonment for the defendant, he shall initiate criminal proceedings. If the plaintiff, however, wants to sue for damages, he shall initiate civil proceedings.

We shall only discuss tortious liability in this Article. 

Essentials

There are a few essentials that must be fulfilled for a person to be held liable for committing defamation. These are as follows:

  1. A defamatory and false statement must be made

The first essential to constitute defamation is that the defendant must have made a statement that is false, and publication of that statement shall lead to injury to the reputation of the plaintiff. Whether or not a statement is defamatory depends on how a person of reasonable mind shall take it to be.

In D.P. Choudhary v. Manjulata, a statement had been published in a local daily, according to which the plaintiff had eloped with a boy during the night, on the pretext of going for night classes. The statement was found to be true, but the plaintiff had to suffer a lot and also her marriage prospects were affected due to this. Therefore the defendants were held liable.

  1. The statement must be made with respect to the plaintiff

The defamatory statement must be made with respect to the plaintiff. What this means is that the statement made by the defendant must refer to the plaintiff. Whether the defendants had ill intent or awareness of the truth is immaterial. If a defamatory statement has been made with respect to the plaintiff (whether prima facie or innuendo), the defendants shall be held liable.

In Morrison v. Ritihie and Company, the defendants had mistakenly published a statement that the plaintiff had given birth to twins. The defendants were unaware that the plaintiff had been married for only 2 months at that time. They were held liable for defamation.

  1. The statement must be published

The third and final essential to constitute defamation is its communication to a third party. Even though a false and defamatory statement made with respect to the plaintiff was made, if it is not communicated to a third person, it does not amount to defamation.

Thus if a defamatory article is published in a local daily, it amounts to defamation. Similarly, making defamatory statements in presence of various other persons amounts to defamation.

Therefore if a letter that consists of defamatory statements for a person is not read by a third person, it cannot amount to defamation. However, if the letter gets into the hands of a third person and they read it, without the knowledge of the defendant, the defendant cannot be held liable.

In Arumuga Mudaliar v. Annamalai Mudaliar, it was held that when a letter containing defamatory statements is sent and it gets into the hands of a third person and is read in the presence of multiple people, the defendants cannot be held liable for defamation.

Defences

Now that the meaning of defamation and also the essentials which constitute defamation have been covered, we shall now take a look at the defences through which the defendant can avoid being liable. These are as follows:

  1.  Truth

If the defamatory statement is true, it is a valid defence. That is if it has been proved that the defamatory statement that was made against the plaintiff is true, the defendant shall not be held liable. The burden of proof that the statements are true lies on the defendant.

In Radheshyam Tiwari v. Eknath, the defendant had published a series of articles. These articles were against the plaintiff. The plaintiff alleged that these were false statements. The defendant was unable to prove that the articles published were true and thus was held liable.

  1. Bonafide Comment

The defence of bonafide or fair comment is available to the defendant if the statement made by him is fair and made in the interest of the public. The 3 essentials of this defence are:

  1. Comment: A comment is the expression of one’s opinion. It is NOT an assertion of fact, but instead, the opinion one holds about a matter.
  2. Fair/Bonafide: For a comment to be fair, it needs to based on true facts. It cannot be a fair comment if it has malicious intent behind it or is based on untrue facts. The comment should be made by the defendant on the basis of his opinions. 
  3. Public Interest: Administration of the current government, law, public property and places are all matters of public interest. A fair comment made about these cannot amount to defamation.
  4. Privileges

There are instances where the law recognizes the fact that the right of free speech outweighs the right of reputation. These instances or occasions are treated as privileges. Therefore even defamatory statements made in presence of such privileges cannot amount to defamation. 

Conclusion

From the above discussion, it can be concluded that defamation is an actionable offence under both civil and criminal laws. For an offence to constitute defamation, several essentials need to be fulfilled. Also one can rely on a few defences in order to avoid being held liable for the tort of defamation.

The author is Om Gupta, a first-year law student pursuing BBA-LLB from the University School of Law and Legal Studies. 

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Electoral Reforms in India: An Overview

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INTRODUCTION

“An election is a moral horror, as bad as a battle except for the blood; a mud bath for every soul. concerned in it.”

 – George Bernard Shaw

Elections are at the Centre of the democratic process. People in a democracy participate in public affairs and express their will through elections. In a democracy, power is transferred in a peaceful and orderly manner through elections, and the government’s authority is given legitimacy. ‘Elections, in this way, not only sustain but also enliven democracy. As a result, holding free and fair elections is a requirement of democracy.’ But for some certain reasons, democratic system does not function properly and there is a general perception that something is not right in the electoral process.

In a democracy like India, public perception of the electoral process can be defined as public opinion gathered through surveys or election studies and sought to be represented in political campaigns or electoral process decisions, ECI interventions, judicial verdicts on reforms such as candidate affidavits, and authoritative reports of commissions set up to investigate electoral reform. Despite the ECI’s high reputation as an independent and trusted institution and the successful implementation of election process changes such as Electronic Voting Machines and Election Photo Identity Cards, voter opinions of the process remained negative.

India chose a Parliamentary democracy when it gained independence six decades ago. The term “parliamentary democracy” means that citizens have the only power to elect their representatives. But now is the time to consider the issues on which we were mistaken in choosing this kind of democracy. We should not just criticize the politicians, but also “we the people of this country,” because we are all to blame in some way. The removal of three horrible things, namely, money power, muscle power, and mafia power, is the first and most important duty that must be completed at this hour. Aside from that, four Cs must be eliminated. Corruption, criminality, casteism, and communalism are elements of this.

Electoral Reforms in India

“Whoever wishes to foresee the future must consult the past; for human events ever resemble those of preceding times. This arises from the fact that they are produced by men who ever have been, and ever shall be, animated by the same passions, and thus they necessarily have the same results”.

-Machiavelli

Elections are the backbone of our democracy in India. Our democratic system gives us the power to choose our state’s representatives. Furthermore, the elected people have the right to choose the state’s leader. India’s elections have a lengthy history. As a result of our federal structure, India has both general and state elections. The Indian Election Commission is the main authority in charge of elections in the country. Both the General and State Elections are held in accordance with the Election Commission’s rules. This Commission is made up of high-ranking government officials and is set up in accordance with Indian Constitutional provisions. The Election Commission has a significant deal of autonomy in terms of exercising control over the election process. Even the Court does not have the authority to meddle in the electoral process.

Electoral reforms that have occupied the Election Process include EVMs (Electronic Voting Machines), which result in more transparency and creditability of elections, Universal Adult Franchise, which was initiated by the 61st Amendment, 1988, and Anti- Defection Law, which prohibits criminals from purchasing tickets for various political parties. Furthermore, Act 1 of 1989 added Section 58A to the Representative of the People’s Act, which allows for the postponement or revocation of elections due to booth capturing.

Free and Fair Elections

India is the world’s largest democracy. Since 1947, free and fair elections have been held on a regular basis in accordance with the Constitution and the Election Commission’s rules. The Election Commission of India is responsible for overseeing, directing, and controlling the entire process of holding elections for the offices of President and Vice-President of India, as stipulated by the Indian Constitution. Elections are held in accordance with the Constitution and laws passed by Parliament. The most important legislation is the Representation of the People Act, 1950, which deals with the preparation and modification of electoral rolls, as well as all elements of election conduct and post-election issues.

Criminalization in Electoral System

The only power the government has is the power to crack down on criminals. Well, when there are not enough criminals, one makes them. One declares so many things to be a crime that it becomes impossible for men to live without breaking laws.”

 -Ayn Rand

Political criminalization has contributed to a shaky electoral system. Representatives who run for election have a slew of criminal charges filed against them. From the perspective of the common man, it is generally known that these politicians rely on the help of criminal elements to climb the political ladder. It is all about tormenting the citizens who go out to vote for them. Are the politicians cum criminals who are leading us producing a just atmosphere if they vote because it is their fundamental right? The answer is always a resounding “no.” The Law Commission of India Reports offer biographical information on politicians, such as their socioeconomic backgrounds, charges filed against them, and so on. Every person to whom we offer a vote has a fundamental right to know their antecedents. However, only a small percentage of people take use of this benefit. This is due to a lack of understanding among the public. Any candidate who is convicted by a court of law is disqualified under Section 8 of the People Representation Act of 1951. It further states that such a candidate will be forbidden from running for office again for six years after his or her conviction. This demonstrates a stern approach to policing criminalization. But the question is whether or not there is a zealous application of the same. Is it true that we have free officials that are corrupt? Also, how do they feel about the endurance of such background-checking tests? The answer to all of this is still “no.” The reason for this is that money has a lot of clout in politics.

On March 27, 2003, the Election Commission of India issued an order requiring candidates for electoral office to submit an affidavit disclosing their assets and liabilities, in response to a Supreme Court judgement dated March 13, 2003 in the Peoples Union for Civil Liberties &another vs. Union of India case. In its report “Proposed Electoral Reforms,” published in 2004, the Election Commission of India stated that “there have been several incidents where the candidates are reported to have submitted grossly discounted information, primarily about their holdings.” This is bringing the country closer to a state of languishing. It is not a sign of progress. India is considered a developing nation. This mindset, which we have seen so far in our political system, will only serve to enhance crime. This opens the door to all kinds of illegal and banned actions.

Current Situation

The functioning of our legislature, the Lok Sabha, the Rajya Sabha, and the State Legislative Assemblies, does not inspire pride in us. One of the primary issues with legislatures is the large number of unqualified candidates who make it to them. For example, the media stated that more than half of the MLAs in the current state assembly election in Uttar Pradesh had criminal records worth noting. It is typical to place practically all of the responsibility for the current state of affairs on the country’s so-called political elite. Those who just criticize them disregard the fact that this political elite is born out of society. They are not created in a vacuum or in a closed environment. Citizens are the ones who do not take use of the benefits that have been provided to them. As a result, changing the structure in which the political class must work is one method to modify their behavior. Electoral reforms become critical at this point. Our political system, according to the government, is dysfunctional. Fundamental political reform is desperately needed, including an electoral reform referendum, far increased cross-party cooperation, and improvements to our political system to make it considerably more transparent and responsible.

CONCLUSION

The election served as a symbol of hope. When asked why elections mattered, respondents said they were hoping for a “transcendent utopia of equality”that would eliminate the unfairness and injustice that they were confronted with. This is a sufficient cause to ensure improvements, which, as the 2010 Core Committee on Electoral Reforms noted, the election system was in “dire need” of, from candidate selection to election funding. The quality of democracy suffers as a result of the failure to implement reforms. The most disturbing aspect of criminalization of the election process, for example, was “the huge number of elected MPs with criminal accusations pending against them.” Second, the influence of money on elections can be seen in three ways. One possibility is that candidates who are paid to run for office may be driven to recoup their investment once they are elected to power. Two, the winning candidates may be forced to protect the interests of their “investors”by prioritizing policy objectives over others. Third, such candidates may lack both reason and knowledge of the public’s desires.

Electoral reforms in a society that relied on elections for justice and rationalism might not simply be about method and procedure; they might also be about voters’ perceptions of what democracy gave and what they thought they deserved. The SCI and Law Commission’s perspectives provided a substantive basis for election changes and a path to a better democracy.

This article is written by Ayushi Vaid of VIVEKANANDA SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES.

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II JECRC NATIONAL VIRTUAL MOOT COURT COMPETITION, 2021

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JECRC University, Jaipur, Rajasthan is one of the Premier Universities of North India, established under The JECRC University Act, 2012 of the Government of Rajasthan. JECRC University had started the School of Law in 2017 with the approval of the Bar Council of India. We at JECRC University aim to provide a platform for young students to understand the inter-dependence of today’s world and its myriad challenges and opportunities.

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We believe that the objective of modern education should be to create world citizens with the right moral and ethical values, tolerance, discipline, commitment, compassion, and sensitivity. JECRC’s School of Law was the first law school in Rajasthan to start the drift towards a national level Virtual Moot Court Competition for the young law aspirants while defeating the constraints of the Pandemic. 

Our last edition was in the format of a Mono-Advocacy Moot wherein, the guests were Sitting Judge of Rajasthan HC, Additional Solicitor General and was adjudged by Advocates on Record, Advocates of RHC and Member, Bar Council of Rajasthan. Last year we witnessed the nationwide participation of more than 50 students coming from top Law Schools of India including NLUs and other Private Institutions. Cash Prizes worth Rs. 10,000 were awarded to the students in which Symbiosis Law School, Pune won the best team prize. 

Thus, with greater zeal and enthusiasm, we have come up with our 2nd National Virtual Moot Court Competition wherein, the proposition is related to the emerging IP Rights Laws and the participation cap is 40 teams. 

IMPORTANT DATES 

  • Release of Proposition, Rules and Commencement of Registration: June 25, 2021.
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  • Release of Clarifications: July 10, 2021.
  • Last Date for Registration: July 20, 2021.
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  • Memorial Exchange: August 6, 2021.
  • Oral Rounds: 7th to 9th August, 2021.

Eligibility

Students of three-year or five-year integrated law degree courses from any University/Law School/College/Department are eligible to participate in the Competition. However, a maximum of one Team shall be allowed to participate from any one University/Law School/College/Department. 

Team Composition 

  1. Each Team shall consist only of three members, comprising two speakers and one researcher.
  2. Any alteration of the names of the team members shall be informed through writing email to ju.mootcourt@jecrcu.edu.in .
  3. Once the Competition commences, the team composition cannot be altered under any circumstances whatsoever. The inability of any team member to participate in accordance with the rules of this Competition shall lead to immediate disqualification of the Team from the Competition.

REGISTRATION PROCEDURE

  1. The teams interested in participating are required to confirm their participation by filling up the Google form. The link of which is Google Form.
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REWARDS AND PRIZES:

  1. Winning Team Award – The winning Team will receive a prize worth Rs. 15,000/-.
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  3. Best Student Advocate/Counsel – The Best Student Advocate/Counsel will receive a prize worth Rs. 5,100/- .
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  5. Best Memorial -The Team submitting the best memorial will receive a prize worth Rs. 5,100/-.
  6. Best Researcher – The Best Researcher will receive a prize worth Rs. 3,100/-.
  7. First Runner-Up Researcher – The First Runners-Up Researcher will receive a prize worth Rs. 2,100/-.
  8. Certificate of Participation– To all the participants.
  9. Trophies to the winning team will be delivered at their respective places

CONTACT DETAILS: 

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Email ID: ju.mootcourt@jecrcu.edu.in 

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NATIONAL ONLINE QUIZ COMPETITION ON “CRIMINAL LAW” BY JLSR JOURNAL [FEE: 50/-]: REGISTER NOW!!

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FORMAT OF THE TEST

The entire test would be timed (15 min). The test shall be comprising of 50 Questions (1 Mark each) and would be of multiple-choice accessible via online mode only.

NOTE :

  1. In case of tie in marks , person who submitted quiz first will be decided as winner if he/she falls in top 3.
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Journal for Law Students and Researchers [JLSR]  is an Online Journal with ISSN[O]: 2582-306X and 9 indexings, which is quarterly, Peer-Reviewed, published online and JLSR seeks to provide an interactive platform for the publication of Short Articles, Long Articles, Book Reviews, Case Comments, Research Papers, Essays in the field of Law.

JLSR welcomes contributions from all legal branches, as long as the work is original, unpublished, unplagiarized and is in consonance with the submission guidelines.

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Job Post : Delhi Commission for protection of Child Rights : Apply Now!

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The Delhi Commission for Protection of Child Rights (DCPCR) has been constituted under the Commission for Protection of Child Rights (CPCR) Act, 2005. It is the statutory watchdog of the Government of Delhi on matters of child rights. Some of the child rights the Commission works are:

  1. 1-Protection of children from exploitation, abuse, labour, trafficking, and violence.
  2. 2-Protection of children from sexual offences;
  3. 3-Protection of children from child marriage;
  4. 4-Right to Education;
  5. 5-Right to Health with emphasis on pregnancy care, infant care, nutritional standards, immunisation, protection against malnutrition, etc;
  6. 6-Protection of rights of children with special needs;
  7. 7-Protection of children from substance abuse;
  8. 8-Enforcement of legal protections for children in case they commit offences and the necessary safeguards associated therein;
  9. 9-Right to play;

There are different divisions within the Commission for monitoring the implementation of these rights, reviewing safeguards, inquiring into violations and advise the government on policy formulation and amendments. Each of these divisions is mapped to corresponding departments of the government and is headed by a Member, a State Government Secretary level position. There are 6 Members who all report to the Chairperson.

Deadline

  1. Junior Consultant: July 18th, 2021 by 11:59 PM
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Internship Opportunity: Career Point University Hamirpur on Patent Law

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ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY 

Located in the lap of nature, the Career Point University was established by Government of  Himachal Pradesh Act No 12 of 2012 under Sec 2(f) of UGC Act 1956. The University is recognized by UGC and is a member of AIU. The courses run by the university are approved by  UGC, HPPERC, HP Government, BCI and PCI. There are Five Schools and thirteen departments imparting education from undergraduate level up to doctoral level. 

Career Point University follows the world’s best IIT-Education system to support every student to realize their potential with the experiential approach in academics. Thousands of young students have already made Career Point University as their first choice for their higher education to give thrust to their career. University offers personal approach to address every student’s need. The University works with a mission to provide quality education and help students excel in all walks of life. 

ABOUT SCHOOL OF LEGAL STUDIES AND GOVERNANCE 

The School of Legal Studies and Governance was set up in 2014 with BALLB program. Later  the School took a leap by starting LLM and PhD programs. Presently the School has one department and one division. The School of Legal Studies and Governance in committed to provide career-oriented quality legal education to students. In a short span of five years, the  School of Legal Studies and Governance has become a preferred destination for the students who 

wish to make a mark in law field. The regular classroom teaching is supplemented by case studies and simulation exercises. The School derives its strength from qualified and experienced faculty which is complimented by a well equipped departmental library. Located in the rural area, imparting free legal aid forms an important component of teaching.  

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP SCHEME 

Intellectual property lawyers combine their legal skills with other skills in technology, business,  and the arts. Often a company’s lifeblood is its ownership of intellectual property. IP law involves protecting intellectual creations including inventions, discoveries, original create works such as music, plays, maps, computer programs and books, as well as brand names and other symbols that indicate the source of goods and services. IP includes patent law, copyright law, trademark law, and trade secret law, along with some other areas of law, including licensing and unfair competition. With the rapidly developing technology, and the increasing number of patents granted every year, protection and enforcement of patents and rights of patent holders is of utmost importance. The legal community a big role in safeguarding the rights of patent holders. Legally, patents provide inventors with the right to exclude others from making, using,  selling, offering for sale, or importing an invention. Keeping this in mind, this internship has been designed to help the learners, especially lawyers and law students wishing to build their careers in Patents Law. This internship will also benefit professionals who wish to get acquainted with the law or refresh their knowledge on the subject. 

WHO CAN APPLY? 

Open to All  

LAST DATE TO APPLY  

18th July 2021 

DURATION  

The duration of the internship would be for 4 to 5 weeks. (19th July to 18th August 2021) MODE OF INTERNSHIP 

The Internship will be ONLINE. 

All the reporting and dissemination of information will take place through the  Mail. Every task allocated to the interns will have specific guidelines to be followed. 

CERTIFICATE OF INTERNSHIP 

The certificate will be awarded to the interns upon satisfactory completion of all the mandatory requirements of their internships and on submission of their Assignment  Report/Quiz and its evaluation by the Chair members. 

REGISTRATION FEE  

Interested candidates are required to apply through Google link 

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TERMS & CONDITIONS 

No stipend shall be provided for the Internship. 

We reserve the right to terminate the internship at any time if a selected candidate is found to not diligently fulfil his/her obligations during the internship period.

If the internship is so terminated, the candidate will not be provided with the certificate. 

For any further information/clarification, kindly send an email to sanjeev.law@cpuh.edu.in or  contact Rajni BALLB 5th Year 8278814381, Kanika BALLB 4th Year 8894154736

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Job Post: Junior Professional Associate (JPA) program; World Bank Group

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Junior Professional Associates (JPA) Program ​

The Junior Professional Associate (JPA) program is a unique opportunity to gain entry-level professional experience and first-hand exposure to the challenges – and rewards – of international development.

Are you a recent graduate? Do you have passion for and commitment to helping others? Are you looking for a solid, two-year entry-level work experience in a multicultural environment? If so, you may be interested in the the World Bank’s JPA program. ​

In your JPA assignment, you’ll use your strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, your knowledge of technology and your research abilities – working with more senior colleagues and project teams in their work both in operations and in corporate functions. You’ll have an opportunity to hone your skills and acquire new ones while gaining first-hand exposure to the challenges of reducing poverty and boosting shared prosperity. Your experience as a JPA may be used as a steppingstone to a career in government, consulting, the private sector, academia or other development agencies. ​

Eligibility Criteria ​

The following are minimum requirements to be eligible for the JPA program: ​

  • Be 28 years of age or younger on your first day of service​
  • Hold the equivalent of a Bachelor’s degree
  • Be fluent in English​
  • One or more of the Bank’s working languages is a plus: Arabic, Chinese, French, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish. ​

Since this employment program is highly competitive, applicants under active consideration for employment may be asked to submit academic records as well as references. The World Bank will contact only those applicants whom hiring managers wish to interview. ​

Positions may be located in any of the World Bank’s offices across the world. ​

A JPA assignment is not an entry point for a career at the World Bank and employment beyond the two-year contract will be prohibited for a period of two years after the end of the contract. However, some former JPAs may rejoin the organization later in their careers after gaining experience elsewhere and becoming experts in their professional fields. ​

Recruitment and hiring for this employment category is ongoing throughout the year.​

How to apply? ​

Interested candidates may apply online. (Please take care to provide required information where indicated). Please note that applications will be kept active in our database for a period of six months. Should you still be interested in JPA program after six months, you will need to re-apply. Only those identified for an assignment will be contacted to discuss their interest and availability. Candidates are selected by the hiring manager on a highly competitive basis.​

What are we looking for? ​

Your academic achievements are superior and place you in the top portion of your graduating class. Your analytical and research skills extend to areas of specialization such as: economics, finance, human development (public health, education, nutrition, population), social sciences (anthropology, sociology), agriculture, environment (climate, blue economy), infrastructure, private sector development, as well as other related fields, including corporate and administrative functions (IT, legal, accounting, communications, etc). ​

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Job Post: Legal Aid Officer Recruitment: MPSLSA

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About the job

Under the Madhya Pradesh District Legal Aid Officer Recruitment Rules, 2007, the pay scale for the following vacant posts of District Legal Aid Officer (Entry Level) Second Class Gazetted is 56100-177500 (according to the seventh pay scale) in the prescribed form only from eligible and eligible Indian citizens candidates. Online applications are invited.

Madhya Pradesh State Legal Services Authority invites application for the position of District Legal Aid Officer etc. Eligible candidates can submit their application directly to Madhya Pradesh State Legal Services Authority before 24th June 2021.

Eligibility

  1. Qualification: Should possess a degree in Law
  2. For detailed information, please refer to the official advertisement.
  3. Age Limit: 21 – 35 years

Application Fee

  1. Non-MP Candidates and/or Unreserved: Rs. 922.26/-
  2. Reserved (Only MP Candidates) and/or Physically Disabled: Rs. 722.16/

Vacancies

  • General Category: 7 (2 for Women; 5 for Men)
  • OBC : 2
  • SC : 2
  • ST: 3 (1 for Women; 2 for Men)
  • Number of posts: 17

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Job Post: Procurement Legal Analyst at Infoblox

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About the Company

Infoblox is the leader in cloud-first networking and cybersecurity services. Its solutions empower organizations to take full advantage of the cloud to deliver network experiences that are inherently simple, scalable and reliable for everyone, while maximizing existing infrastructure investments.

Available on-premises and through SaaS, the Infoblox BloxOne® and NIOS platforms enable ops teams to automate, standardize and accelerate the delivery of cloud-native and data center network and security services all from one place. Infoblox customers are among the largest enterprises in the world and include 70% of the Fortune 500.

Already a successful Infoblox customer? Want to easily earn free and valuable benefits including Infoblox Training and Professional Services? Email voc@infoblox.com to join the Infoblox Voice of the Customer Program today.

About the job

Description

It’s an exciting time to be at Infoblox. Named a Top 25 Cyber Security Company by The Software Report and one of Inc. magazine’s Best Workplaces for 2020, Infoblox is the leader in cloud-first networking and security services. Our solutions empower organizations to take full advantage of the cloud to deliver network experiences that are inherently simple, scalable, and reliable for everyone. Infoblox customers are among the largest enterprises in the world and include 70% of the Fortune 500, and our success depends on bright, energetic, talented people who share a passion for building the next generation of networking technologies and having fun along the way.

We are looking for a Senior Procurement Legal Analyst to join our Procurement team in Bangalore, reporting to the senior manager of Strategic Sourcing. In this role, you will review and advise on various legal matters related to vendor contracts, support the procurement team with legal clauses to help enable contract negotiations, and work closely with our EMEA and U.S. legal teams. As a part of an agile, experienced group of in-house procurement professionals, you will proactively assess legal risks with vendor contracts and advise on an appropriate fix. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a strong, growing, successful, and innovative organization. Infoblox allows you to thrive in a unique work environment where the emphasis is on career growth, excellence, innovation, and collaboration.

You’re the ideal candidate if you are a great collaborator and strategic thinker who is driven to collaborate across teams operates independently and is deadline- and results-driven. You have a can-do attitude, polished communication skills, and are a self-starter, and if you can also handle competing priorities, that’s a plus.

What You’ll Do

  • Review, redline, manage and negotiate vendor contracts across all procurement categories
  • Respond promptly to vendor contract requests from IT, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Finance, Products, Business Development, Human Resources, and other internal clients, summarizing and communicating legal concepts that business people can implement
  • Collaborate with Infosec team and evaluate the requirement of Infosec compliance and DPA with vendors
  • Be exposed to a variety of areas within global procurement activities, with a primary focus on commercial and administrative law and process to identify and mitigate vendor contract risks
  • Review all legal documents (NDA, MSA, consulting agreements, SOW, Order Forms, etc.) using your understanding of user/business requirements
  • Document legal files and contracts in our contract repository tool
  • Work with corporate legal team to draft, review, and negotiate various agreements
  • Ensure procurement policy compliance
  • Support strategic sourcing initiatives

What You’ll Bring

  • 5+ years of relevant work experience reviewing and negotiating vendor contracts globally
  • Background in drafting and negotiating service agreements, software license agreements, and DPA
  • Expertise in GDPR, India data protection law, and other international data protection and privacy regulations
  • Organizational skills and the ability to manage several simultaneous projects under deadline pressure
  • LLB degree or equivalent degree
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are required, and a passion for providing outstanding customer service is desirable
  • In-depth knowledge of primarily North American and Indian local, state, and federal laws is required
  • Proficiency in MS Office skills—MS Excel, PowerPoint
  • Knowledge of the global supply base and market dynamics a plus

What Success Looks Like

  • After six months, you will…
    • Develop a strong understanding of Infoblox’s business model and procurement operating categories
    • Build a cross-functional relationship with all stakeholders
    • Focus negotiations on the most critical aspects of Infoblox’s objectives and ownership of reviewing and negotiating vendor contracts
  • After about a year, you will…
    • Be supporting, interacting with, and helping shape and implement the business objectives of your cross-functional partners
    • Become an expert on Infoblox’s contracting model and vendor engagement
    • Establish yourself as a trusted partner and advisor to your cross-functional peers
    • Supporting strategic sourcing initiatives

We’ve Got You Covered

Our holistic benefits package includes coverage of your health, wealth, and wellness—as well as a great work environment, employee programs, and company culture. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including industry best insurance benefits and generous paid time off to help you balance your life. We have a strong culture and live our values every day—we believe in transparency, curiosity, respect, and above all, having fun while delighting our customers.

Speaking of a great work environment, here are just a few of the perks you may enjoy, depending on your location…

  • Delicious and healthy snacks and beverages
  • Electric vehicle charging stations
  • A courtyard and amenities like an onsite gym, table tennis, pool table, play area, etc.
  • Newly remodeled offices with state-of-the-art amenities

Why Infoblox?

We’ve created a culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion and rewards innovation, curiosity, and creativity. We achieve remarkable results by working together in a supportive environment that focuses on continuous learning and embraces change. So, whether you’re a software engineer, marketing manager, customer care pro, or product specialist, you belong here, where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your career. Check out what it’s like to be a Bloxer. We think you’ll be excited to join our team.

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