As the definition of the word says, defamation is hurt to a person’s reputation caused by a false statement. A man’s reputation is recognized as his property, and anyone who causes property damage is liable under the law; similarly, anyone who harms a person’s reputation is equally liable under the law. According to Black’s LawRead More
The article below endeavours to explain the legal framework of immigration in India and touches upon the sociological perspectives affecting immigrants. Introduction: Migration is a cross-cultural phenomenon that contributes to human livelihood. The concept of immigration and migration is not a recent development. Since the olden days, people have been travelling from one location toRead More
{This article is written by Prashant Prasad, a second-year law student from University Law College. This article intends to describe the role of parliamentary privileges in safeguarding the interest of members of the house.} Introduction The Parliament holds one vital position in a country and is responsible for the legislation of laws. It’s a placeRead More
Introduction Through the judicial system or legal framework, the law is tasked with punishing those who facilitate the commission of a crime and those who commit the crime. The entire process involves several procedures, from filing a complaint to passing a judgement in a court of law. Each of these procedures involves a myriad ofRead More
Introduction Recording events during a nation’s history is crucial in analyzing the circumstances and enforcing appropriate legislation. It enables lawmakers to grasp the current needs of society, based on which they can draft applicable laws and rules. Crime is a result of a complex combination of many volatile variables. By using the sciences of criminologyRead More
This article provides the readers with an insight into the Gains of Hindu Learning Act of 1930 by analyzing the act in detail, pointing out the loopholes, and providing suggestions. Introduction Hindu law is known for its existence from ancient sources and scripts written by scholars. These sources have originated centuries back, and the soulRead More
This article provides readers with an insight into the concept of the Right to Equality in India and the United States, how the provisions in both countries are applied, and the significant differences in both views. Introduction India and USA are two countries that share many similarities. Both countries are affluent in their diversified cultureRead More
Case Citation 1981 SCR (2) 408, 1981 SCC (1) 627 Bench Bhagwati, P.N. Decided on 19/12/1980 Relevant Act/Section/Article Articles 21 & 22 of the Constitution of India, 1950, Sections 50, 56, 57,167, etc. of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. Introduction With about 70% of the country’s population living below the poverty line and perhapsRead More
Introduction Criminal procedural law, in general, kick starts with the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) by the complainant, with the police having jurisdiction over the place of the offence. As opposed to the civil procedure wherein there is no involvement of this institution of police, in criminal law jurisprudence, they do not justRead More
Introduction and Historical Evolution Offences, in general, and crimes, in particular, are characterized into various subgroups (under different chapters) by the Indian Penal Code, 1860, based on the nature of the offence, such as offences affecting the human body, offences against property, offences affecting public health and safety, and so on. Moreover, persons from variedRead More