INTRODUCTION Previously only the affected parties had the locus standi (standing required in law) to file a case and continue the litigation and the non- affected persons had no locus standi to do so. But now only the victim doesn’t need to file a complaint in the court. There are Read more…
Introduction The word “Forensic” has been derived from the Latin word a “Forensis”, implying: “belonging to the market place or forum”. The term Forensic Science means the application of the knowledge of science for law and justice. The term includes the application of all sciences such as physics, chemistry, and Read more…
According to the United Nations, “Human rights are rights inherent to all human beings, regardless of race, sex, nationality, ethnicity, language, religion, or any other status”. In India, the National Human Rights Commission is responsible for the protection and promotion of human rights. The Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993 Read more…
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) primarily underscored ‘human dignity’ in the human rights discourse. These rights are inherent in all human beings and cannot be taken away without a fair and reasonable procedure by the State. Article 21 of the Indian constitution is an umbrella of various inalienable Read more…
The Latin word obiter dicta means “things said by way,” and is often used in law to refer to unwanted opinions or words made by a judge. In a legal decision, made by a high court, the actual decision becomes a binding precedent. When making a judgment opinion the text Read more…
“Assault ” and “battery” are lawful terms that depict certain lead that can offer ascent to both common and criminal risk. In this article, we’ll investigate the meanings of ” Assault ” and “battery” (alongside certain models), just as the interchange between the common and criminal court forms with regards Read more…
Freedom of the press is a precious privilege that no country can forgo. Mahatma Gandhi. Freedom of press is like the freedom of communication and expression on wheels which can be done through electronic media and publications. While, the press should be free from all the laws and regulations which Read more…
A man’s reputation is property more valuable than other property. Every man has the right to protection of his reputation. Injury to one’s reputation has been termed as defamation. Definition of Defamation According to Dr Winfield, “Defamation is the publication of a statement which tends to lower a person in Read more…
INTRODUCTION Law is the set of principles of what is right and what is wrong as per the society; the developing societies from time to time are developing laws, so as to define the difference between the right and the wrong. It was Sir Edward Coke back in 17th century Read more…
This judgment is notable for it being long-drawn. And it was in drive with a lot of emotions and religious sentiments coming into play; with episodes where any bit of coherence was almost impossible to find. This movement attained momentum with the concept of Ram Janma bhoomi at the forefront; Read more…
INTRODUCTION Public Interest litigation is a petition filed by the individual, group of Citizen or non-government organization. It is to get justice on a problem which has broader public interest. It is mainly applicable to the citizen of the country. As defined in the Black’s Law Dictionary, Public Interest Litigation Read more…
The birth of law and the role of custom Indian Courts face frequent confrontation and discussion upon the matter concerning the relevance of custom’s as a source of law in India. This includes the question of whether relevancy lies or not in respect to the dynamic, flexible and uplifting nation Read more…