Criminology… Why Do People Commit Crimes? Schools of Criminology Explained 20/12/202520/12/2025 Introduction One of the first and most fundamental questions a law student encounters in Criminology is:Why do people commit crimes? Is crime a result of free will, poverty, biology, society,…
Law… Medical Systems Recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC): Allopathy, AYUSH, the Cross-Pathy Debate & Licensing 05/12/202520/12/2025 India has one of the most plural and diverse healthcare systems in the world. Modern scientific medicine (commonly known as Allopathy) exists side-by-side with traditional Indian systems such as Ayurveda,…
Jurisprudence… Understanding Bentham’s Jurisprudence: A Complete Blog & Podcast Series 16/11/202520/12/2025 Jeremy Bentham remains one of the most fascinating and revolutionary thinkers in the history of law. His philosophy of utilitarianism — that the purpose of law is to secure “the…
Environmental Law… Ganga Pollution Case: A Landmark in Environmental Jurisprudence 10/10/202512/10/2025 Introduction The Ganga River, revered as a sacred entity in India, has long been the lifeline for millions. However, with industrialization, urbanization, and religious practices, the river’s sanctity and purity…
BNSS… K. M. Nanavati v. State of Maharashtra: A Turning Point in Indian Criminal Jurisprudence 10/10/202512/10/2025 Introduction Few criminal cases in Indian legal history have intertwined emotion, morality, and law as profoundly as K. M. Nanavati v. State of Maharashtra (AIR 1962 SC 605). Beyond its…
Juvenile Justice… Arnit Das v. State of Bihar (2000): Age Dilemma in Juvenile Justice 08/10/202512/10/2025 🌱 Introduction Imagine a 16-year-old boy accused of a crime. Months later, when the police finally produce him before the court, he has turned 17. Should he still be treated…
Family Law… International Women’s Day: Laws Supporting Gender Equality 16/02/202507/03/2025 🟡 Introduction and Background Every year on 8th March, the world celebrates International Women’s Day (IWD), a day dedicated to honoring the achievements of women and advocating for gender equality.…
Family Law… Gender Disparity in Indian STEM Academia: Barriers, Statistics & Solutions for Women Scientists 05/02/202522/10/2025 India proudly boasts that 40% of students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses are women. This statistic, at first glance, appears promising - a beacon of progress…
Law… How Patent Examination Works in India: Sections 12–20 on FER, Hearings & Amendments 23/12/2025 Introduction Once a patent application is published and a request for examination is filed, the process enters a critical phase - Examination. This stage ensures that only those inventions which…
Law… How Patent Publication & Examination Work in India: Timeline and Legal Milestones 23/12/2025 Introduction In the journey of obtaining a patent in India, timelines and procedural rules play a crucial role. The Indian Patent Act, 1970, and the Patent Rules, 2003, clearly outline…
Law… How to File a Request for Examination in India: Section 11B of the Patent Act 23/12/2025 In the process of obtaining a patent in India, filing an application is only the first step. A patent is not automatically examined once the application is filed. The applicant…
iNTERPRETATION OF STATUTES… Harmonious Construction: Importance in Statutory Interpretation 22/12/202522/12/2025 Introduction In the process of interpreting statutes, courts often face situations where two provisions of the same law appear to conflict with each other. At times, even different statutes seem…
Law… How Patent Applications Are Published in India: A Guide to Section 11A 22/12/202523/12/2025 Introduction Publication of a patent application marks one of the most crucial stages in the patenting process. It transforms the patent application from a confidential submission into a publicly accessible…
Law… How to File a Patent in India: Key Requirements, Documents & Deadlines 22/12/202523/12/2025 In the world of intellectual property, timing is everything. A single day’s delay can determine whether an inventor gets exclusive rights to their innovation or loses it to another applicant.…
Law… How to Draft a Patent Specification in India: Importance, Structure & Legal Impact 22/12/202523/12/2025 In the patent system, the specification is the heart of a patent application. It defines the invention, explains how it works, and sets the boundaries of legal protection that the…
Law… Understanding Sections 7, 9–11B: Ordinary, Convention, and PCT Applications under the Indian Patent Act 22/12/2025 Section 7: Application for Patents (Ordinary Application) Section 7 forms the foundation of the patent application process in India. It states that every patent application must be made in the…
Law… Sections 6-8 of the Indian Patents Act: A Guide to Patent Applications 21/12/202521/12/2025 The Indian Patents Act, 1970 lays down a comprehensive framework for protecting inventions and ensuring that the rights of inventors are recognized. One of the most crucial aspects of the…
Law… Bolam Test & Bolitho Principle: Standards of Medical Negligence in India — The Indian Adoption (Jacob Mathew v. State of Punjab) 20/12/202520/12/2025 Introduction When courts decide whether a doctor was negligent, they usually compare the doctor’s conduct with the standard expected of a reasonably competent medical practitioner. Two leading UK authorities shaped…
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