Criminology… Capital Punishment in India: Time for Reform? 22/02/2025 Reforming the Death Penalty in India: A Need for Change? ๐ Introduction: The Debate on Capital Punishment The death penalty has been one of the most controversial forms of punishment…
Jurisprudence… Understanding Legal Realism in Judicial Decision-Making 15/02/2025 ๐ข Introduction: Unveiling Judicial Decision-Making Legal realism is a school of jurisprudence asserting that judicial decisions stem from social, economic, and psychological factors rather than rigid legal doctrines. Developed in…
Evidence Law… The Evolution of Evidence: Relevancy vs Admissibility 14/02/202514/02/2025 In legal proceedings, the strength of a case hinges on evidence quality. Two vital concepts - relevancy and admissibility - determine if evidence can influence judicial outcomes. Let's delve into…
Law Doctrine of Separation of Powers: A Cornerstone of Democratic Governance 14/02/202514/02/2025 The doctrine of separation of powers (Latin: Trias Politica) is a foundational principle ensuring checks and balances within a democracy. Rooted in Montesquieuโs The Spirit of the Laws (1748), this…
#tribunal… ๐ Can Tribunals Replace High Courts? โ L. Chandra Kumar v. Union of India (1997) 13/02/202513/02/2025 ๐ Introduction The L. Chandra Kumar v. Union of India (1997) case is a significant judgment by the Supreme Court that reshaped the role of tribunals and reaffirmed the supremacy…
Family Law… Naveen Kohli Case: A Landmark Reform in Indian Divorce Laws 13/02/202513/02/2025 ๐ Introduction Divorce laws in India have long been rooted in traditional legal frameworks, often requiring fault-based grounds to grant separation. However, the Naveen Kohli v. Neelu Kohli (2006) case…
International Law… The Lotus Case: A Turning Point in International Law 12/02/202513/02/2025 Introduction ๐ In the realm of international law, few cases have left as lasting an impact as the Lotus Case (France v. Turkey, 1927). This landmark decision by the Permanent…
Administrative Law… Shankari Prasad Case: Transforming Land Rights in India 12/02/202513/02/2025 A Nationโs Struggle for Land Reform ๐พโ๏ธ When India gained independence in 1947, one of the most pressing issues was land distribution. The country was burdened with the zamindari system,…
Human Rights… The USA vs South Africa: Land Reform Controversy Explained 12/02/2025 International relations are shaped by laws, policies, and historical contexts. The recent conflict between South Africa and the United States over land reform is a perfect example. ๐ On one…
Administrative Law… Understanding Preponderance of Probabilities in Disciplinary Cases 11/02/202513/02/2025 In the world of law, we often hear about the high burden of proof required in criminal casesโ"beyond a reasonable doubt." But what happens in disciplinary matters involving employees, government…