Introduction The term “jurisprudence” comes from the Latin word “juris-prudentia,” which translates to “knowledge of law” in its broadest sense[1]. Specifically, “juris” means law and “prudentia” means skill or knowledge[2]. Therefore, jurisprudence…
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Registration of Trade Unions: Rights, Liabilities, and Immunities of Registered Trade Unions
Introduction The Industrial Relations Code, 2020 is a significant piece of legislation in India that consolidates and amends the laws relating to trade unions, conditions of employment in industrial establishments, and the…
Right, Lability and Calculation of Wages in Employee Compensation Act 1923
1. Introduction to Employee Compensation The Employee’s Compensation Act, 1923, is a significant social welfare legislation designed to protect workers engaged in industrial, physical, or hazardous occupations[1]. By establishing a legal framework,…
Examination of Witness & Its Types in Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
Introduction The examination of witnesses is a cornerstone of the judicial process, ensuring the integrity and fairness of trials. The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023, has introduced refined provisions to address contemporary challenges…
Income from Salary: Exploring Tax Mechanisms and Their Evolution in India
Introduction to Taxation Law Taxation is a fundamental pillar of governance, serving as the backbone of any government’s revenue system and enabling it to fulfil its obligations toward the welfare and development…
Competency to Contract under the Indian Contract Act, 1872: A Legal Analysis
Introduction The Indian Contract Act, 1872, governs the formation and execution of contracts in India. One of its essential principles is that a contract must be entered into by parties who are…
REFORMING ELECTION LAWS IN INDIA; ENSURING FAIRNESS, TRANSPARENCY AND INCLUSIVITY BY Monica R
ABSTRACT India’s electoral laws are unique among other countries. Post independence era steps are taken to ensure that elections are fair, transparent and inclusive. Indian electoral system in that time faces problems…
JUDICIAL ACTIVISM vs. JUDICIAL RESTRAINT: AN ANALYSIS OF LANDMARK SUPREME COURT JUDGMENTS – Authored By Ritika Srivastava
The judiciary is essential in India because it look into the legality, application, and interpretation of laws. It is anticipated that the legal system would function to uphold the rights of every person while also administering justice that is impartial and just. It is difficult to administer justice in India because of the country’s dynamic socioeconomic and political environment, which leads to demands from the populace for a change in the judiciary’s duties and performance; this instance, judicial restraint and activity intersect.
VICTIM – CENTRIC REFORMS IN INDIAN CRIMINAL LAW: ENHANCING SUPPORT AND PROTECTION FR VICTIMS – Authored by Srimathi S
The introduction of new Criminal laws in India ( Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita) has been a debate about its necessity. At this very outset, the notable fact is that these amendments led to a paradigm shift in the criminal justice system from perpetrator-centric to victim-centric. Fundamentally, every crime has great physical, mental, and psychological impacts on the victims.
TRANSPARENT BALLOTS, ACCESSIBLE VOICES: ROLE OF TECHNOLOGY IN FAIR ELECTIONS
The principles of accountability and transparency stand as indispensable safeguards to ensure the integrity of governmental actions and uphold the public trust in a democratic governance. Elected representatives derive their authority from the electorate, implying a reciprocal obligation to act in the public’s best interests and serve as custodians of communal welfare.