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Remuneration of Advocate Commissioners under Indian Civil Procedure

Date: Dec 2, 2021

Remuneration of Advocate Commissioners under Indian Civil Procedure: Doctrinal Foundations, Judicial Trends, and Normative Guidelines 1. Introduction The institution of an Advocate Commissioner...

Analysis of Section 332 IPC

Date: Nov 30, 2021

Voluntarily Causing Hurt to Deter Public Servant: An Analysis of Section 332 of the Indian Penal Code Introduction Section 332 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) is a critical provision designed to...

Voluntarily Causing Hurt to Deter Public Servant: A Jurisprudential Analysis of Section 332, Indian Penal Code

Date: Nov 30, 2021

Voluntarily Causing Hurt to Deter Public Servant: A Jurisprudential Analysis of Section 332, Indian Penal Code 1. Introduction Section 332 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (“IPC”) criminalises the...

Endorsement in Promissory Notes under Indian Law: Statutory Framework, Judicial Elaboration, and Practical Implications

Date: Nov 25, 2021

Endorsement in Promissory Notes under Indian Law: Statutory Framework, Judicial Elaboration, and Practical Implications Introduction Endorsement is the juridical act by which a holder of a negotiable...

Non-Acceptance of Joining Reports in Indian Service Jurisprudence

Date: Nov 23, 2021

The Non-Acceptance of Joining Reports in Indian Service Jurisprudence: A Legal Analysis Introduction The act of submitting a joining report signifies an individual's readiness to commence or resume...

Administration De Bonis Non in Indian Succession Law: Doctrinal Evolution and Contemporary Jurisprudence

Date: Nov 17, 2021

Administration De Bonis Non in Indian Succession Law: Doctrinal Evolution and Contemporary Jurisprudence 1. Introduction The Latin expression administratio de bonis non administratis—commonly...

Reforming the Carceral Treatment of Mentally Ill Prisoners in India: Constitutional Mandates, Statutory Framework, and Judicial Oversight

Date: Nov 16, 2021

Reforming the Carceral Treatment of Mentally Ill Prisoners in India: Constitutional Mandates, Statutory Framework, and Judicial Oversight Introduction The plight of mentally ill prisoners occupies a...

Unliquidated Damages in Indian Contract Law

Date: Nov 13, 2021

Unliquidated Damages in Indian Contract Law: Principles of Assessment and Adjudication Introduction In the realm of contract law, a breach of contractual obligations by one party typically entitles...

Penalties under Section 271(1)(c) of the Income-tax Act, 1961: Evolving Jurisprudence and Contemporary Challenges

Date: Nov 12, 2021

Penalties under Section 271(1)(c) of the Income-tax Act, 1961: Evolving Jurisprudence and Contemporary Challenges 1. Introduction Section 271(1)(c) of the Income-tax Act, 1961 (“the Act”) is the...

Without Application of Mind: Judicial Scrutiny of Mechanical Decision-Making in Indian Law

Date: Nov 1, 2021

Without Application of Mind: Judicial Scrutiny of Mechanical Decision-Making in Indian Law 1. Introduction “Application of mind” is the fulcrum on which the legitimacy of administrative,...

Minority Aided Schools in India: Rights, Regulations, and State Aid

Date: Oct 29, 2021

Minority Aided Schools in India: Navigating Rights, Regulations, and State Aid Introduction Minority aided schools in India occupy a unique position within the nation's educational landscape. These...

Section 397 IPC – Contemporary Indian Jurisprudence on the Aggravated Punishment for Robbery and Dacoity

Date: Oct 28, 2021

Section 397 IPC – Contemporary Indian Jurisprudence on the Aggravated Punishment for Robbery and Dacoity 1. Introduction Section 397 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (“IPC”) prescribes a mandatory...

Commissions of Inquiry (Central) Rules, 1972 – A Critical Analysis

Date: Oct 28, 2021

Commissions of Inquiry (Central) Rules, 1972: Doctrinal Foundations, Judicial Elucidation, and Contemporary Challenges 1. Introduction The Commissions of Inquiry Act, 1952 (hereinafter “the 1952...

The Doctrine of State Privilege under Section 123 of the Indian Evidence Act: A Judicial Exposition

Date: Oct 25, 2021

The Doctrine of State Privilege under Section 123 of the Indian Evidence Act: A Judicial Exposition Introduction Section 123 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, codifies the doctrine of state...

The Concept of 'Plaintiff Non Suited' in Indian Civil Procedure

Date: Oct 12, 2021

The Concept of 'Plaintiff Non Suited' in Indian Civil Procedure: Grounds, Consequences, and Judicial Scrutiny Introduction In the adversarial system of justice prevalent in India, the onus is...

Inherent Powers of Tribunals in India

Date: Oct 7, 2021

The Evolving Landscape of Inherent Powers of Tribunals in India: A Juridical Exposition Introduction The proliferation of tribunals in India marks a significant shift in the administration of...

The Delhi Shops and Establishments Act, 1954: A Comprehensive Analysis

Date: Oct 5, 2021

An Analytical Overview of the Delhi Shops and Establishments Act, 1954: Scope, Provisions, and Judicial Interpretation Introduction The Delhi Shops and Establishments Act, 1954 (hereinafter "DSEA" or...

Revisiting the Equal Remuneration Act, 1976: Jurisprudential Evolution and Contemporary Challenges

Date: Sep 30, 2021

Revisiting the Equal Remuneration Act, 1976: Jurisprudential Evolution and Contemporary Challenges 1. Introduction The Equal Remuneration Act, 1976 (“ER Act”) constitutes the principal statutory...

Amendment to Recruitment Rules in India: A Legal Analysis

Date: Sep 30, 2021

Navigating Change: An Analysis of Amendments to Recruitment Rules in Indian Public Employment Introduction Recruitment rules form the bedrock of public employment in India, ensuring transparency,...

The Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) in India: A Legal and Prudential Analysis

Date: Sep 9, 2021

The Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) in India: A Legal and Prudential Analysis I. Introduction The Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) is a cornerstone of banking regulation in India, serving as a...

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