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An Analytical Exposition of the Himachal Pradesh Court Fees Act, 1968

Date: Mar 10, 2021

An Analytical Exposition of the Himachal Pradesh Court Fees Act, 1968: Principles, Interpretation, and Judicial Scrutiny Introduction The Himachal Pradesh Court Fees Act, 1968 (hereinafter "the Act")...

Revisiting Section 9-A of the Code of Civil Procedure: A Jurisdictional Odyssey in Maharashtra

Date: Mar 8, 2021

Revisiting Section 9-A of the Code of Civil Procedure: A Jurisdictional Odyssey in Maharashtra 1. Introduction Section 9-A of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (“CPC”)—a creation of the Maharashtra...

Legal Analysis of the Bihar Kendu Leaves (Control of Trade) Act, 1973

Date: Mar 5, 2021

State Monopoly and Commercial Regulation: A Legal Analysis of the Bihar Kendu Leaves (Control of Trade) Act, 1973 I. Introduction The Bihar Kendu Leaves (Control of Trade) Act, 1973 (hereinafter "the...

The Indian Easements Act, 1882: Contemporary Doctrine, Statutory Nuance, and Jurisprudential Trajectories

Date: Mar 3, 2021

The Indian Easements Act, 1882: Contemporary Doctrine, Statutory Nuance, and Jurisprudential Trajectories 1. Introduction Enacted during the late‐colonial codification movement, the Indian Easements...

Navigating the Path: A Juridical Analysis of the Right of Way Easement in Indian Law

Date: Mar 3, 2021

Navigating the Path: A Juridical Analysis of the Right of Way Easement in Indian Law Introduction The right of easement is a cornerstone of property law, facilitating the beneficial enjoyment of land...

Double Taxation of Income in India

Date: Mar 2, 2021

Navigating the Labyrinth of Double Taxation of Income in India: Principles, Treaties, and Judicial Interpretations Introduction The levy of income tax on the same income more than once, commonly...

Deposit for Safe Custody under Indian Law: Doctrinal Foundations, Statutory Framework, and Judicial Trajectory

Date: Feb 19, 2021

Deposit for Safe Custody under Indian Law: Doctrinal Foundations, Statutory Framework, and Judicial Trajectory 1. Introduction The expression “deposit for safe custody” occupies an important yet...

Section 18 of the Trade Unions Act, 1926: Scope of Immunity and Contemporary Judicial Interpretation

Date: Feb 11, 2021

Section 18 of the Trade Unions Act, 1926: Scope of Immunity and Contemporary Judicial Interpretation Introduction Enacted during the colonial period, the Trade Unions Act, 1926 ( “TU Act” ) sought to...

Analysis of the Calcutta High Court (Original Side) Rules

Date: Feb 11, 2021

A Scholarly Analysis of the Calcutta High Court (Original Side) Rules: Framework, Application, and Judicial Interpretation Introduction The High Court at Calcutta, one of the three Chartered High...

Roster Points and Reservation in India: Constitutional Mandate, Judicial Evolution, and Contemporary Challenges

Date: Feb 10, 2021

Roster Points and Reservation in India: Constitutional Mandate, Judicial Evolution, and Contemporary Challenges Introduction The Indian reservation regime relies upon two inter-connected devices: the...

“Full Wages Last Drawn” under Section 17-B of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947: A Doctrinal and Jurisprudential Analysis

Date: Feb 1, 2021

“Full Wages Last Drawn” under Section 17-B of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947: A Doctrinal and Jurisprudential Analysis 1. Introduction Section 17-B of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 (“ID Act”)...

Deemed Voluntary Retirement in Indian Service Jurisprudence

Date: Jan 22, 2021

Deemed Voluntary Retirement in Indian Service Jurisprudence: A Critical Analysis Introduction The concept of "deemed voluntary retirement" is a significant feature within Indian service...

Analysis of Section 46, Indian Contract Act, 1872

Date: Jan 22, 2021

The Doctrine of "Reasonable Time" for Performance: An Analysis of Section 46 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872 Introduction The Indian Contract Act, 1872 ("ICA"), forms the bedrock of contractual...

The Imports and Exports (Control) Act, 1947: A Scholarly Analysis

Date: Jan 22, 2021

The Imports and Exports (Control) Act, 1947: A Comprehensive Legal Analysis of India's Post-Independence Trade Regulation Framework Introduction The Imports and Exports (Control) Act, 1947...

The Jurisprudence of Voluntary Retirement Notice Periods in Indian Service Law

Date: Jan 21, 2021

The Jurisprudence of Voluntary Retirement Notice Periods in Indian Service Law: An Analytical Review Introduction The process of voluntary retirement from service in India is a complex interplay of...

Analysis of Minor Minerals (Concession) Rules, 1963 in India

Date: Jan 12, 2021

The Legal Framework of Minor Mineral Concessions in India: An Analysis of State Rules with Emphasis on the 1963 Regime Introduction Minor minerals, while distinct from major minerals, play a crucial...

Analysis of the Andhra Pradesh Panchayat Raj Act, 1994

Date: Jan 12, 2021

The Andhra Pradesh Panchayat Raj Act, 1994: A Legal Analysis of its Framework, Implementation, and Judicial Scrutiny Introduction The Andhra Pradesh Panchayat Raj Act, 1994 (hereinafter referred to...

The Uttar Pradesh Regulation of Money-Lending Act, 1976: A Comprehensive Legal Analysis

Date: Jan 5, 2021

The Uttar Pradesh Regulation of Money-Lending Act, 1976: A Comprehensive Legal Analysis Introduction The Uttar Pradesh Regulation of Money-Lending Act, 1976 (hereinafter referred to as "the U.P. Act,...

The Object Clause in the Memorandum of Association: A Cornerstone of Indian Company Law

Date: Jan 4, 2021

The Object Clause in the Memorandum of Association: A Cornerstone of Indian Company Law Introduction The Memorandum of Association (MoA) stands as the foundational document of a company incorporated...

Bail During Pending Appeal in India

Date: Dec 17, 2020

Suspension of Sentence and Grant of Bail Pending Appeal in India: A Comprehensive Juridical Analysis Introduction The administration of criminal justice in India, while ensuring that the guilty are...