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Analysis of Section 13(3A) of the SARFAESI Act, 2002

Date: May 1, 2024

The Procedural Mandate of Section 13(3A) of the SARFAESI Act, 2002: A Judicial Exposition on Borrower's Right to Representation Introduction The Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets...

Revisional Powers of the High Court in India

Date: May 1, 2024

Revisional Powers of the High Court in India: A Scholarly Analysis I. Introduction Revisional jurisdiction is a critical facet of the judicial architecture in India, empowering High Courts to...

Analysis of Order XXXVII Rule 3(5) CPC

Date: Apr 30, 2024

An Analytical Study of Order XXXVII Rule 3(5) of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908: Principles Governing Leave to Defend in Summary Suits in India Introduction Order XXXVII of the Code of Civil...

Stamp Duty on Debentures in India: Constitutional Allocation, Statutory Framework and Jurisprudential Developments

Date: Apr 30, 2024

Stamp Duty on Debentures in India: Constitutional Allocation, Statutory Framework and Jurisprudential Developments 1. Introduction Debentures constitute a principal mode of corporate borrowing in...

Analysis of Order XXIV Rule 1 CPC

Date: Apr 30, 2024

The Scope and Application of Order XXIV Rule 1 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908: A Legal Analysis Introduction Order XXIV of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC) provides a mechanism for...

Analysis of Section 86 IPC

Date: Apr 30, 2024

Navigating Intoxication and Criminal Culpability: An Analysis of Section 86 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 I. Introduction Section 86 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) occupies a critical position...

Order XXXVII of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 – A Jurisprudential and Procedural Analysis

Date: Apr 30, 2024

Order XXXVII of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 – A Jurisprudential and Procedural Analysis 1. Introduction Order XXXVII of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC) creates a special, expedited...

Non-Conforming Areas in Indian Urban Planning Jurisprudence: Legal Framework, Judicial Control, and Policy Challenges

Date: Apr 30, 2024

Non-Conforming Areas in Indian Urban Planning Jurisprudence: Legal Framework, Judicial Control, and Policy Challenges Introduction Rapid urbanisation has strained Indian cities, compelling courts and...

The Jurisprudence of Lease Termination in India: A Scholarly Analysis

Date: Apr 29, 2024

The Jurisprudence of Lease Termination in India: A Scholarly Analysis of Statutory Frameworks and Judicial Precedents Introduction The termination of a lease agreement is a critical juncture in...

Compounding of Offences under Section 320(2) Cr.P.C.: Judicial Interpretation and Interplay with Inherent Powers

Date: Apr 26, 2024

Compounding of Offences under Section 320(2) Cr.P.C.: Judicial Interpretation and Interplay with Inherent Powers 1. Introduction Section 320 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (“Cr.P.C.”)...

Analysis of Customs House Agents Licensing Regulations, 1965

Date: Apr 26, 2024

An Analytical Study of the Customs House Agents Licensing Regulations, 1965 in India Introduction Customs House Agents (CHAs), now known as Customs Brokers, play a pivotal role in the facilitation of...

An Examination of the Hyderabad Atiyat Enquiries Act, 1952

Date: Apr 26, 2024

An Examination of the Hyderabad Atiyat Enquiries Act, 1952: Legislative Framework, Judicial Scrutiny, and Enduring Implications Introduction The Hyderabad Atiyat Enquiries Act, 1952 (hereinafter...

Criminal Conspiracy under Section 120B IPC

Date: Apr 26, 2024

An Exposition of Criminal Conspiracy under Section 120B of the Indian Penal Code: A Judicial and Statutory Analysis Introduction The offence of criminal conspiracy, as defined under Section 120A and...

The Ambit of 'Legally Enforceable Debt' under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881

Date: Apr 26, 2024

The Ambit of "Legally Enforceable Debt" under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881: A Juridical Analysis Introduction Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 ("NI Act")...

Order XXXIX Rule 11 CPC – Enforcement of Interim Mandates through Striking-Out Powers

Date: Apr 26, 2024

Order XXXIX Rule 11 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908: Jurisdiction, Discretion and Due Process in Enforcing Interim Orders 1. Introduction Order XXXIX Rule 11 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908...

The Interest on Delayed Payments to Small Scale and Ancillary Industrial Undertakings Act, 1993: A Legal Analysis

Date: Apr 25, 2024

A Scholarly Analysis of The Interest on Delayed Payments to Small Scale and Ancillary Industrial Undertakings Act, 1993 Introduction The Interest on Delayed Payments to Small Scale and Ancillary...

Legal Analysis of Violations of Temporary Injunctions in India

Date: Apr 25, 2024

Legal Analysis of Violations of Temporary Injunctions in India: Remedies and Repercussions Introduction Temporary injunctions are a cornerstone of civil litigation in India, serving as a vital...

Article on Section 154(5) of the Electricity Act, 2003

Date: Apr 25, 2024

The Adjudicatory Role of Special Courts under Section 154(5) of the Electricity Act, 2003: Determining Civil Liability in Electricity Theft Cases Introduction The Electricity Act, 2003 (hereinafter...

School Committee and Appointment in India

Date: Apr 24, 2024

The Role and Authority of School Committees in Appointments within Indian Educational Institutions: A Legal Analysis Introduction The governance of educational institutions in India involves a...

The Jurisprudence of Post Facto Permission in Indian Law

Date: Apr 24, 2024

The Evolving Jurisprudence of Post Facto Permission in Indian Law: A Critical Analysis Introduction The concept of post facto permission, or the granting of approval for an act already undertaken...