Is It Legal for a Landlord to Disconnect Your Electricity or Lock You Out Over Rent Disputes?
ABSTRACT The practice of landlords disconnecting electricity or changing locks to coerce tenants into vacating premises during rent disputes describes a fundamental challenge to the rule of law and constitutional governance in India. This paper examines the legality of such “self-help” eviction tactics, arguing that they constitute a clear violation of constitutional guarantees, statutory protections, […]
What are the legal boundaries of the ‘Right to be Forgotten’ for expunging past criminal records online?
Abstract In the digital age, information published on the internet often remains permanently accessible, creating significant challenges for individuals seeking rehabilitation after involvement with the criminal justice system. Search engines, online news portals, and legal databases continue to display criminal records long after acquittal, completion of sentence, or closure of proceedings, thereby affecting employment opportunities, […]
The Evolving Scope of Article 300A and Eminent Domain After the 2024 Supreme Court Judgments: Fair Compensation, Administrative Due Process, and the Right to Property
Introduction Few constitutional questions illustrate the tension between individual liberty and collective welfare as vividly as the State’s power to acquire private property. Land acquisition has historically occupied a central place in India’s developmental journey, enabling the construction of highways, railways, industrial corridors, hospitals, educational institutions, defence infrastructure, and urban redevelopment projects. At the same […]
The Power and Adjudicatory Structure of the Data Protection Board of India (DPBI): Investigating Procedural
The Power and Adjudicatory Structure of the Data Protection Board of India (DPBI): Investigating Procedural Abstract The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) marks a significant step in India’s journey towards protecting informational privacy in the digital age. At the heart of this framework lies the Data Protection Board of India (DPBI), the […]
THE LIABILITY VACUUM IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF ACCOUNTABILITY FRAMEWORKS WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO INDIA
THE LIABILITY VACUUM IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF ACCOUNTABILITY FRAMEWORKS WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO INDIA ABSTRACT : Artificial intelligence systems have shattered the foundational assumption on which liability law rests: that identifiable human agency lies at the proximate end of every harmful act. As autonomous systems make consequential decisions through processes that are […]
From Article 21 to a Dignified Death: The Constitutional Legacy of the Common Cause Judgment
Constitutional Right to Die with. Dignity Abstract Euthanasia, derived from the Greek eu (good) and thanatos (death), refers to the deliberate ending of a person’s life in order to relieve intractable suffering. It is conventionally classified along two axes: the mode of causation, distinguishing active euthanasia, where a positive act directly brings about death, from […]
How to File a Writ Petition under Article 226 in the High Court for Enforcement of Fundamental Right of Freedom of Speech
Abstract: Article 226 of The Bharatiya Samvidhan is a provision which gives every citizen of the country the right to approach the High Court for the protection of his rights conferred by Part III and for any other purpose. The High Court can step in and set things right. e.g. the right to freedom of […]
Contempt of court in India:What Happens when someone misbehaves before a Judge?
CONTEMPT OF COURT IN INDIA:WHAT HAPPENS WHEN SOMEONE MISBEHAVES BEFORE A JUDGE? Abstract The law of contempt of court plays a vital role in preserving the dignity, authority, and effective functioning of the judiciary in India. It ensures that judicial proceedings are conducted without obstruction and that public confidence in the administration of justice […]
PROTECTING CHILDREN IN THE AGE OF SOCIAL MEDIA ALGORITHMS: IS INDIA READY FOR A DIGITAL SAFETY LAW?
IntroductionThe rapid growth of social media has transformed the way children learn, communicate, and interact with the world. Platforms such as Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and Facebook have become an important part of their daily lives. While these platforms provide opportunities for education, creativity, and social connection, they also expose children to new forms of digital […]
DIGITAL GUARDIANS: A Parent’s Legal Guide to Protecting Your Child’s Digital Footprint under India’s DPDP Rules
DIGITAL GUARDIANS: A Parent’s Legal Guide to Protecting Your Child’s Digital Footprint under India’s DPDP Rules By: Aafreen Kamil Core Legal Domain: Digital Privacy Rights Core Statutory Reference: Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 & DPDP Rules, 2025 Part 1: Introduction In today’s modern era, where a child’s digital footprint is created much before […]