Gender Neutrality in Criminal Laws: A Critical Analysis of the New Criminal Law Framework
Gender Neutrality in Criminal Laws: A Critical Analysis of the New Criminal Law Framework Abstract The passage into law of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 marks major changes to India’s criminal justice process. Nevertheless, these amendments have rekindled the discussions regarding the issue of gender-neutrality in […]
Paper Leak in India: Legal and Policy Challenges in Safeguarding the Integrity of Public Examinations
Paper Leak in India: Legal and Policy Challenges in Safeguarding the Integrity of Public Examinations Abstract Public exams are of vital importance when it comes to educational and professional prospects of millions of Indians[i]. On the other hand, the occurrence of paper leaks in competitive or recruitment exams is becoming a significant challenge for the […]
Legal Status of Live-in Relationships in Small Town India: Between Constitutional Freedom and Social Reality
Legal Status of Live-in Relationships in Small Town India: Between Constitutional Freedom and Social Reality Introduction There is a clear increase in the number of live-in couples in the Indian society recently. The practice of living in has been accepted in many major cities of India such as Mumbai, Delhi, and Bangalore. But, the outlook […]
What are the rights of an individual under the DPDP Act, 2023 to request a company to delete their personal data?
Author: Aditya Sharma Abstract The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) marks a watershed moment in India’s journey toward a comprehensive data protection framework. Among its most significant provisions is the right granted to Data Principals to request the erasure of their personal data. This article provides a detailed examination of the statutory […]
REGULATORY FAILURE AND STUDENT SAFETY IN INDIA’S PRIVATE COACHING INDUSTRY: A LEGAL ANALYSIS
Abstract The private coaching sector in India, generates more than ₹58,000 crores each year in revenue, which has an enrollment of more than 71 million students. Currently, the regulatory structures in place are insufficient and incapable of responding adequately. Three avoidable tragedies – the Surat Fire (2019), the Delhi Basement Flood (2024), and the Lucknow […]
Online Defamation in the Age of Social Media: Balancing Reputation and Free Speech in India
Online Defamation in the Age of Social Media: Balancing Reputation and Free Speech in India Introduction With the advent of social media sites, communication among people has undergone a sea change. Sites like Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and YouTube allow the user to share his views with the world at large through an instantaneous […]
Artificial Intelligence in the Indian Judiciary: Balancing Technological Efficiency with Constitutional Values
Artificial Intelligence in the Indian Judiciary: Balancing Technological Efficiency with Constitutional Values ABSTRACT AI has gradually changed the way courts and legal systems across the world operate,[i] helping create court systems that are more effective than ever by enhancing case management and legal research as well providing increased access to justice[ii]. Currently, the Indian judiciary […]
Beyond the Barracks: Unmasking the Silent Struggle for Cohabitation Rights in the Indian Armed Forces
The Indian Armed Forces are built upon discipline, sacrifice, and an unwavering commitment to national service. Yet, behind the uniform lies an often-overlooked human reality the right of military personnel and their spouses to live together and maintain a stable family life. As constitutional jurisprudence increasingly emphasizes dignity, privacy, and personal autonomy, an important question […]
Uniform Civil Code in India: Balancing Equality, Religious Freedom, and Constitutional Morality
UNIFORM CIVIL CODE IN INDIA: BALANCING EQUALITY, RELIGIOUS FREEDOM, AND CONSTITUTIONAL MORALITY:- Name: Nirukti Kumari E- mail: niruktikumari@gmail.com Abstract: The Uniform Civil Code (UCC) remains one of the most significant and debated constitutional issues in India. Envisaged under Article 44 of the Constitution as a Directive Principle of State Policy, the UCC seeks to […]
Bail as the rule, jail as the exception: Still a distant reality?
Introduction We all know that if a person does any crime, he or she will go to jail and would be punished. If the person is not guilty will go to court get justice. That person would be free. Meantime the person would ask for bail. But this not easy as it seems. In India […]