Criminal Law
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Analysing Section 154 of CrPC after Amendment in 2013: A Speedy Step for Justice
INTRODUCTION India is one of the most populous countries in the world. This demographic statistic gives ample room for heinous crimes to breed in. The recent atmosphere of chaos and… Read more.
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The Unnao and Surat Rape Case: Vulnerability of witnesses in criminal trials and the need for effective legislation
There is an element of difference between a victim and a witness of crime. A witness of crime may not necessarily be the victim, and the victim is not always… Read more.
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Revision, Quashing, Inherent Power or Certiorari? Why the Chaos?
Revision of cases, quashing of FIRs and exercise of other inherent powers is one of the main functions of the High Court nowadays. If one visits a courtroom in any… Read more.
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Malicious Prosecution under Criminal Law in India
‘Life demands self-respect and dignity’, were the words of former CJI Deepak Misra while awarding a compensation of Rs. 50 Lakhs to ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan who was falsely accused… Read more.
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Authority of Police Officers on Citizens During Lockdown
Indian citizens have been placed in a lockdown to be prevented from the spread of COVID-19 and must stay at home except to buy basic items like groceries, medicines etc.… Read more.
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Violence against Doctors: Will Stricter Laws be Enough?
Background: On June 10, 2019, a doctor and an intern were seriously assaulted by the relatives of a deceased patient, who alleged medical negligence on the part of the healthcare… Read more.
