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April 1, 2023

Reformative theory of Punishment

This article has been written by Ms. Leezer Kaur, a 3rd-year student at the Army Institute of Law, Mohali. INTRODUCTION ‘Crime’ is an act that is forbidden and punishable under the law. But, the main object of providing justice is to promote reconciliation, repair, and reassurance in society. Mahatma Gandhi always believed in the reformation…

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Marital Rape

This article has been written by Bidisha Banerjee, a 2nd year BA.LL.B student of Jogesh Chandra Chaudhuri Law College, University of Calcutta.    INTRODUCTION Rape is defined as an unlawful sexual activity, involving penetration of someone’s vagina, anus or mouth, without free consent. It is considered to be a morbid act of asserting dominance over…

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Prime feature of POCSO ACt

INTRODUCTION  The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, is a law that was enacted in India to provide protection to children from sexual abuse and exploitation. It is a comprehensive law that covers various aspects related to sexual offences against children, including prevention, protection, investigation, and prosecution of such crimes.  Background: Before the…

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