INTRODUCTION:- Theft and extortion are two distinct crimes that fall under the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Both of these crimes involve taking someone else’s property without their consent, but there are some important differences between them. WHAT IS THEFT? The Indian Penal Code’s Section 378 defines theft as the act of moving something with…
This article has been written by Ms. Priyanka VK Nair a 2rd year LLB Student of Amity University Mumbai The Indian Penal Code (IPC) is a criminal code of India that lays down the principles of criminal law, defines various crimes and prescribes punishments for them. It was first drafted in 1860 under the guidance…
This article has been written by Mr. Rohan Madhok, a 5th-year BBA.LLB student from Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies, GGSIPU, New Delhi INTRODUCTION Even though Indian laws have prohibited the offence of Abduction & kidnapping for a long time, the number of cases of Abduction & kidnapping still remains very high. People take advantage of…
This article has been written by Ms. Priyanka VK Nair a 2rd year LLB Student of Amity University Mumbai. Death by negligence, also known as involuntary manslaughter, is a criminal offense that occurs when someone causes the death of another person through their negligence or carelessness, without intending to kill them. Negligence refers to…
This article has been written by Ms. Nancy Maggo , a 5th year BBALLB Student from Law College Dehradun faculty of Uttaranchal University. INTRODUCTION Honor killings are a type of crime that are typically committed within the family and community. An individual is killed (murdered) for the sake of honor if they are a member…
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 article has been written by Mr. Rajdeep Hembram, a 1st year LLM student from University Law College, Hazaribagh, Jharkhand Introduction Geoffrey Chaucer employed the word jeopardy in his late 14th-century masterpiece, The Canterbury Tales, but its Middle English form can make it hard to spot: it appears in the phrase “in jupartie” with a meaning very much…
Dowry death is a severe problem in India, and it is a significant form of violence against women. It is an act of murder or suicide committed by a woman who has been harassed, tortured, or killed because of a dispute over dowry payments. The practice of dowry, which is the money, property, or gifts…
A transit anticipatory bail is sought when a case against a person has been or is likely to be filed in a state different from the one in which the person is likely to be arrested. The purpose of transit bail is to allow the person bail, so they can approach the appropriate court…
Introduction: Superstition and related offences have been a significant issue in India, where people often resort to irrational beliefs and practices that lead to harmful consequences. In recent years, several incidents of superstitious practices resulting in crimes have been reported in various parts of the country. This article will discuss superstition and offences in India,…
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