The art of cross examination on the prosecution side

This article is written by Srishti Singh, a First-year BA LLB student from Army Institute of Law, Mohali.  Introduction  The art of cross examination calls for a sharp intellect, clear mind and excellent communication skills. Cross examination is one skill which every lawyer must perfect to become a master of his trade. It is considered…

Difference between Robbery and Dacoity

INTRODUCTION ROBBERY  According to Section 390 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, robbery has been defined. The statute itself often explains the crime of robbery in modern British and American law. The differences between words like “robbery,” “theft,” “extortion,” and “dacoity” are barely discernible. That is crystal obvious thanks to the Indian Criminal Code, 1860,…

Wrong Restraint

This article is written by Ms. Hiya Lahiri, a 2nd year student from Adamas University. INTRODUCTION The Constitution of India lays down the right to freedom of movement and is guaranteed personal liberty under Article 19 and 21. Anyone who violates another person’s right to freedom of movement or personal liberty granted under Article 19…

Defamation

This article has been written by Manaswini Vakulabharanam, a student studying BA.LLB from Pendekanti law college, Hyderabad.  The author is a second-year student.      Defamation is injury to the reputation of a person.  A man’s reputation is his property, and is possibly more valuable than his physical property.  Defamation usually involves the publication without justification of…

Intoxication

This article has been written by Ms. Chitrangda Singh, a 2nd year student of Rajasthan School of Law for Women, Jaipur.  Intoxication is a state of being under the influence of a drug or alcohol. The term can refer to the effects of legal drugs, such as alcohol, tobacco, or prescription medication, as well as…