Mumbai University Notes : Local Self-Governing Bodies: Panchayats and Municipalities (Part IX and IX-A) of the Indian Constitution

India’s Constitution, in line with the principle of decentralization, provides for local self-governance through institutions like Panchayats and Municipalities, which are designed to ensure people’s participation at the grassroots level in governance. These institutions empower local communities, ensuring that decisions regarding development, welfare, and local administration are made closer to the people.    Part IX:…

Mumbai University Notes – Concept and Idea of Federalism, State and Union Territories (Part I and Part VIII) of the Indian Constitution

Federalism is a system of governance where two levels of government (central and regional) share the authority and responsibility for governing the country. In the context of the Indian Constitution, federalism refers to the distribution of powers and responsibilities between the Union (central government) and the States (regional governments), along with the structure for the…

Legal Challenges in protecting migrants from Human Trafficking: International responses

This article has been written by Tanvi Dabbi, a second year student of University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun.   ABSTRACT:   This research paper aims to conduct a critical analysis of the legal obstacles related to safeguarding international migrants against human trafficking. Given the worldwide occurrence of human trafficking, migrants are subject to…

Registration Process for Industrial Designs in India

This article has been written by Mr. Devesh Singh Chauhan, a 2nd year student of Manickchand Pahade Law College, Sambhaji Nagar, Maharashtra. Introduction Design plays a crucial role in today’s market for the development of new products and services. It gives products an attractive visual appearance, making them more appealing to customers. Unique designs help…

Legal Aid for disadvantaged Christian Spouses: promoting access to justice

This article has been written by Ms. Kumari Shalini, a fourth-year student of Lloyd Law College, Greater Noida.    ABSTRACT  In India, the laws about the Christian minority have undergone few modifications in contrast to the Hindu personal laws that govern them. Numerous problems have arisen nationwide as a result of the government’s obvious contempt…