What is the difference between murder and homicide

 This article has been written by Ms.Devika More,a 2nd year LLB Student from D.E.S.’S Shri Navalmal Firodia Law College, Pune. In criminal law, the terms “homicide” and “murder” are often used interchangeably. However, it is important to note that there are significant differences between these terms, especially from an Indian law perspective.  Homicide: Homicide is understood in the broadest sense as the act of causing death to another person. Homicide in Indian law is an umbrella term for various types of unlawful killings, from deliberate acts…

Reform Vs. Punishment : which one has more benefits ?

 This article has been written by Ms.Devika More,a 2nd year LLB Student from D.E.S.’S Shri Navalmal Firodia Law College, Pune.  The treatment of criminals in the criminal justice system is a subject of intense debate. Some advocate punitive measures to deter criminal activity, while others advocate a more reformist approach to addressing the root causes…

What is considered as Self Defense ?

This article has been written by Ms.Devika More,a 2nd year LLB Student from D.E.S.’S Shri Navalmal Firodia Law College, Pune. Self-defence is a fundamental right to protect an individual from imminent harm or danger. It includes various techniques and strategies to neutralise or evade potential threats. The concept of self-defence has existed throughout history and…

Cyber bullying and Cyber Crime in India

This article has been written by Ms.Devika More,a 2nd year LLB Student from D.E.S.’S Shri Navalmal Firodia Law College, Pune.  In the digital age, where the internet and social media have become an integral part of our lives, cyberbullying has become a major problem. The Indian legal system recognizes the seriousness of cyberbullying and has enacted laws to combat this form of harassment. The purpose of this article is to provide an overview of cyberbullying, its effects and how it is classified as a cybercrime under Indian law.  Understanding cyberbullying: Cyberbullying is the use of electronic communications such as social media platforms, email, instant messaging and text messages to harass, threaten or harm an individual. These are deliberate repetitive acts intended to…

ADULTERY

This article is written by Gauri Gupta, Second year student at Faculty of Law, University of Delhi. Adultery is a form of marital infidelity that is often considered a moral wrongdoing. In India, adultery is also considered a legal wrongdoing and is punishable under the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The law on adultery in India…

OFFENSES RELATING TO ELECTIONS

This article has been written by Mr. Harsh Yadav, a 2nd-year B.A.LL.B student from Lloyd Law College, Greater Noida.  Introduction :- Significance of Elections in India:- Elections hold immense significance in India, as they provide citizens with the opportunity to exercise their democratic right to choose their representatives. Elections in India determine the composition of legislative…

OFFENSES AFFECTING PROPERTY- CRIMINAL MISAPPROPRIATION OF PROPERTY

This article has been written by Mr. Harsh Yadav, a 2nd-year B.A.LL.B student from Lloyd Law College, Greater Noida. Introduction:- Criminal misappropriation of property is a serious offense that involves the unauthorized control or conversion of someone else’s property with the intent to deprive them of its benefits or rightful ownership. It encompasses a wide…

MARITAL RAPE AND SECTION- 375

  This article has been written by Ms. Stuti Chaudhary, a 2nd-year B.A.LL.B student from Lloyd Law College, Greater Noida. INTRODUCTION:- Marital rape refers to any sexual act that is forced upon a spouse without their consent. In other words, it is non-consensual sexual intercourse between two people who are married or in a civil…