We are living in the era of 21st century but still trying to cope up with a barbaric crime. Honour killing is an act of violence which leads to murder done in the name of honour of the family. Generally this killing is done by the family members itself and is mostly against women. This…
There are many differing views when it comes to defining the characteristics of a State, and hence definitions are ever-changing. However, a common thread through all studies is this – the State is a territorially bound political unit with centralized institutions for the administration of governance, and so is very different from groups such as…
Introduction: – Hierarchy basically means ‘a system of ranking’. Indian Judiciary is ranked in hierarchical manner as per power of the court. There are different levels of Courts in India, empowered with different and distinct jurisdictions. Supreme court is the highest court of the country, followed by High Court which is highest court of state.…
DEFINITION Solitary confinement is the housing of an adult or juvenile in single cells with little or no contact with other inmates, and with strict measures to control contraband, and ensures additional security measures and equipment for protection. INTRODUCTION Solitary confinement is designed for inmates who are troublesome and are a risk to the prison…
Introduction An abortion is a procedure conducted by a Licensed Doctor to end a pregnancy. It uses medicine or surgery to remove the foetus and placenta from the uterus. Abortion in India is legal and can be performed to the point of 24 weeks (6 months) pregnancy after Medical Termination of Pregnancy act amendment 2021…
Recently the Supreme Court has said, “it is necessary to define the limits of sedition.” This remark was made while dealing with writ petitions filed by two news channels seeking the dismissal of FIRs and contempt proceedings. What is the matter? Two Telugu news networks, TV5 and ABN Andhra Jyothi were charged with sedition by…
‘Audi alteram partem’ literally means “hear the other party”, A person deciding the issue against the delinquent person should hear both the parties to the issue and also give them an opportunity hearing of allegation leveled against the delinquent. The opportunity must be given. If a decision is taken without giving an opportunity of being…
On the shores of Somerton Beach, a corpse had been discovered. The guy was not taking any breaths. He was dressed in a beautiful suit, which was unusual for him since he was supposed to be in a formal setting. No one recognised him since he lacked any kind of identification. He was not one…
Corruption is defined as a form of dishonesty or a criminal offense which is undertaken by a person or an organization in order to acquire abuse power for one’s private gain. Corruption includes bribery and it may also involve practices which are legal in many countries. According to Stephen D. Morris, political corruption is the…
Introduction: – Article 39-A of the Constitution of India provides for free legal aid to the poor and weaker section of the society and ensure justice for all. Article 14 and 22(1) of the Constitution of India also made it obligatory for the state to ensure equality before law and a legal system which promotes…
