Offences Relating to Public Health and Safety under the Indian Penal Code Public health and safety are critical aspects of societal well-being. The Indian Penal […]
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Affray
Meaning and Definition An affray is a criminal offence involving fighting in a public place, causing terror or alarm to the public. Under Section 159 […]
Cheating
Meaning and Definition Cheating is a criminal offence that involves dishonestly inducing a person to deliver property or consent to something that causes harm or […]
Knowledge
Meaning and Definition In criminal law, knowledge refers to the awareness or consciousness of the circumstances and consequences of one’s actions. It is a key […]
A constitutional amendment was made to make India ‘non-socialist republic’. Does such amendment violate the basic structure of the constitution? Decide with reasons.
Facts of the Case The Parliament passed a Constitutional Amendment to remove the word “Socialist” from the Preamble, thereby describing India as a “non-socialist republic.” […]
A Government department allowed the confiscation of certain perishable goods under a statuts but failed either to preserve them or to sell them at market value, during the pendency of litigation. Consequently all such goods got perished. Later the owner of the goods won the case and claimed compensation. Is he entitled to it? Decide.
Facts of the Case A Government Department confiscated certain perishable goods under the authority of a valid statute. The owner of the goods challenged the […]
A person, unhappy with the judgment in an appeal decided by a High court, made personal allegations against the judges of the Bench. Decide whether such action invites contempt of court, with reasons.
Facts of the Case A person filed an appeal before the High Court. After hearing both sides, the High Court delivered its judgment. The person, […]
38. What are the salient features of the Probation of Offenders Act?
Introduction: Towards Reformative Criminal Justice The Probation of Offenders Act, 1958 is a landmark piece of legislation in India that upholds the principle of reformative […]
13. Define mediation enhances access to justice.
Definition of Mediation Mediation is a voluntary, confidential, and structured process in which a neutral third party (mediator) helps disputing parties reach a mutually acceptable […]
9. Discuss the composite functions of family court?
Introduction Family Courts in India were established under the Family Courts Act, 1984 with the primary objective of promoting conciliation and securing speedy settlement of […]