Facts of the Case A High Court decided a legal dispute by ignoring an earlier decision of the Supreme Court of India. The High Court […]
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A Customer found a bundle of currency notes on the floor of a shop. The true owner of it is not found. In a claim between shop-keeper and the customer who found it, who has a better title? Refer to decided cases.
Facts of the Case A customer entered a shop during normal business hours and lawfully accessed the premises. While inside the shop, the customer found […]
A libel was published by the employee of a company. Both civil suit and criminal complaint was lodged against the company. Is the company liable for the acts of its employee? Is the company liable for crimes? Answer with reasons.
Facts of the Case An employee of a company published a libellous statement concerning a third party while acting in the course of employment. The […]
Define ‘legal right’ and discuss its essential elements
A Jurisprudential and Legal Analysis Rights form the very foundation of law and justice. Every legal system exists primarily to recognize, protect, and enforce rights. […]
Mr. Shaw published a book containing photographs and addresses of prostitutes in the city. He was charged for conspiracy to corrupt public morality. He contended that he did not violate any statute. However, he was convicted. Identify jurisprudential issues involved any statute. However, he was convicted. Identify jurisprudential issues involved in this case and resolve them.
Facts of the Case Mr. Shaw published a book that contained photographs, names, and addresses of prostitutes operating within a city. The publication was widely […]
Examine the relative merits and demerits of Legislation and Precedent as sources of law.
Legislation and Precedent as Sources of Law Every legal system requires authoritative sources from which law is derived. These sources give legitimacy, certainty, and enforceability […]
Write a critical note on ‘Pure Theory of Law’
Understanding the Need for a “Pure” Theory The Pure Theory of Law, propounded by Hans Kelsen, occupies a central position in modern jurisprudence. Developed in […]
Define custom and discuss custom as a source of law
Memory Aid for Examination Recall Law does not develop overnight. Long before the existence of legislatures, courts, or written constitutions, human societies were governed by […]
Discuss the salient features of Sociological School of Jurisprudence.
Conceptual Background of the Sociological School The Sociological School of Jurisprudence emerged as a reaction against the rigidity of analytical positivism and the historical school. […]
Critically examine the theories explaining nature of negligence
Memory Aid for Examination Revision Negligence is one of the most significant concepts in jurisprudence and tort law. In modern society, where individuals, professionals, corporations, […]