Understanding Common Intention and Common Object under Criminal Law The concepts of common intention and common object are fundamental to criminal liability under the Indian […]
Tag: Indian Criminal Law
Discuss the law relating to “Private Defence
Private Defence under Criminal Law in India The concept of private defence occupies a central position in criminal law because it balances individual rights to […]
Death Penalty
Meaning and Concept of Death Penalty The death penalty, also known as capital punishment, is the severest form of punishment awarded for the most heinous […]
Section 304-B
Meaning and Core Ingredients Section 304-B of the Indian Penal Code deals with the offence of dowry death, introduced to curb increasing deaths of married […]
Actus Reus
Meaning and Essential Concept Actus Reus refers to the guilty act or the external physical element of a crime. It includes any voluntary act, omission, […]
Territorial Jurisdiction
Meaning and Definition Territorial jurisdiction refers to the authority of a criminal court to inquire into, try, and determine offences that occur within a specified […]
3. What are the differences between Bailable and Non Bailable Offences?
The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) is the primary legislation in India that governs the procedure for investigation, trial, and punishment of criminal offences. […]
18. What is the jurisdiction of criminal courts in inquiries and trials ?
Introduction In a criminal justice system, jurisdiction refers to the authority given to a court to hear and decide a case. For a criminal court […]
19. What are the rules for charge and joinder of charges ?
Introduction In criminal trials, charges form the foundation of prosecution. They describe the specific legal accusation the accused must answer. To ensure a fair trial, […]
20. What are the procedures for trials before the Court of Session ?
Introduction The Indian legal system classifies criminal offences based on their severity. The most serious offences, such as murder, rape, dacoity, and attempt to murder, […]