Importance of Witness Competency in Evidence Law Witnesses are central to the judicial process because their testimony helps courts discover truth, determine facts in issue, […]
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Define and distinguish “Admission” and “Confession”.
Understanding Statements Against Interest in Evidence Law In legal proceedings, the truthfulness of facts often depends on the statements made by the parties. The Indian […]
Define Estoppel? Explain the different kinds of “Estoppel”.
Introduction: What is Estoppel? Estoppel is a vital doctrine in law that prevents a person from denying or asserting something contrary to what they previously […]
Define and discuss “fact, facts in Issue” and “Relevant Fact”.
Understanding the Core Concepts In the study of law, especially under the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, understanding the distinctions between fact, facts in issue, and […]
Estoppel
Meaning and Legal Basis Estoppel, governed by Section 115 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, prevents a person from denying or contradicting a statement, representation, […]
Formal and Informal Admissions
Meaning and Legal Basis Admissions are statements suggesting any inference as to a fact in issue or relevant fact, made by parties or persons connected […]
Explain the scope of the maxim “Actus non Tacit reum mini mens sit rea.”
Historical Background and Evolution of the Maxim Criminal law rests on a foundational principle that has shaped modern jurisprudence for centuries—the Latin maxim “Actus non […]
Explain the law relating to “Cheating.”
Understanding the Offence of Cheating Under the IPC Cheating is a common offence encountered in criminal law, especially in matters relating to business, property dealings, […]
Define “Crime” and what are the Essential Elements of Crime
Understanding the Concept of Crime Under the IPC Crime is one of the most fundamental concepts in criminal law, forming the basis for the entire […]
Assault
Meaning and Definition Assault refers to an act that intentionally causes another person to apprehend the use of criminal force against them. It is not […]