“The law meant to protect childhood must not become the sword that destroys it.”The aim of POCSO is protection, not prosecution of young ones. We cannot safeguard children by criminalising their developmental years. The Protection Of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, is one of India’s most stringent children’s protection laws, based on the belief that minors cannot...
The Indian startup ecosystem is fast-paced, competitive, and full of opportunity. Every day, new founders step into the business world with innovation, vision, and determination. Yet, amid product development, branding, and investor outreach, there is one area many startups unintentionally neglect—contract accuracy. A single drafting error, missing clause, or poorly negotiated agreement can derail an entire funding round. Startups...
One of the most complex intersections between religious beliefs and constitutional rights is exemplified by the controversy surrounding India’s Uniform Civil Code (UCC). The goal of the UCC, which is envisioned under Article 44 of the Directive Principles of State Policy, is to establish a uniform legal framework that governs marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption for all citizens equally,...
Relationships often begin with hope, affection, and trust. Rarely does anyone imagine that the person they once relied on the most could someday sit across from them in a courtroom. Yet this painful reality unfolds every day. Couples who once shared dreams and promises often find themselves entangled in legal disputes when misunderstandings, incompatibility, or conflicts overpower their bond....
In the realm of Criminal Law and Litigation, very few moments are as devastating as the instant when an allegation turns into a formal complaint, or an FIR is registered against your name. What may begin as a misunderstanding, a personal dispute, or even a deliberate false accusation can rapidly spiral into a full-fledged criminal case. Overnight, your reputation,...
Overburdened with nearly 23 million pending cases, the Indian judiciary has sought succor in technology to speed up justice delivery. Video conferencing has become a game-changing tool that, with the COVID-19 pandemic, has surged forward and allowed the conduct of courts while maintaining the sanctity and accessibility of the courts.This research article considers the procedural, legal, and practical aspects...
ABSTRACTThe Ministry of Home Affairs’ Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has become the top agency in India’s multi-tiered system for fighting drug trafficking and enforcing the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 (NDPS Act). The structural role of the NCB, its coordination with central and state agencies, and its influence on the development of India’s drug law enforcement system...
INTRODUCTION The doctrine of corporate attribution is a legal concept that lets courts hold a corporation responsible for the actions and intentions of its key individuals, often referred to as its “directing mind and will.” This means that if someone in a leadership position within the company, like an officer or agent, acts within their responsibilities, the corporation can...
ABSTRACT The rise of Non-State Armed Groups (NSAGs) in contemporary armed conflicts presents a significant challenge to the application and enforcement of International Humanitarian Law (IHL). Traditionally, IHL has been designed to regulate the conduct of war between sovereign states. However, with the increasing prevalence of asymmetric warfare, internal armed conflicts, and transnational insurgencies, the role of NSAGs in...
IntroductionThe issue of driving under the influence of alcohol has been a matter of significant legal and social concern under drunk driving law. To curb road accidents and ensure road safety, law enforcement authorities often rely on breath analyzer (Breathalyzer) tests to determine whether a person has consumed alcohol beyond the permissible legal limit. However, the evidentiary value of...