Understanding the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 is a fundamental legislation governing negotiable instruments in India, providing a framework for their use and regulation. Recently, the Supreme Court’s observation on cheque dishonor complaints has highlighted the importance of understanding the Act’s provisions….
Places of Worship Act and the Gyanvapi/Kashi-Vishwanath Dispute: Legal Finality vs Religious Sentiment
In the intensely polarised intersection of law and faith, the Gyanvapi mosque-Kashi Vishwanath temple dispute has emerged as a focal point in the larger conversation on religious identity, constitutional guarantees, and judicial interpretation. At the heart of this conflict lies…
Digital justice in the post Covid world : Evolution or emergency response
The Covid 19 pandemic brought the world to a standstill courts shut down, physical movement was restricted and access to justice became one of the biggest causalities. However admits this chaos , technology emerged as a powerful tool to ensure…
Free Speech v. Hate Speech Online: Legal Challenges in Consent Moderation
The internet has transformed the way we communication. Social media platforms, blogs, and forums give every individual the power to express their thoughts freely. While this is a major advantage in a democratic society, it also comes with serious challenges….
Personal Laws and Gender Justice: The Need for Reform in Religious Norms
INTRODUCTION India’s personal laws concerning marriage, divorce, inheritance, adoption and maintenance reflect the country’s rich cultural diversity. These laws create a complex structure of rights and duties by drawing on various communities’ customs and traditions. Although the goal of this…
Artificial Intelligence and the future of Intellectual Property Rights: What the law says about AI and ownership
INTRODUCTION Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized many fields, including technology, law, healthcare, and the creative arts. Legal scholars and practitioners have been forced to re-examine and traditional framework of Intellectual property (IP) due to AI’s ability to produce literature, music,…
From Silver Screen to Supreme Court: Bollywood’s Portrayal of Lawyers and Legal Ethics
Introduction Cinema in India is not just a form of art or entertainment—it is a cultural phenomenon that shapes public consciousness. Bollywood, with its massive reach, frequently tackles social and legal themes. However, when it portrays lawyers, courts, or legal…
Religious Conversions and Anti-Conversion Laws: Legal Protection or Political Polarization
Introduction The issue of religious conversions with its various legal interpretations and debates has been one of the hottest topics in human experience. International human rights law recognizes the freedom to choose and change one’s religion. Nevertheless, many countries have…
Defamation in the Digital Age: Pop Culture’s Influence on Reputation and the Law
Introduction Reputation and defamation have changed fundamentally in the modem environment, courtesy of the digital revolution. Today, private and public life are more or less in juxtaposition with each other, especially with the advent of social media, entertainment portals, and…
Reconciling Women’s Property Rights with Religious Personal Laws in a Secular India
Introduction India, the biggest democracy in the world, is a country of vast religious, cultural, and linguistic diversity. This is not just a demographic diversity—it influences the very texture of Indian society and law, from everyday habits to the legal…
