Summary trial procedure
INTRODUCTION A summary trial procedure refers to a legal process that is designed to be quicker and more straightforward than…
Indian Daughters’ Inheritance Rights: Equal Share in Mother’s Property
Introduction In India, an unmarried daughter's right to inherit her mother's possessions is equal to that of a married daughter.…
Execution of decree under civil procedure code
INTRODUCTION The execution of a decree in the legal context refers to the process of enforcing or giving effect to…
Session court trial procedure
A court trial typically follows a structured procedure to ensure fairness and justice. The specific details can vary depending on…
Can a widow claim maintenance from her in-laws?
Assisting someone who is unable to take care of and support themselves is the essence of maintenance. Most Indian women…
Things to know before filing a partition suit in India
A partition suit is a proceeding instituted by either of the parties when a property dispute arises in the family.…
Recording phone conversations without knowledge is a breach of the right to privacy (Aasha Lata Soni v. Durgesh Soni (CRMP No. 2112 of 2022))
The Chhattisgarh High Court has firmly argued in a landmark judgment that recording phone calls without the parties' knowledge or…
Environmental laws and the role of the judiciary
CRIMINAL LAW The common law definition of "nuisance" provides a basis for judicial action against environmental violations. The Indian Penal…
INDIA’S CONSTITUTIONAL PROVISIONS -ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS
HISTORY The first significant worldwide attempt to preserve and safeguard the human environment was the Stockholm Declaration of 1972. This…
How to draft an application for a grant of temporary injunction
Temporary Injunction is one of the most common remedies provided to prevent mischief from being committed, by a party to…