A Potential Outbreak in Life in Jail
India’s prison system is at a crossroads. Behind its overcrowded walls and rusted bars lies a crisis that rarely makes…
Judicial Precedents Shaping Section 126 BNSS (107 CrPC) Interpretation
Introduction Section 107 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), 1973, remains unchanged and can be traced u/s 126 in the…
The Inherent Powers of the High Court U/s 482 CrPC
Introduction The Indian legal system, deeply rooted in constitutional principles and procedural codes, provides High Courts with a unique set…
Presumption of Innocence vs. Media Trials: A Delicate Balance
In a democratic society governed by the rule of law, “presumption of innocence” is a cornerstone of criminal jurisprudence. It…
DEATH PENALTY IN INDIA: A NECESSARY EVIL?
The death penalty, also known as capital punishment, refers to the legal execution of an individual by the state as…
Arrest Under CrPC: Safeguards and Misuse
Introduction Arrest is among the most coercive powers that the State exercises over individuals. While it may be necessary in…
Death Penalty in India: Law, Morality, and Reform
The death penalty remains one of the most contentious issues in India's legal and moral landscape. As a punishment reserved…
WHAT ARE THE RIGHTS OF AN ARRESTED PERSON IN INDIA?
In India, the rights of an arrested person are enshrined in the Indian Constitution, particularly under Part III, which guarantees…
Private vs. Police vs. Magistrate Arrests: Understanding the Legal Distinctions under Indian Law
Introduction Arrest, as a legal act, signifies the deprivation of a person’s liberty by lawful authority. While commonly associated with…
False Dowry Cases: Balancing women’s Rights and Misuse of law
In India, the dowry system remain a persistent social evil, despite being lawed by the dowry Prohibition Act of 1961.…