Understanding Bail and Bonds (SECTION 436-450)
INTRODUCTION Bail is neither a punishment nor an acquittal. It is a release of an accused person from legal custody,…
Acid Attacks on Women: Legislative and Judicial Responses in India
Introduction Acid attacks represent one of the most horrific and gendered forms of violence in India, where corrosive substances are…
WHEN BAIL BECOMES A THREAT
Justice delayed is justice denied, but sometimes, justice granted becomes justice mocked.” Introduction In recent years, the public conscience has…
Victimisation of Transgenders in India: Legal Framework, Judicial Interventions, and Challenges
Introduction Transgenders in India have long been subjected to systemic discrimination, violence, and social exclusion. Despite the historical and cultural…
Digital Evidence and Admissibility under Indian Law
In the modern digital era, the role of technology in crime detection, litigation, and adjudication has increased significantly. From cybercrimes…
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…
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…