THE RIGHT OF SELF DEFENSE
INTRODUCTION The right of self – defense is a right of a private individual to protect himself against any imminent…
“Offender uses any deadly weapon” u/s 397 of IPC also includes mere exhibition of the weapon : Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India has clarified an important legal interpretation regarding the use of deadly weapons during the commission…
Section 354 of the Indian Penal Code defines bailable or non-bailable offences.
Section 354 of the Indian Penal Code, often known as IPC 354, addresses the offence of assault or use of…
Dealing with Blackmail by a High-Profile Individual: Legal Recourse and Safety Measures
Blackmail is a serious criminal offence under Indian law, and being targeted by a high-profile individual can exacerbate the situation,…
Legality of Self-Defense Homicide under Indian Law
The concept of self-defence is deeply ingrained in legal systems worldwide, including India. However, the legality of killing someone in…
Deciphering Section 332 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860: Understanding Offenses Against Public Servants and Their Legal Ramifications
The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC), is the cornerstone of India's criminal justice system, delineating various offences and their corresponding…
Section 279 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860: Understanding Rash Driving or Riding on a Public Way
Section 279 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, deals with the offence of rash driving or riding in a public…
The most commonly misused law in India – Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code
Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) was enacted with the noble intention of protecting married women from cruelty…
Death within 7 years of marriage is not sufficient to convict the accused.
Charan Singh V. State of Uttarakhand Civil Appeal No. 447 of 2012/20 April 2023 In a recent decision, The Hon'ble…