Introduction The conception of the term gift and the subject matter of gift has been an age-old and traditional issue that has developed into a distinct facet in property law. Certain institutions are recognized under Muslim law that are distinguishable but to an extent appear like Hiba such as Sadaqa, [...]
Introduction Only if the federal and state governments work together can the country prosper. The upkeep of the federation is fraught with difficulties. It is necessary to conduct regular debates and discussions for the system to work correctly. The Inter-State Council is not a permanent constitutional entity; the President can [...]
Introduction All marriages in India can be registered under the respective personal law Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, Muslim Marriage Act, 1954, or the Special Marriage Act, 1954. It is the duty of the judiciary to ensure that the rights of both the husband and wife are protected. The Special Marriage [...]
Introduction The literal meaning of the word waqf is ‘detention.’ In the legal context, waqf means detention of a property so that its produce or income may always be available for religious or charitable purposes. When a waqf is created, the property is detained or, is ‘tied up’ forever and [...]
“There can be no doubt, that if power is granted to a body of men, called Representatives, they like any other men will use their power not for the advantage of the community but for their own advantage if they can.” — James Mill Introduction In a democracy, MPs [...]
Introduction Non- disclosure Agreements are contracts in which the parties agree not to disclose any of the material covered by the agreement. A nondisclosure agreement totally bars third parties from accessing the information covered by the agreement. Refusal to Disclose In the world of business, agreements are frequently utilized with regard [...]
Introduction One Nation, One Election is a popular movement in India that calls for a complete revamp of the country’s electoral system. The main concept is to hold a single election for the Lok Sabha, State Legislatures, and Panchayats, rather than a series of elections on a regular basis. Many [...]
Background Before the introduction of the POCSO Act, 2012, the only law in India aimed at protecting the rights of the child was the Goa Children’s Act, 2003, and the Laws, 2004. Under the Indian Trade Code, 1860, child sexual abuse became a crime. A case under Sections 375, 354, [...]
“Any young man, who makes dowry a condition to marriage, discredits his education and his country and dishonors womanhood.” – Mahatma Gandhi Introduction Dowry or dahej as it is called in Hindi is defined as the money, goods, or estate given from the bride’s side to the groom and [...]
Introduction Tribunal is a quasi-judicial organization created to handle issues like settling administrative or tax-related disagreements. It carries out several tasks, including adjudicating disputes, deciding the rights of disputing parties, making administrative decisions, reviewing past administrative decisions, and more. The word “Tribunal,” which means “Magistrates of the Classical Roman Republic,” [...]
Definition The highest law officer of the states in India is called the Advocate General of State. Some important points about the Advocate General of State in India, for UPSC, are: In the Order of Precedence, Additional Solicitor General is above the Advocate General of State. The right to be eligible [...]
Introduction In India, the Court of Sessions, often known as Sessions Court, has been formed by the state government for each session’s division and is presided over by a Sessions Court judge. sessions In India, the Court of Sessions, often known as Sessions Court, has been formed by the state [...]
Introduction The Indian Bar Council is a statutory organization that regulates and represents the Indian legal profession. Parliament established it in 1961 with the Advocates Act. It establishes professional conduct and etiquette guidelines and has disciplinary authority. It establishes legal education requirements and recognized universities whose degrees qualify students to [...]
Introduction A quasi-judicial body is a non-judicial entity that has the authority to interpret the law. It is a body, such as an arbitration panel or tribunal board, which may be a public administrative agency or an entity subject to contract law or private law, and which has been given [...]
“When the panchayat raj is established, public opinion will do what violence can never do” – Mahatma Gandhi. Evolution Of The Panchayat System The idea of local self-governance in India has existed since ancient times. Local governance was also mentioned in the Kautilya’s Arthashastra. The development of local governance was [...]
About The Department The following items have been assigned to the Department in accordance with the Government of India’s 1961 “Allocation of Business” Rules: Advice to Ministries on legal problems, including interpretation of the Constitution and the laws, conveyancing, and employment of counsel to represent the Union of India in [...]