Laws in India

Doctrine of Sovereign Immunity

Doctrine of Sovereign Immunity: All you need to Know

The doctrine of sovereign immunity has been an integral part of the Indian legal system for a long time. The principle of sovereign immunity prohibits the state from being sued without its consent, but it does not mean the state can evade its responsibilities. The Indian judiciary has played a significant role in balancing the state’s immunity and its obligations towards its citizens. Thus, completely immuning the sovereign or the head of the state from being sued will ultimately make it less accountable and thus as a result the citizens will be exploited. Therefore, a government or a sovereign should be responsible for its action and work. 

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Judicial Review of Administrative Action

Understanding Judicial Review of Administrative Action

The concept of judicial review of administrative action in India is an integral part of the country’s legal framework. It refers to the power of the judiciary to review and examine the decisions and actions of administrative bodies or authorities. This power is essential in ensuring that administrative decisions are made within the ambit of the law and do not violate the rights of citizens. This article will examine the concept of judicial review of administrative action in India, its legal framework, and the relevant case laws.

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Arbitration Agreement

Arbitration Agreement: Arbitration and Conciliation Act

This article analyses the arbitration agreement mentioned under Section 7 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The author will discuss the definition of an arbitration agreement, the obligations that it imposes on the parties, and the procedure that the parties must follow when entering into an arbitration agreement. Furthermore, the author will discuss the agreement’s objective, as well as its benefits and drawbacks. In addition, the author will explain the Supreme Court’s fundamentals for the arbitration agreement.

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Emergency Under The Indian Constitution

Understanding: Emergency Under The Indian Constitution

All relevant provisions related to ‘Emergency’ will be mentioned by the author. Not only that, but we will go back in time to discover the reason for our country’s declaration of emergency if one exists, and the grounds for it. What powers does the president have under the relevant Articles of the Indian Constitution concerning the Declaration of Emergency? Furthermore, we will learn about the validity of our fundamental rights in times of emergency. The author will also highlight the importance of this article’s amendment to highlight essential human rights, even during emergencies.

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collegium system of appointment of judges in India

Collegium System of Appointment of Judges: History, Advantages, Criticism and Reforms

The collegium system is a process of appointment of judges to the Higher Courts. Here, the Chief Justice of India (CJI) (currently Hon’ble Dhananjaya Y. Chandrachud) is the head of the collegium, and he/she is assisted by four more senior-most judges of the Supreme Court. The function of the collegium is to recommend the names of judges who are capable of being appointed to the Higher Courts, including the Hon’ble Supreme Court and various High Courts. This system of appointment of judges is widely considered to be a major pillar of Indian democracy, as the judges appointed through this system are considered to be more independent and impartial.

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Netflix served legal notice for use of Madhuri Dixit's name in a derogatory manner

Netflix served legal notice for use of Madhuri Dixit’s name

In this article, we will explore the details of the legal notice served to Netflix and the impact of the scene in question. We will also examine the argument of the political analyst who served the notice and highlights the importance of holding companies accountable for their actions in promoting responsible and ethical media content.

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Modi Surname Case defamation case against Rahul Gandhi

Modi Surname Case: The defamation case against Rahul Gandhi

On March 23, 2023, a court in Gujarat’s Surat district convicted Rahul Gandhi, a Congress leader and MP, for his remarks “why all thieves share the Modi surname” made during a political campaign in Karol in April 2019. In this article, we will discuss the details of the defamation case against Rahul Gandhi, the conviction, and its aftermath, including Gandhi’s disqualification as a Lok Sabha member from Wayanad.

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