Category: Legal Articles

Criminalization of Begging in India: A Comprehensive Analysis

Introduction: Begging, an age-old practice tied to poverty and inequality, remains a pressing social issue in India. The complex interplay of socio-economic factors has led to discussions regarding the criminalization of begging. This article delves into the nuances of the Criminalization of Begging in India, exploring its historical context, legal framework, challenges, and the need

THE CUSTOM ACT OF INDIA

Author – Sandhya Pant (The ICFAI University, Dehradun) INTRODUCTION Customs law is a branch of indirect tax law that governs the import and export of goods across international borders. It regulates the collection of duties on imported goods and imposes restrictions on exports and imports[1]. Custom duty [2]is a tax levied on goods imported into a country.

Self-Incrimination vs Confession: Legal Differences

Author: Arghya Sen (Amity University, Kolkata) Abstract The article “Self-Incrimination vs Confession: Legal Differences” provides an in-depth analysis of the contrasting concepts of self-incrimination and confession in the context of criminal law. It explores the legal implications and constitutional provisions governing these concepts in India, highlighting their differences and significance in the criminal justice system.

CHILD LABOUR

Author: Preeti Nakhat (KIIT School of Law) ABSTRACT A child is a priceless asset to any community and is undoubtedly important to the growth of the country. The way a nation raises its children to become its citizens will determine how that nation will develop in the future. Some of the kids are compelled to

ANALYSIS OF CHILD RIGHT, POVERTY AND PROTECTION: AN INDIAN PERSPECTIVE

Author: Priyanshu Kumar [CHRIST (Deemed to be University) Delhi NCR Campus)] ABSTRACT Child Labour is a menace that has plagued the Indian society for long. According to the report of International Labour Organisation (ILO), around 12.9 million children in India are engaged in labour and are employed in Hazardous industries. Despite of having many legislations

CAN THE NON COMPOUNDABLE NATURE OF PENAL OFFENCES BE CONVERTED INTO COMPOUNDABLITY ? (‘A multi-dimensional analysis of compensatory jurisprudence of India, through a case study’)

Author: Anirudh Tyagi (Sharda School of Law, Sharda University) Democratic Republic of India is the state nation, the penal jurisprudence of which is based on the principle of ‘No person shall be declared guilty unless the evidences adduced against (him) the accused, are proved beyond reasonable doubt by the prosecution. Hence every attempt, action in

IS THE PRIVATIZATION OF PRISONS A SOLUTION TO THE FAILURE OF THE PRISON SYSTEM IN INDIA?

Author(s) – 1. Gayatri Singh (UPES Dehradun) 2. Hardik Manoj Manwani (UPES Dehradun) 3. Avantika Verma (UPES Dehradun) ABSTRACT   One of the most crucial components of the criminal justice system in our nation is prison. The term “correctional facility” also applies to prisons, where the individual who has been charged or found guilty is detained

ARE ELECTORAL FREEBIES – POLITICALLY,LEGALLY AND ECONOMICALLY APPROPRIATE?

Author: Kruti Brahmbhatt (Gujrat Law Society, Ahmedabad) What are electoral freebies? These are the promises made by the politicians to give free services or commodities in exchange of the votes in order to bring them in power. Generally free electricity, free water, allowances to the unemployed, free gadgets and free scooters are some examples of