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Violent Juvenile Crimes in India, Nature and Geographical Disparities

Context: The British mini-series Adolescence has reignited global discussions on the rising incidence of juvenile violent crimes, especially among boys. The show sheds light on complex factors like cyberbullying, online misogyny, and adolescent psychology—issues increasingly relevant across countries, including India....

Digital Access as a Part of Fundamental Right under Article 21

The Supreme Court of India has recently ruled that access to digital infrastructure is an essential component of the fundamental right to life and personal liberty, as guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution. This significant decision establishes that the...

India’s Insolvency and Bankruptcy Regime Comprehensive Analysis

The implementation of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016, signified a pivotal change in India's financial and economic framework.  The IBC implemented a creditor-in-control paradigm, supplanting a fragmented, debtor-centric regime characterised by extensive delays.  As India concludes more than...

Supreme Court on Preventive Detention: Dhanya M v. State of Kerala 2025

The Supreme Court has emphasized that preventive detention is an exceptional authority granted to the state and should be exercised with great caution. In a recent ruling, the Court overturned a district magistrate’s order that had placed a Kerala-based moneylender...

President’s Rule Under the Indian Constitution: Constitutional Basis and Reforms

The enforcement of President’s Rule according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution is a highly contentious aspect of Centre-State relations in India.  Although intended as a constitutional protection against governmental failure within a State, the provision has frequently become...

Reassessing the Constituent Assembly: Unveiling British Influence on Indian Constitution

The Indian Constitution has been regarded as a significant document, embodying the ambitions of a newly independent country.  Although Dr. B. R. Ambedkar's name is commonly linked to its creation, a thorough analysis uncovers a more intricate and varied background. ...

New Regulations for Jobs and Domicile in Ladakh 2025

The Indian government has implemented new regulatory measures for Ladakh, aiming to tackle persistent issues raised by its residents, particularly those related to land ownership, employment opportunities, and safeguarding their distinct cultural heritage. These measures come in response to growing...

Constitutional Guarantees in Workplace Rights in India

Why in the news? On December 3, the Supreme Court issued comprehensive directives to enhance the implementation of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (POSH Act). These measures aim to fortify compliance, particularly...

Advisory Jurisdiction of Supreme Court of India

Why in the news? In a recent development, President Droupadi Murmu raised concerns about the Supreme Court's ruling in State of Tamil Nadu v. Governor of Tamil Nadu, 2025 SCC OnLine SC 770. The judgment aimed to establish clear timelines...

Online Gaming Under PMLA Scrutiny: Need and Implications

India's online gaming sector, particularly the Real Money Gaming (RMG) segment, is experiencing fast growth, drawing in more than 155 million people each year.  In his 2024 Independence Day address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi acknowledged India's potential and challenged the...