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Section 271 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)

Why in the news? The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 the India’s reformed penal code, incorporates several provisions to safeguard public health. One such measure is found in Section 271, which is specifically aimed at addressing behaviour that may risk the...

Doctrine of Prospective Overruling: Meaning and Application

Why in the news? The Supreme Court, on April 17, clarified that when a prior judgment is overruled by a later one, the new ruling typically applies retrospectively. This is because it doesn't create new law but merely reveals the...

Legal Framework of Civil Nuclear Liability in India, Ambiguities, Implications and International Relevance

India's advancement in augmenting its civil nuclear energy capability has been consistently hindered by legal intricacies related to nuclear liability.  Although designed to protect victims' rights and enhance accountability, the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act (CLNDA), 2010, has generated...

Ensuring Dignity and Justice to Sexual Abuse Survivors in India

Context Sexual violence against women and children represents a serious infringement of bodily autonomy and dignity.  Victims of sexual assault, particularly children, necessitate prompt and empathetic medical and legal support, including access to abortion services in instances of pregnancy.  The...

Internet Access and Digital Skills in India: A Constitutional, Legal, and Global Perspective

Access to digital infrastructure and attaining digital skills are not merely technology concerns but are fundamental to equitable development in the 21st century.  By the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education), India has initiated measures...

Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, Provisions of 106th Constitution Amendment Act

Why in the news? The Union government has signalled that the long-pending women’s reservation law is finally moving from statute book to street-level politics. Officials say the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam the Constitution (128th Amendment) Act, 2023 will be operationalised...

Private Member’s Bills in Parliament, Significance and Current Trends

Private Member’s Bills (PMBs) play a crucial role in India's legislative framework, enabling Members of Parliament (MPs) who are not part of the government’s executive branch to introduce proposals for new laws or amendments. This mechanism fosters parliamentary inclusivity, allowing...

Constitutional Significance of Census of India and Historical Background

The Census of India is a decennial effort that offers a detailed demographic overview of the nation.  It is essential for informed policymaking, resource distribution, strategic planning, and governance.  The Union Home Ministry has recently declared that the forthcoming Census will...

Digital Personal Data Protection Act and Disability Rights

The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) is a significant legislative framework in India designed to govern the handling of digital personal data. Its primary objective is to establish a structured approach to data processing that safeguards individual...

Right to Freedom of Speech and Expression in Indian Academia

The right to free speech and expression is a fundamental pillar of constitutional democracy.  In India, where diversity in thought, belief, and political philosophy is significant, this right holds even greater importance.  The scope and implementation of free speech in academic...