The President of India gave assent to the Constitution (106th Amendment) Act 2023, providing 1/3rd reservation to women in Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies. The Bill was recently passed by the Parliament in a Special Session. Dated 21st September, the Bill was passed unanimously in the Rajya Sabha, and was passed by the Lok …
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As per the Indian Legal system, the terms “worker” and “employee” are different in nature and hence, the remedies provided by the law also varies for both. In the discussion below, we shall discuss the remedies available to workers and employees and the different rules of termination for the employees in India. Which authority has …
Nurses are the cornerstone of every healthcare system because they offer patients the crucial treatment, care, and support they need at their most vulnerable times. Their work is mentally and physically taxing, often requiring endless hours and an intense dedication to improving the well-being of others. The importance of nurses’ services to society has lately come to …
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Legal counsel is a crucial tool for start-ups, corporations, and SMEs in a fast-paced business climate. However paying for legal services may be very expensive, especially for new companies and small businesses. Fortunately, groups like “Lead India” have started to provide free legal guidance, assisting companies to successfully negotiate challenging legal landscapes. Importance of Legal …
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The Law Commission of India has recommended in its 282nd report, that for all cognizable offences punishable for a period of maximum 3 years, could be registered through electronic FIRs when the identity of the accused is known. The recommendation was given for acts related to the CrPC, Evidence Act, Information Technology Act, 2000, IPC, …
E-Fir Should Be Allowed In Certain Cases- Law Commission Read More »
Untouchability and discrimination based on caste are two societal issues that India has long struggled with. The Government of India initiated the Inter-Caste Marriage Scheme as a constructive step towards social inclusion and equality. Scheme for the Inter-Caste Marriage The Objective of the Scheme The scheme’s objective is to recognize the newlyweds’ socially daring decision …
In its 283rd report on ‘Age of Consent under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012’, the Law Commission of India ruled out reducing the age of consent to 16 years under the POCSO Act. The Commission expressed that reducing the age of consent will not be advisable as it is of the …
When Victim Is A Child, Question Of Consent Meaningless- Law Commission Read More »
A corporate lawyer offers advice to a business owner as to how to comply with rules and regulations required in the business transactions, or could help a startup with numerous legal procedures as well as drafting and reviewing numerous contracts or even an individual in general who has decided to buy or sell a property. …
The Transfer of Property Act of 1882 states that a minor can only acquire ownership of a property through a gift. There will be no opportunity for parental or guardian intervention in this situation. A minor may sign a gift deed in this situation as the donee. Minors are not permitted to sign a contract …
In this case, lawyers play a very important role in India, to bridge the gap between corporate giants by providing quick solutions to every problem they face in day-to-day business. A particular area of corporate law, such as mergers and acquisitions, private equity, venture capital, etc., is where corporate lawyers specialize. Further to provide consultation …
