Climate change in India puts additional strain on socioeconomic and ecological systems as industrialization and urbanization accelerate. As a result, India has recognized the value of environmental regulations. Legislation to safeguard the environment has evolved, as some laws focus solely on the penal side. The nation recognized the need for legal changes, and the goal …
In 2013, the Supreme Court deemed the two-finger test (commonly known as the ‘virginity test’ or the ‘per vaginum’ test) unlawful. It therefore declared that the test “violates the right of rape survivors to privacy, physical and mental integrity, and dignity.” What is the Two-Finger test? The two-finger test, performed by a medical practitioner, examines …
The Supreme Court ruled that advisory boards under severe preventive detention legislation should not function as mere “rubber-stamping authorities” for the government, but rather as safety valves that stand between the state’s capricious use of power and the right to personal liberty. Legal Provisions Preventive detention is the incarceration of a person without trial or …
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The purpose of the 1973 Code of Criminal Procedure is to establish a mechanism for punishing offenders who violate substantive criminal law. The Preamble of the Cr. P.C., which says “An Act to consolidate and amend the law relating to Criminal Procedure,” reveals the legislative aim and object of the Act. The Cr. P.C is …
The Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) is an effective tool for combating financial crimes. However, a practical approach is essential, particularly when assets are secured by banks and insolvency proceedings are underway under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC). When banks have genuine claims, prioritizing orderly insolvency resolution under the IBC benefits the public. …
On July 31, 2023, the Parliament enacted the Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill, 2023, which revised the Cinematograph Act, of 1952, reinforcing India’s film piracy laws. It is now illegal to record audio videos in any location designated for film exhibition. The bill also includes new forms of film certifications. The Cinematograph Act of 1952 (‘the 1952 …
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The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) has expressed concern over the draft Digital Competition Bill 2024. It stated that this bill could hurt Indian startups and other digital businesses. IAMAI is a major industry organization that represents a wide range of digital entities, including large technology companies. Digital Competition Bill The law proposes …
On November 7, 2023, a day after a licentious video of actor Rashmika Mandanna leaked on multiple social media sites, she released a statement questioning its validity. The actor’s visage had unintentionally been overlaid on the body of a British Indian influencer. This is an example of a ‘Deepfake’ video, which was named after the …
Manipur is in the grip of a severe battle between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo groups. The Indian government enforced internet restrictions in Manipur to combat violence and misinformation. The government’s plan to shut down the internet in the state on May 3, 2023, has now been in effect for more than 200 days, and netizens’ …
Recent demonstrations by transporters and commercial drivers in Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, and Punjab have put light on the problematic Section 106 (2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023. This clause, which prescribes heavy penalties for hit-and-run occurrences, has been a focal point of anger in the driving community. What is the Hit-and-Run Law? Provisions …
