Special Session of Parliament
A Special Session of Parliament, as announced by Pralhad Joshi, the Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, is set to take place from September 18 to…
Polity
SC Order on ‘Self Respect’ Marriages
In a recent development on August 28, the Supreme Court of India made significant observations regarding the validity of ‘self respect’ marriages, also known as…
Basic Structure Doctrine- Background, Implications & Challenges
The Indian Constitution is a living document that has undergone several amendments since its inception. One significant aspect of the Indian Constitut…
‘Whole Life Orders’ in UK
Recent news from the UK has highlighted a significant legal development – the introduction of mandatory “whole life orders” for the most heinous crimes. Implementation…
Climate Litigation- Highlights of the Historic Held v State of Montana
In a historic decision on August 14, 2023, sixteen young residents of Montana won a landmark case, Held v State of Montana, against their state over c…
National Icon for ECI
News: Tendulkar’s Endorsement In a momentous occasion, Sachin Tendulkar, a revered figure in Indian cricket, signed a memorandum with the ECI. This agreement spans a…
Asset Declaration – A Necessity for Judges?
The transparency of the judiciary system and its representatives is a vital aspect of maintaining public trust. The recent recommendation by a parliam…
Committee of Privileges
Recent news has highlighted the pivotal role played by the Committee of Privileges within the Indian parliamentary system. This committee is entrusted with maintaining the…
India’s Constitutional Democracy- What Role do the Courts Play?
The journey of India post-independence has been a collective endeavour to establish a democratic framework built on the tenets of liberty, equality, a…
