Indian Constitution as a Living Document- Growth and Changes with the Time
The Constitution is a living and organic document. It cannot remain static and must grow with the nation. The Constitutional provisions have to be construed broadly and liberally having regard…
Legal Analysis of the Supreme Court Judgment in Ajay Malik v. State of Uttarakhand
1. Introduction The Supreme Court of India, in Ajay Malik v. State of Uttarakhand & Anr. (2025 INSC 118), addressed wrongful confinement and human trafficking allegations against a government officer…
Supremacy of the Constitution and the Doctrine of Separation of Powers in India
In a democratic country governed by a written Constitution, it is the Constitution which is supreme and sovereign. As observed in Raja Ram Pal Vs. Hon’ble Speaker, Lok Sabha &…
Legal Notes on Vijay Madanlal Chaudhry v. Union of India
Introduction The Supreme Court’s decision in Vijay Madanlal Chaudhry v. Union of India is one of the most consequential rulings on the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA). The…
Section 70 of the Indian Contract Act- A Brief Analysis
Section 70 reads thus: “Where a person lawfully does anything for another person, or delivers anything to him, not intending to do so gratuitously, and such other person enjoys the…
Fundamental Rights vs Community Interests – Insights from the Supreme Court Judgment in Ramesh Baghel v. State of Chhattisgarh
Introduction The case of Ramesh Baghel v. State of Chhattisgarh & Others (2025 INSC 109) encapsulates the complex interplay between individual rights, community customs, and state obligations under the Indian…
MACT Matters- Section 163-A and the Liability of the Insurer and Owner in case of Accident
Section 163-A and 166 of the MVA read as follows- “163-A. Special provisions as to payment of compensation on structured formula basis. — (1) Notwithstanding anything contained in this Act…
Juveniles accused of heinous offenses: High Court Judgment in CRR-1298-2024
The judgment delivered by the Punjab and Haryana High Court on December 4, 2024, addresses critical aspects of juvenile justice, particularly concerning the transfer of a juvenile accused of heinous…
Examining the Supreme Court’s Ruling in State of Jharkhand v. Dr. Nishkant Dubey & Ors.: Balancing Jurisdiction and Procedural Compliance
This case reiterates the principle that special laws override general laws in matters of specific jurisdiction.
Gender Neutrality in Bail Jurisprudence: Analyzing Jyoti Alias Kittu v. State Govt. of NCT of Delhi
Introduction The Delhi High Court recently dealt with a significant case that raised questions about gender neutrality in criminal jurisprudence, particularly regarding anticipatory bail. The case, Jyoti Alias Kittu v.…