The True Sense of Acceptance in Contract Law
Anson’s law of Contract In Anson’s law of Contract the law is summarised thus: “Acceptance means in general communicated acceptance. * * * * It must be something more than…
Foundations of Judicial Independence
Deep learning in law, incisive and alert mind to quickly grasp the controversy, energy and commitment to resolve the problem are critical elements which make a Judge efficient and enable…
If Grounds of Arrest are not informed, it will vitiate the process of Arrest and Remand- Supreme Court
The purpose of informing to the arrested person the grounds of arrest is salutary and sacrosanct inasmuch as, this information would be the only effective means for the arrested person…
Domestic Violence Act, 2005- In Brief
The Purpose of the Act The very purpose of enacting the DV Act was to provide for a remedy which is an amalgamation of civil rights of the complainant i.e…
The Importance of Openness in Government- Views of Justice Bhagwati
This article is an edited excerpt from SP Gupta Judgement It is obvious from the Constitution that we have adopted a democratic form of Government. Where a society has chosen…
Should there be one-third of Judges in a High Court from Different States- SP Gupta Case
The Suggestion by States Reorganisation Commission The earliest point of time when this view was expressed by a high powered body was in the year 1955, when the States Reorganisation…
The Origin of Collegium in India- SP Gupta Case
This article is an extract from SP Gupta Judgment. Law on this issue has been changed after this judgment. Entrustment of Power to Chief Justice of India and Chief Justice…
Can mandamus issue for fixation of strength of Judges in a High Court: SP Gupta Case
An Edited Excerpt from S.P. Gupta Judgment Article 216 We may first examine the true meaning and import of Article 216 which provides for the constitution of High Courts. This…
Judicial Duty: Upholding Social Justice in Modern Society
It is necessary for every Judge to remember constantly and continually that our Constitution is not a non-aligned national charter. It is a document of social revolution which casts an…
Transit Rent not liable to tax and so not subject to Tax Deducted at Source (T.D.S.): Bombay High Court
Bombay High Court Diary Introduction The real estate sector has witnessed an upswing today after experiencing a lull during the coronavirus pandemic. Buildings which are dilapidated and in a precarious…