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Marital Rape And Rape Laws in India

Marital Rape is an Exception to non-consensual sex(RAPE)-IPC Sec 375

Is marital rape a crime? Can a legal framework get through the complexities of marriage? What are the views of different sections of society on marital rape? Can provision for marital rape increase false rape cases? Do Husbands have authority over their wife’s body? Does marriage bind a partner to have sex without consent? Roots […]

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Divorce , Supreme court, marriages

Supreme Court’s Power to Directly Grant Divorce: Shilpa Sailesh v Varun Sreenivasan

In a groundbreaking decision related to divorce and stuff, that has the potential to reshape the landscape of matrimonial law in India, the Supreme Court has asserted its power to directly grant divorces in cases of irretrievable breakdown of marriage. The landmark judgment in Shilpa Sailesh v Varun Sreenivasan not only underscores the Court’s commitment

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Queer marriages

Legal Recognition for Same-Sex and Queer Marriages: The Case of Supriya Chakraborty & Anr Vs. Union of India

The landmark case of Supriya Chakraborty & Anr. vs. Union of India has been a pivotal moment in the fight for LGBTQIA+ rights in India. This case, brought before the Supreme Court of India, sought legal recognition for same-sex marriages under the Special Marriage Act, 1954. The petitions were filed by Supriya Chakraborty and Abhay

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Bail , Kerala High Court

Kerala High Court Mandates Disclosure of Applicant’s Location in Anticipatory Bail Pleas

In a significant ruling, the Kerala High Court has mandated that all anticipatory bail pleas must disclose whether the accused is in India or abroad at the time of filing. This directive aims to ensure transparency and aid the judicial process in making informed decisions. Background and Rationale The decision emerged from a case where

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Supreme Court

Supreme Court’s Landmark Ruling on SC/ST Sub-Classification

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has allowed the sub-classification of Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) for the purpose of reservation benefits. This decision, delivered by a seven-judge Constitution Bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Dr. D.Y. Chandrachud, marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing efforts to ensure

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Hezbollah

Escalation of Conflict: Hezbollah Attacked by Israel

In recent days, the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has intensified dramatically, marking one of the most significant escalations in the region in decades. The situation reached a critical point with the killing of Hezbollah’s leader, Hassan Nasrallah, in an Israeli airstrike in Beirut1. Background Hezbollah, a powerful militant group based in Lebanon and backed

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Supreme Court

Supreme Court Grants Bail to Former Tamil Nadu Minister V Senthil Balaji in Money Laundering Case

In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court of India has granted bail to V Senthil Balaji, a former Tamil Nadu minister and prominent DMK leader, in connection with a money laundering case. This case is linked to an alleged cash-for-jobs scam that occurred during his tenure as the transport minister in an earlier AIADMK

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Bombay High Court Questions Police Actions in Badlapur Sexual Assault Case

Bombay High Court’s 6 Questions To Police Actions in Badlapur Sexual Assault Case

The Bombay High Court has raised serious concerns regarding the police’s handling of the Badlapur sexual assault case, particularly focusing on the encounter that led to the death of the accused, Akshay Shinde. The court’s scrutiny has brought to light several critical issues that demand a thorough investigation. Background of the Case The case involves

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