INTRODUCTION Judicial decorum, propriety and discipline require that one should not ignore it. Our system of administration of justice aims at certainty in the law and that can be achieved only if Judges do not ignore decisions by Courts of coordinate authority or of superior authority . The Supreme Court’s split verdict in Centre for […]
As India navigates a transformative phase in its criminal justice system with the coming into force of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, several foundational questions have begun to surface. Among the most pressing are those concerning the interpretation of “grievous hurt” and the proportionality of punishments prescribed for such offences. A close and
Unsettled Law: Ambiguities in ‘Grievous Hurt’ Under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Read More »
The finding of the Hon’ble Supreme Court in The State of Tamil Nadu v. The Governor of Tamil Nadu with respect to the constitutionally stamped avenues available to the Governor pursuant to Article 200 of the Constitution when a bill is presented to him appears to serve justice to the problem. However, does it equally
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Freedom of movement is not just a legal concept, it is central to personal liberty. In Maneka Gandhi v. Union of India , the Supreme Court described it as a cherished right essential to human development. Yet, like all rights, it is not absolute. The law permits restrictions through due process, most commonly in the
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The demand for international air travel has surged over recent decades, prompting economies worldwide to expand and modernize their aviation sectors. Despite increasing passenger traffic, airlines continue to face critical financing challenges due to the high costs of aircraft acquisition, maintenance, and operation. These challenges are amplified during insolvency proceedings, where the absence of effective
Recently, the President had sought the opinion of the Supreme Court in its presidential reference containing 14 questions interlinked with the constitution of India. Inter-alia, reference question no.10 flags confusion pertaining to the limits of the power of the Supreme Court while exercising its powers under Article 142 of the Constitution, i.e., whether the
Constitutional Powers of Supreme Court Under Article 142: Critical Analysis Read More »
We are now accepting submissions for the Lex Erudites Annual E-Journal (2024). Authors are invited to submit manuscripts that focus on socio-legal issues and explore national and international developments in the field of law and society. Submission Requirements: Authors must submit both an abstract and the full manuscript together through our platform, accessible via the
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Lex Erudites is delighted to announce the organization of the International Mediation Conclave in collaboration with the School of Law at Mahindra University and Grayspace Law and Policy Consulting. This prestigious event is set to take place in Hyderabad, India, from August 8th to 11th, 2024. The Conclave will gather a diverse group of dispute-resolution
Lex Erudites is delighted to announce the 3rd International Student Mediation Competition, a collaborative endeavour with Newcastle University, UK. This competition is meticulously scheduled to transpire in a virtual format, spanning from December 1st to 2nd, 2023. Building upon a legacy of prosperous competitions, we anticipate that this year will be even more captivating and
In the case of Gameskraft Technologies Private Limited Versus Directorate General Of Goods decided on 11/05/2023, the Karnataka High Court has ruled that online/electronic/digital Rummy games and other online/electronic/digital games played on Gameskraft’s platforms are not taxable as “betting” and “gambling.” The issue at hand was whether offline or online games like Rummy, which are
