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Do Doctors need Central Protection Law?

Doctors are seen as saviours, but who is saving them? In 2023, a study by the Indian Medical Association, Kerala, on 2400 doctors revealed that 66% of doctors experienced violence, and 90% faced verbal abuse.

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Legal Separation and Divorce under Hindu Marriage Act

In Family Law, understanding the differences between legal separation and divorce is important. Couples often reach an uncertain path where they must choose between these two terms. While it may seem similar, they have distinct legal meanings.

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Illegal Agreement vs. Unlawful Agreement

While studying the Indian Contract Act, 1872, we come across a lot of agreements, and while understanding about it, these two terms - "unlawful agreement" and "illegal agreement", often make us scratch our heads and become a topic of discussion.

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How New IEA is Different from Old IEA?

The Indian Evidence Act decides what evidence can be used in Indian courts for both civil and criminal cases. But now the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA) is a game-changer for India's criminal laws, replacing the old Indian Evidence Act of 1872 (IEA) with modern and new provisions. It officially came into effect on 1st July 2024 after getting the nod from both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.

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Understanding Data Privacy Laws in India

You may have heard the famous statement from Google’s CEO in 2010: “There was 5 Exabytes of information created between the dawn of civilization through 2003,” he said, “but that much information is now created every 2 days, and the pace is increasing.” It is often said that “Data is the new Oil.” This should be enough to show the importance of data.

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Bonus Shares: Everything You Need To Know

Bonus shares are complimentary shares that a company issues to its current shareholders. These shares are distributed free of cost in proportion to the number of shares an investor already owns.

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The Doctrine of Pious Obligation in Hindu Law

Debts have an important role in Hindu law, particularly regarding the responsibilities of a son to clear his father's debts. This is guided by the Doctrine of Pious Obligation, a unique principle in Hindu jurisprudence. This doctrine highlights a son's moral and spiritual duty to repay his father's debts to ensure their spiritual salvation. This responsibility extends beyond just the son; it includes the grandson and great-grandson as well, as they all inherit property rights by birth.

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History of Juvenile Justice in India

As per the NCRB, last year, minors in the country committed a total of 30,555 crimes; Delhi is 6th on the list, with over 2,340 cases involving minors. In 2020, the cases registered against minors exceeded 2,643.

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Are High-yield dividend stocks good?

Investing is a very complex world, and you need to take into account plenty of factors when picking stocks. Some investors want to see the price of their stocks rise, and they're focused on growth. Others focus on income, seeking companies that pay out regular dividends. High-dividend stocks can be an attractive option for investors looking for a steady income stream.

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Pune Porsche Accident: Story So Far

In a tragic incident in Pune, a 17-year-old driving a Porsche while drunk hit a motorbike and killed two people in Pune. The case drew a lot of public anger when the Juvenile Justice Board granted the minor bail just 15 hours after his arrest.

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Bar Council Enrolment Fees: ₹ 750/- Fixed

Becoming an advocate in India involves several steps. One needs to get a law degree and pass the All India Bar Examination (AIBE). An important step in this process is enrolling with the State Bar Council in your state, which gives a certificate of enrolment to start practising law in the courts.

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Election Petition: Everything You Need to Know

Do you remember when Indira Gandhi was held guilty of corrupt election practices and disqualified from contesting elections for 6 years? This is the most famous Allahabad High Court judgment of 1975, which cancels Indira Gandhi's 4-year-old election from the Rae Bareli constituency due to claimed corruption.

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Is Hindu Marriage Invalid without Proper Ceremony?

India is known for its most expensive elections and weddings. As the wedding industry became the fourth largest in the country, with a whopping ₹4.74 lakh crores in 2023, an interesting question arises: Is marriage merely a celebration, or does it hold deeper significance in the eyes of the law?

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Draft Bot Pro- Legal Drafts in Seconds

For every advocate, lawyer, or law student, legal drafting and research can either make or break a case. However, using traditional tools for drafting and researching can be really challenging. These tools often give inaccurate results, require weeks to complete drafts, and involve significant expenses for multiple subscriptions.

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Is Election Day a Paid Holiday?

Have you ever wondered about the actual value of your vote? In the last Lok Sabha election, the Government spent ₹72 per voter. This raises an important question: Is Election Day just another day on the calendar, or does it hold a special status when it comes to your work hours and pay?

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Asking Votes in Name of Religion is 'Legal' or 'Not'

An election becomes iconic not just because of who will win but also because of the controversial issues that happen. One such big controversy in India's electoral process is the infamous instances where politicians openly appeal for votes in the name of religion or caste.

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Common Tenants’ Rights in India: What Every Renter Should Know!

Recently, the way people live in cities in India has changed a lot. More jobs and a desire for a better lifestyle have made people relocate to cities, leading to a rise in the landlord-tenant relationship dynamic.

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Elections' Myth vs. Reality

You might have heard the news that Linking Voter ID to Aadhaar is now "compulsory," and failing to do so will result in the voter's name being removed from the voter list.

Do Doctors need Central Protection Law?

Legal Separation and Divorce under Hindu Marriage Act

Illegal Agreement vs. Unlawful Agreement

How New IEA is Different from Old IEA?

Understanding Data Privacy Laws in India

Bonus Shares: Everything You Need To Know

The Doctrine of Pious Obligation in Hindu Law

History of Juvenile Justice in India

Are High-yield dividend stocks good?

Pune Porsche Accident: Story So Far

Bar Council Enrolment Fees: ₹ 750/- Fixed

Election Petition: Everything You Need to Know

Is Hindu Marriage Invalid without Proper Ceremony?

Draft Bot Pro- Legal Drafts in Seconds

Is Election Day a Paid Holiday?

Asking Votes in Name of Religion is 'Legal' or 'Not'

Common Tenants’ Rights in India: What Every Renter Should Know!

Elections' Myth vs. Reality

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