Defamation law in India: IPC Section 499 and 500
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Defamation law in India: IPC Section 499 and 500

Reputation once harmed cannot be recovered! Just like it happened in the case of Rahul Gandhi who even got disqualified from the Parliament when he was sentenced to maximum punishment for defamation under IPC. Defamation is an important concept under criminal law which highly impacts the political and social life of the individuals. Defamation not only damages someone’s reputation, but also impacts their career, attracts criminal penalties and compensation.

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Khalistan Movement: History & Rise in India
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Khalistan Movement: History & Rise in India

Will it be 1984 like situation again? Are we going to see one of the biggest riots in India? India had already witnessed the gruesome riot of 1984, “The anti-Sikh riot”, followed by Indira Gandhi’s assassination. It was back then when Khalistan movement gained the limelight.

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Criminal Trespass IPC
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Criminal Trespass IPC

Have you ever experienced a situation where a person is entering a place forcefully and committing a crime? Of course, in movies, we’ve noticed such scenes, but in reality, it’s a crime and can attract a difficult punishment in future. Wanna know more about it? Keep scrolling!

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How to prepare for LLM in Tata Institute of Social Sciences(TISS NET)?
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How to prepare for LLM in Tata Institute of Social Sciences(TISS NET)?

School of Law, Rights and Constitutional Governance, Tata Institute of Social Sciences offers Masters in Law to LLB graduates in a different course structure which merges law with social sciences. The program provides for specialization in Access to Justice, a concept of Human Rights. 

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Anti-smoking Laws in India
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Anti-smoking Laws in India

If you’re a movie fan, we’ll assume you all know Mukesh! His disease scares the hell out of people but do we all know the consequences and laws regarding his smoking habits? Some consequences are displayed in the visuals but what about the history, laws and other important information? If you don’t wanna be the next Mukesh.. Keep on surfing the blog!!

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Judgments of the February month 2023
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Judgments of the February month 2023

There is no dull day in the Courts of India. Whether it is the Apex Court or the High Courts, a number of judgments are passed which are important for students of law, not only for academic reasons but also for a surprise question that might come your way because you are supposed to know these things. We have compiled some of the important judgments of the month of February in one place to make it easier and more accessible for you. 

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AMASR ACT: Archaeological Sites & Ancient Monuments in India
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AMASR ACT: Archaeological Sites & Ancient Monuments in India

With one of the greatest civilisations in the world, that is, the Indus Valley civilisation and with the emergence of many subsequent empires and kingdoms, India became one of the world’s archaeological gems with thousands of these archaeological sites, many of which are accessible to travellers & tourists. So, undoubtedly, these monuments are like a treasure for our nation and a symbol of pride for their civilisations. 

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The Lodi Dynasty: History & Rulers
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The Lodi Dynasty: History & Rulers

The fifth and last dynasty of the Delhi sultanate, the Lodi dynasty, was of Afghan descent. One of the Afghan Sardars who had settled in Punjab was Bahlul Lodi. During the Sayyid era, he received the Sirhind iqta. The Khokhars were a ferocious, warlike clan that lived in the Salt Ranges of present-day Pakistan. Bahlul Lodi restrained their rising influence. Muhammad Shah called Sayid Sultan of Delhi to ask for assistance in fending off a Malwa attack. Bahlul remained in Delhi even after thwarting the attempt. In 1451, Bahlul and his troops seized possession of Delhi. For instance, Delhi's "Lodhi" Gardens are examples of tombs built in the Lodhi Dynasty's garden architecture style.

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The Sayyid Dynasty: History, Founder & Rulers
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The Sayyid Dynasty: History, Founder & Rulers

In 1414, Khizr Khan, a former Multan governor, established the Sayyid Dynasty. The Tughlaq Dynasty was replaced by this one, which lasted for 37 years, from 1414 until 1451. The Lodi Dynasty succeeded it as the fourth dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate.

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The Slave Dynasty: History & Rulers
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The Slave Dynasty: History & Rulers

The Slave Dynasty or Mamluks of Delhi sultanate gave birth to the first Islamic rulers of India. The Ghurid rule declined when Muhammad Ghori died in 1206 CE; however, his slave generals formed different kingdoms out of the empire. The rulers of that era are as follows:

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Tips and Tricks to Crack CLAT UG 2024
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Tips and Tricks to Crack CLAT UG 2024

The Common Law Admission Test, more commonly known as the CLAT exam, has gained increasing popularity among students and has seen the number of applicants going up drastically. The increasing number of applicants has meant that the exam has become more competitive than ever, requiring a well-thought-out plan. If you are planning to crack CLAT this year, we are there to assist you with our course on CLAT UG 2024. Enroll now

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Top 10 Highest Paid Lawyers in India
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Top 10 Highest Paid Lawyers in India

Practising law has long bee­n seen as one of the­ most respected care­ers in India. In India, there are lots of lawyers, and they charge different amounts for their work. For example, Harish Salve, who represented India in the Kulbhushan Jadhav case for just ₹ 1/-. But some lawyers charge a lot, especially when working for big companies.

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Can Buildings be Trademarked?
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Can Buildings be Trademarked?

Do you know what is common among the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Mumbai, the Eiffel Tower in Paris, and the Sydney Opera House in Australia? Well, they are not just iconic monuments; they also hold trademarks as buildings due to their architectural brilliance.

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Communal Violence & Riots in India
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Communal Violence & Riots in India

Thousands of people have been killed in Hindu- Muslim communal violence/ riots since 1950s as our independent India is yet to see a violence- free nation . The conflict between these communities in our country is absolutely communal. But what causes communal riots in India? India is dominant with two major communities, Hindus & Muslims, wherein the Muslim community in India is the second largest community, that is, nearly 200 million Muslims after Hindus. So, the cases of violence between them is not very uncommon. This article deals with the riots in India with particular references to the demolition of the Babri Masjid in 1992 and the genocide of Muslims in Gujarat riots in 2002 etc. 

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Doctrines of Indian Constitution
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Doctrines of Indian Constitution

Judicial doctrines form a significant part of the Indian constitution, which is usually considered a part of the Indian judiciary. A doctrine simply means a principle, belief, or position often held by authorities like courts, or it can be a rule, a theory or a tenet of law. There are several judicial doctrines applied under the Indian Constitution that law students find difficult to remember. So, let's wrap up every important doctrine in this article. 

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Top 10 Landmark Cases of Constitution
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Top 10 Landmark Cases of Constitution

So, college students often struggle with case laws, especially on the subject of the constitution. Here is the list of 10 landmark judgments of the Constitution of India. These cases are important not only for your college exams but will also help you in Judiciary exams. So, let’s get started!

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CLAT 2024 Syllabus: Which subject to focus for CLAT UG exam?
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CLAT 2024 Syllabus: Which subject to focus for CLAT UG exam?

One thing which lets you know what the exam is about & how you need to strategise your studies is none other than the syllabus. Good syllabus knowledge helps you strategise your study plan and time management simultaneously. The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) has now prescribed the CLAT 2024 syllabus for UG and PG programmes. So, stop procrastinating and start strategising your prep accordingly.

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The 105th Amendment of Indian Constitution
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The 105th Amendment of Indian Constitution

So, the latest Amendment brought into the Indian Constitution is the 105th Amendment Act of 2021. It mainly focuses on restoring the authority of state government to identify Other Backward Classes (OBCs) that are socially and economically backward. The Act was passed on 18 August 2021. This blog covers the explanation of the 105th Amendment Act 2021, which will be informative for college students, judiciary aspirants as well as students preparing for competitive exams.

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