WITNESS PROTECTION IN INDIA: A FUNDAMENTAL NEED IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM

Author: Komal Awani; 4th  Year, B.A. LL.B. University of Mumbai, Mumbai.

The establishment of the judicial system is based on the fact that witnesses are not afraid, partial, and not intimidated or urged by the court. If witnesses are fired out of fear or intimidation, or out of grace or urge, then the foundation of justice will not only be weakened, it may even be eliminated. The public interest in due justice is as important as the defendant’s personal interest, and even more important. 

CAPITALIZATION OF INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE IN THIS GLOBAL EPOCH: ENCROACHING THE RIGHT OF THE INDIGENOUS POPULATION

Author: Apoorva Sekhar; 3rd Year, B.B.A. LL.B., KIIT School of Law, Orissa

Globalization has reduced the effects of distance to an extent that even the remotest corners of the earth are interconnected with the rest of the world which has given rise to an immense compendium of information at the disposal of individuals who seek it out. Indigenous knowledge forms a part of this system which is often being used by corporate entities and research groups who reap immense commercial benefits without sharing it with the native owners of the information.

EMERGING TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL LABOUR STANDARDS

Author: Prathyusha Kurukunda

With the end of World War I, there was huge unrest all over the world which made it necessary to establish universal peace. League of Nations was established in 1919 to achieve this goal and for the first time, not only the governmental bodies but also representatives of the world of works came together to form International Labour Organization (ILO) during the Peace Conference that put an end to the World War 1.

HONOR KILLING

Author: Meenal Maheshwari; 4th Year, B.A. LL.B., UPES, Dehradun

The Indian Society is a desegregated and conventional society. There are different types of classes, creeds and categories. Everyone thinks that their class is the best overall, and everyone in this class must follow this particular custom in their own life. Customs and traditions, women are regarded as bearers of family honor.

INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT

Author: Mansi Arora; 2nd Year, B.B.A. LL.B., Law Center 1, Faculty Of Law, University of Delhi

In this lengthy and prolonged attempt to build an international rule of law and deliver the offenders of odious crimes before the international criminal court was among the proudest successes Nevertheless, the ICC has withstood allegations of partiality and preferential treatment over its 10 years as an unbiased, independent legal institution which endanger its legitimacy.

NATIONAL SECURITY LAWS AND HUMAN RIGHTS: STORY OF CONFLICTING VIEWS

Author: Aryan Dubey;  4th Year, B.A.LL.B., Sangam University, Bhilwara

It has been a long fight, the fight between human rights and security laws. Nearly all the nations have violated the most basic of human rights when it came to national security concerns. Set up of Guantanamo Bay by America and the expose of the CIA by the Senate showed the ugly side of the west to the east. Similarly, the multiple cases of human rights abuse in the areas where there is a high military presence in India are a matter of grave concern.

OTT & SOCIAL MEDIA

Author: Dipti Dwivedi; 5th Year, B.A. LL.B., Chandigarh University

The internet revolution has generated a massive online market in all industries. The new platforms have established themselves as a source of entertainment for the general public. The availability of a wide range of services at the touch of a finger has had a bigger influence on society. It has risen to prominence as a source of opportunity and employment, but it also intrigues and influences others.

SEDITION

Author: Akhilesh Vyas; 4th Year, B.Com. LL.B., Manipal University, Jaipur

The 1950 Indian Constitution confers on us several fundamental rights. One such right, provided in Article 19(1)(a), is “the right to free speech and expression”. That right is not absolute, however. In particular cases like as preventing the defamation of another person, safeguarding public order and decency, protecting the national integrity, etc., referred to in Article 19(2) which are certain reasonable limits that can be imposed by the State.

VIOLENCE AGAINST ADOLESCENT GIRLS AT EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

Author: Swati Pandey; B.A.LL.B. (Hons.), Amity Law School, Noida

In my research, readers will examine prevailing violence almost every girl face at an educational institution. There are numerous offences committed either by male students or teachers consisting of bullying, blackmailing, corporal punishments, sexual abuse etc. The mirror reflects same picture of other South Asian countries too. United Nations deduced and showed concern regarding violence confronted globally regarding females and laid objectives and declarations to entrust and preserve women dignity.

UNIFORM CIVIL CODE IN INDIA

Author: Ayushi Chawla; 4th Year, B.A. LL.B., Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies, New Delhi

Indian constitution’s preamble states that India is a secular nation. There has been a lot of discussion about what being a secular state means. There have been many definitions or ideas given about what is the function of a secular state government. The biggest conflict which exists is that everyone has the right to follow a religion. The main problem that arises out of this is that one needs to understand what is the extent to which a government should intervene with the religious part.

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