Settlement in Divorce by Mutual Consent
Section 13 B of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, provides for divorce by mutual consent, wherein both the parties present a joint petition before the Court, expressing their intention to end their marital ties. Usually, a settlement agreement or mediation report is being made, consisting of terms on which the parties agree, which usually consists...
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Plight of Matrimonial Disputes in India
Matrimonial disputes are the most contested and debated matters which dwells between the question of what is right and what is the law. It is not uncommon that husband or wife initiates false / counterblast proceedings, package of cases such as under Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, Protection of Women From...
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Claim of Juvenility in Criminal Proceedings
The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 (“Act”) has been in effect from 13.12.2015. Amongst its substantial provisions is Section 15 and Section 18, wherein vide Section 15 of the Act, if a crime is committed by a juvenile who has completed or is above 16 years of age, a preliminary assessment...
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Fundamental Rights & Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
Fundamental Rights & Public Interest Litigation (PIL) What Are Fundamental Rights? Fundamental Rights are the basic human rights guaranteed to every citizen of India by the Constitution. They protect individual dignity, equality, and freedom and cannot be taken away by the government without lawful authority. If these rights are violated, a citizen can approach the...
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Criminal Law
Criminal Law What Is Criminal Law? Criminal law deals with acts that are considered offences against society or the state, not just against an individual. When someone breaks a criminal law, the state prosecutes them. If found guilty, the punishment can include imprisonment, fines, or both. In India, criminal matters are primarily governed by the...
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Service Law & Labour Law
Service Law & Labour Law What Is Service Law? Service Law covers the rules and regulations that govern employment in government and public sector organisations. It deals with matters such as recruitment, appointments, promotions, pay, disciplinary proceedings, transfers, regularisation of service, and termination of employment. Government employees who feel they have been unfairly treated can...
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Civil Law
Civil Law What Is Civil Law? Civil law deals with disputes between individuals, companies, or other entities. Unlike criminal law — where the state punishes an offender — civil law is concerned with resolving private disputes and providing remedies such as compensation, return of property, specific performance of a contract, or an injunction (a court...
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Matrimonial & Family Law
What Is Matrimonial & Family Law? Matrimonial & Family Law Matrimonial and family law covers legal matters that arise within family relationships — marriage, divorce, separation, child custody, maintenance (financial support), adoption, and disputes over family property and inheritance. These cases are often emotionally sensitive, and the law tries to balance the interests of all...
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Consumer Protection
Consumer Protection Law What Is Consumer Protection Law? Consumer protection law is designed to protect buyers of goods and services from unfair practices by sellers, manufacturers, and service providers. It gives consumers the right to demand quality, safety, fair pricing, and accurate information — and to seek a remedy when these rights are violated. Who...
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