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Child Witness Testimony in Criminal Trials: Supreme Court Establishes Comprehensive Evaluation Framework
Introduction In a landmark judgment that provides crucial guidance on the evaluation of child witness testimony in criminal trials, the Supreme Court of India has established a c
Supreme Court’s Feasibility Concerns on Gram Nyayalayas in India: A Legal Analysis
Introduction The concept of Gram Nyayalayas, or village courts was introduced into India to offer accessible, cost-effective and prompt justice to the rural populace. With over two
Legal Challenges of AI in Criminal Sentencing
Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transformed various sectors, and the legal domain is no exception. One of the most controversial applications of AI is in criminal sen
The Evolving Jurisprudence of the International Criminal Court (ICC)
Introduction The International Criminal Court (ICC) represents a landmark achievement in the pursuit of justice for grave international crimes, including genocide, war crimes, crim
Universal Jurisdiction and the Prosecution of Crimes Against Humanity
Introduction Universal jurisdiction is a principle of international law that allows states to prosecute individuals for certain grave crimes, regardless of where they were committe
The Role of Law in Addressing Gender-Based Violence and Ensuring Women’s Safety
Introduction Gender-based violence (GBV) remains one of the most persistent and egregious violations of human rights globally. It disproportionately affects women and girls, cuttin
Safeguarding Liberty: The Right to Bail in Financial Crime Cases and the Role of Evidentiary Standards
Introduction The Indian legal framework enshrines the fundamental right to life and liberty under Article 21 of the Constitution, which serves as the bedrock for the principle that
Navigating Dismissal for Want of Prosecution in Section 138 NI Act Cases
Understanding the Implications of Dismissal for Want of Prosecution In the realm of criminal law, particularly under the Negotiable Instruments Act (NI Act), a dismissal for want o
Cross-Border Exchange of Biometric Data for Law Enforcement: Navigating Legal Challenges
Introduction The exchange of biometric data across borders for law enforcement purposes is increasingly becoming a vital tool in combating transnational crime, terrorism, and other
Punjab and Haryana High Court Condemns Arbitrary Use of Preventive Detention
Introduction: A Landmark Ruling on Civil Liberties The Punjab and Haryana High Court’s landmark judgment in the case of “Sadha Ram @ Bhajna Ram vs State of Haryana and
