Delegated Legislation and its Control

Delegated Legislation and its Control

Introduction According to M.P. Jain, “ the term is used in two different senses: to exercise the legislative power by subordinate agents, or the subsidiary rules themselves which are made by the subordinate authority in pursuance of the powers conferred on it by the legislature”. Delegated legislation is generally a type of law made by … Read more

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An Overview of Right to Equality under Article 14 of the Constitution

An Overview of Right to Equality under Article 14 of the Constitution

Table of Contents Introduction Equality before Law Equality before the law and absolute equality Equality before the law and Rule of Law Equal protection of the Laws Equality – A positive concept: Basawaraj v. the Spl. Land Acquisition Officer Access to Justice Protection against arbitrariness The doctrine of legitimate expectation Constitutional Validity of Special Courts … Read more

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Know how to use the ‘Make in India’ logo

Know how to use the Make in India logo

Table of Contents Introduction Sectors of focus for the scheme The Procedure for acquiring permission for the use of the MII logo Format to be followed while applying for permission to use the ‘Make in India’ logo Usage of MII logo Who does not need permission to use the MII logo? Who can use the … Read more

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General defences under law of torts

General defences under law of torts

Table of Contents Introduction Meaning of General Defences Volenti non fit injuria The consent must be free Consent obtained by fraud Consent obtained under compulsion Mere knowledge does not imply assent Negligence of the defendant Limitations on the doctrine’s scope Rescue cases Unfair Contract Terms Act, 1977 (England) Negligence Liability Volenti non fit injuria and … Read more

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A comparative analysis of lay-off and retrenchment

Table of Contents Introduction Understanding the concept of lay-off under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 Conditions essential for a lay-off Section 25A of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947: non-applicability of compensation on industries Section 25B of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947: continuous service Conditions precedent for providing compensation to a laid-off workman Conditions for non-applicability … Read more

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A comparative analysis of lay-off and retrenchment

Table of Contents Introduction Understanding the concept of lay-off under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 Conditions essential for a lay-off Section 25A of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947: non-applicability of compensation on industries Section 25B of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947: continuous service Conditions precedent for providing compensation to a laid-off workman Conditions for non-applicability … Read more

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Reply to a legal notice

Table of Contents Introduction What is Legal Notice? The objective of Legal Notice Reply to a legal notice What happens if the person doesn’t respond to a Legal Notice? Benefits of a Legal Notice Legal notice must mention the following points The procedure of sending a legal notice Cases in which legal notice is served … Read more

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Criminal Intimidation, Insult and Annoyance under the Indian Penal Code, 1860

Table of Contents Introduction Criminal Intimidation The extent of nature of the threat The nature of the injury threatened Punishment for criminal intimidation Criminal intimidation by anonymous communication The act caused by inducing a person to believe that he will be rendered an object of the Divine displeasure Intentional insult with intent to provoke breach … Read more

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Emergency in India: Explanation of Article 352-360 under the Constitution

Table of Contents Introduction National Emergency Procedure for revoking emergency Territorial Extent of Proclamation Duration of Emergency Effects of Proclamation of Emergency Extension of Executive Powers of the Centre Effects of Proclamation of Emergency 1) Executive 2) Legislative 3) Financial 4) Extension Life of Lok Sabha 5) Suspension of Fundamental Rights guaranteed by Article 19 … Read more

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Top 10 three years law colleges in India

While everyone is obsessed about 5 years law courses, 3 years law courses get a bit of step motherly treatment. The National Law Universities do not have 3 years courses. However, there are some 3 years law colleges that are truly reputable and has contributed way more than even any National Law University. Also, when … Read more

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Child custody with respect to Indian laws

Table of Contents Introduction Factors which contribute to the welfare of a child Rights of parents over minor child after divorce Forms of child custody available in India Physical custody of the child Awarding of joint custody Third party custody Sole custody Determination of the kind of custody to be granted Custody rights of a … Read more

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Misuse of Section 498A under IPC

Table of Contents Introduction Meaning of Section 498A Ingredients of this Section Misuse of Section 498A in the modern era Constitutional validity of Section 498A Recovery in case of false accusations Suggestions Time-bound trial and investigation Bailable Compoundable Family Counselling Centres Role of Women NGOs Penalty for making false accusations An investigation by Civil Authorities … Read more

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Separation of Powers

Introduction The separation of powers is imitable for the administration of federative and democratic states. Under this rule the state is divided into three different branches- legislative, executive and judiciary each having different independent power and responsibility on them so that one branch may not interfere with the working of the others two branches. Basically, … Read more

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8 Important Rights of Private Employees Under the Indian Labour Laws

Recently, while I was switching jobs, I went through my erstwhile employment contract and the engagement letter to analyse what are the real-life implications of my resignation. Sadly, due to lack of legal understanding, I could not claim my bonus based on the agreement. I realised I had to know how to draft a resignation … Read more

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