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Clear explanations of Indian law, written for students: concepts, provisions and the cases that shaped them.
The principle of volenti non fit injuria is a key concept in tort law. It applies when someone willingly exposes themselves to a known danger or harm. The idea is that if a person voluntarily assumes the risk associated…
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In India, there are laws related to the recognition of trade unions, but there isn’t a single unified law for officially registering them. To address this, the Indian Parliament passed the Indian Trade Union (Amendment)…
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Trade unions are essential in safeguarding the rights and interests of workers in today’s workforce. When these unions are officially registered under labour laws, they gain certain rights and responsibilities. This art…
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The terms "layoff" and "lockout" are often confused, but they have distinct meanings and important differences. Both involve stopping work, but the reasons behind them, their effects, and their results are quite differe…
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The terms "lockdown" and "shutdown" have become common in our everyday language, especially during events like the COVID-19 pandemic. Although people often use them interchangeably, they actually have different meanings…
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India has made significant progress in empowering women and promoting gender equality in recent years. However, the fight for equal rights and opportunities for women in the workplace is still ongoing. Despite constitut…
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Administrative discretion refers to the ability of government officials to make decisions and choose from various options without being bound by strict rules or criteria. In simpler terms, it means officials have the fr…
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The concept of the separation of powers has ancient roots, dating back to Aristotle in ancient Greece. In the 16th and 17th centuries, the idea was further developed by French philosopher John Bodin and British politici…
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On March 19,2020, former Chief Justice of India, Ranjan Gogoi, took oath as a member of the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of India's Parliament. His nomination was made by the President of India under Article 80 of the C…
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The doctrine of ultra vires is a fundamental concept in administrative law. It serves as the foundation for judicial review to control the actions of administrative authorities. Ultra vires means actions taken beyond th…
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The rule against bias is a core principle of natural justice, ensuring that any decision-making authority is made up of impartial individuals who act fairly and without prejudice. Bias refers to any preconceived opinion…
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Constitutional law and administrative law are closely connected. While administrative law focuses on the organization, powers, functions, and duties of administrative authorities, constitutional law addresses the genera…
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