Abstract: The dawn of the digital age severely impacted the structure of the society in all its facets and caused a complete shift in the performance of necessary and day to day activities such as communication, access to information, social and cultural engagement etc. The surge of connections made through social media, online platforms and encrypted messaging made sharing of views, ideas and information convenient, and accessible to everyone across geographical boundaries w

ABSTRACT This paper explores the normative and practical intersection between human rights and social justice. While traditionally viewed as distinct domains with human rights focusing on baseline legal protections and social justice addressing broader egalitarian distribution, this study argues that neither concept can be fully realized in isolation. Through an analysis of historical movements and international legal frameworks, the research demonstrates how human rights pro

ABSTRACT What is rape ? Is it only about having sexual intercourse with an adult or minor, fear of intimidation,penetration and manipulating the women’s any body part? Or does it include, against of willingness, lackof free consent(coercion) orabsence of voluntary consent and psychologicalpressure also? Under section 63 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita2023, Rape is committed when a man engages in sexual intercourse or other specified sexual acts involving penetration of a woman

Abstract The Indian prison system, inherited from colonial legislative architecture and largely governed by the Prisons Act of 1894, has long operated on a punitive rather than a reformative premise. This paper undertakes a critical legal and policy analysis of prisoner reforms in India, situating the discourse within the constitutional guarantees of Articles 14, 19, and 21, as interpreted and expanded through landmark judicial pronouncements. The primary objective of this re

ABSTRACT The issue of marital rape remains one of the most contested and unsolved legal debates in India. While rape is criminalized under Indian Law, sexual intercourse by a husband with his wife continues to remain exempt from prosecution under the marital rape exception, historically contained under Exception 2 to Section 375 of the IndianmPenal Code, 1860. This legal position has generated intense constitutional, social, and judicial debate concerning the autonomy, dignit

Abstract Human rights and social justice are fundamental principles that promote human dignity, equality, freedom, and fairness in society. Human rights refer to the basic rights and freedoms that belong to every individual regardless of nationality, race, religion, gender, or social status. Social justice focuses on the fair distribution of resources, opportunities, and privileges within society. Together, these concepts form the foundation of democratic governance and susta

Abstract Solitary confinement for juveniles persists across American detention facilities despite growing judicial recognition that children occupy a constitutionally distinct category from adults. The Supreme Court’s trilogy of Roper, Graham, and Miller has progressively anchored Eighth Amendment protection in what developmental neuroscience reveals about adolescent cognition and capacity for change. Yet conditions of confinement within those same facilities have received fa

I. Introduction Sexual violence is among the gravest offences recognised by criminal law because it strikes at a person's bodily integrity, dignity, and autonomy. In India, the offence of rape has traditionally been defined as a gender-specific crime, with women recognised as victims and men as perpetrators. Despite the comprehensive overhaul of criminal laws through the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS), this fundamental approach remains unchanged. The rationale behind ret

The legal profession has long been a field dominated by men, but women have steadily broken through barriers to claim their rightful place in law. Their journey has been marked by determination, resilience, and significant achievements despite facing numerous obstacles. This article explores the historical path of women in law, the challenges they continue to face, and the contributions of pioneering women lawyers, judges, and scholars in India and worldwide. It also examines

Marital rape remains one of the most contentious and sensitive issues in India’s legal and social discourse. Despite growing awareness about women's rights and bodily autonomy, Indian law continues to exclude non-consensual sex within marriage from the definition of rape. This blog explores the current judicial position on marital rape in India, tracing its historical roots, constitutional challenges, recent court observations, and comparative perspectives from other countrie

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming many industries, and the legal profession is no exception. As AI tools become more sophisticated, they are reshaping how legal work is done, raising questions about whether AI represents a threat to lawyers or an opportunity to improve legal services. This blog explores the role of AI in the legal sector, its impact on lawyers and law firms, ethical concerns, employment challenges, and the future of AI in Indian legal practice. The

Live-in relationships have become increasingly common in India, reflecting changing social attitudes and the desire for personal freedom. Yet, the legal recognition of such relationships remains complex and evolving. This blog explores the legal framework surrounding live-in relationships in India, focusing on constitutional protections, rights of women and children, relevant laws, landmark court rulings, social challenges, and the judiciary’s progressive approach. The aim is