Introduction The theory of evolution befits law as well; to be in existence, a law should update itself in tandem with the changing societal needs so as not to impede the systematic progression of civilization. Comprehensively, the concept of judicial …
Indian Evidence Act, 1872: What is its Significance? The Indian society of the early 1800s was one that was based on the traditions and customs practices by the different sections of the society. The Indian society was divided into various …
Introduction Court procedures do not only look complex, they indeed are. The world of entertainment has deeply impacted our views regarding certain things, and court procedure is one of them. As pleasing and dynamic as it looks on a television …
Introduction Ei incumbit probatio qui dicit, non qui negat – we may not be familiar with the Latin version of the same, but deducing its meaning, it states that “there is a presumption of innocence for every person until he/she …
Introduction The witness is considered an important part of criminal and civil cases. Justice is declared in the Court based on the evidence required to be produced by the witness. A witness is considered to be a person who has …
Introduction In any trial, evidence is considered as the most important part as it is helped by proving the facts, whether it is right or wrong. Based on evidence an accused can be either convicted or acquitted. Under evidence law, …
Introduction Privileged communication is a form of communication in which two or more individuals are in a legally recognized relationship. By this protected relationship, they are not bound to disclose any details of such communication. To protect the sanctity of …
Introduction Law is the supreme governing institute above all. There are two types of body of laws- Adjective laws and Substantive laws. Adjective law includes those sections of the law relating to the application of the law and the procedure …
Introduction The Law of Evidence is a system of rules for ascertaining controverted questions of fact in judicial proceedings or inquiries. The Indian law of evidence is enumerated in the Indian Evidence Act, 1872. The Act, although colonial, holds substantive …
Introduction Water is an indispensable and essential natural resource. It is an endowment of the nature. As such, access to water is a natural right, being a part of the “Right to life”. In Susetha v. State of Tamil Nadu[1], …