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Supreme Court on Stray Dogs Menace – Judgment
Suo motu cognizance was taken by the Supreme Court on stray dogs menace primarily due to a series of alarming media reports and public outcry about increasing incidents of dog bites, child fatalities, and public health risks across urban areas – especially in Delhi-NCR.. 1. Facts behind suo motu cognizance by Court The case stems […]
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Misuse of Adjournments: Supreme Court Judgments
Misuse of Adjournments or prayers for repeated adjournments is Abuse of Process of the Court and has significant legal consequences. 1. What is an Adjournment? Adjournment refers to the postponement or suspension of a court hearing or proceeding to a later date. This can happen in civil, criminal, or other types of legal cases. Adjournments […]
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Supreme Court on Public Prosecutors – Judgments
Landmark Judgments of Supreme Court on role of Public Prosecutors in Judicial System. Who is a Public Prosecutor? What are the Powers of a Public Prosecutor? Responsibilities of a Public Prosecutor? Can a Public Prosecutor withdraw a criminal case? Answers to these and many more questions would be found here… 1. Introduction – Who is […]
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Supreme Court on Case Diary – Judgments
Case Diary is an important tool in the criminal investigation process, ensuring that all actions taken by the police are documented and are open to scrutiny by police and the courts. 1. What is a Case Diary? A Case Diary refers to the record maintained by the police during the investigation of a criminal case. […]
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Statement of Objects and Reasons (SOR)
1. What is Statement of Objects and Reasons? The Statement of Objects and Reasons (SOR) is an important document that accompanies the introduction of a bill in the legislature. It provides a clear explanation of the purpose and objectives behind the proposed law. It outlines the context, issues, and rationale that prompted the need for […]
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False Affidavit: Supreme Court Judgments
Filing a false affidavit or swearing to a false affidavit is a serious offence and can have significant legal consequences. 1. What is an Affidavit? An affidavit is a sworn written statement of fact that is used as evidence in legal proceedings. 2. Filing false affidavit is an Offence When a person submits a false […]
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What are Doctrines in Law?
Doctrines in Law or Legal Doctrines are established principles, rules, or theories that guide legal reasoning, interpretation, and application. 1. Introduction: Legal Doctrines Legal Doctrines are fundamental ideas that underpin legal systems and help shape judicial decisions. Doctrines often emerge from judicial decisions, statutory interpretation, and legal scholarship. 2. Definition and Purpose: Doctrines in Law […]