Criminal law in India is codified primarily in the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and procedural laws like the Code of Criminal ...

The theories of punishment play a crucial role in shaping the criminal justice system in India. These theories not only provide a philosophical foundation for punishment but also influence legislative ...

Criminology provides essential insights into the nature of crime and the factors that contribute to criminal behavior. In the context of the new laws: - Understanding Crime Trends: Criminological ...

The sentencing policy for white collar crimes in India is governed by various statutes rather than a unified legal framework. Key laws include: - Sections 405-409 address criminal breach of trust and ...

-Rehabilitation Over Punishment: There is a growing recognition that rehabilitation is essential for reducing recidivism rates. Modern penological practices focus on reforming offenders rather than ...

The implementation of open prisons in India presents several advantages: - Cost-Effectiveness: Studies have shown that open prisons are significantly cheaper to operate than closed facilities. For ...

The constitutionality of capital punishment in India has been a subject of extensive legal scrutiny and debate, primarily revolving around its alignment with fundamental rights enshrined in the Indian ...

The judiciary in India plays a pivotal role in shaping the legal landscape through its creative interpretation of laws and reliance on judicial precedents. This article explores the tools and ...

Therefore, the Appellate Authority, by virtue of Section 107 C.P.C. read with Section 113 of the Land Reforms Act, cannot entertain a caveat as defined by Section 148-A of the C.P.C. Section 148-A ...

The concerned Court itself came to the conclusion that police custody is not required and has dismissed the application (s) of the prosecution as well as the Complainant. We see no reason to interfere ...

9. It is a common myth that sexual assault must leave injuries. Trial No. 40 of 1998 evaluated the evidence of the prosecutrix (PW2), her father Jawahari Lal (PW-1), Rajendra Singh (PW-4) - treated ...

While the persons involved in genuine cases where the threshold is met should not be spared, the provision should not be deployed against individuals, only to assuage the immediate feelings of the ...