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Darwin’s Theory in Legal Profession

Mukesh Kumar
Updated on 09-May-2023 10:17:52

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Some ideas are capable enough to change world; one of such ideas or theories was Charles Darwin’s theory, which defines the ‘survival of the fittest.” This theory is no applicable in science field, but also keeps importance in the field of law. Darwin and His Theory Born on 12 February 1809, Charles Robert Darwin was an English naturalist, biologist, and geologist; however, he became popular because of his contributions to evolutionary biology. He proposed that that all species of life have descended from a common ancestor, which later accepted and considered a fundamental concept in science. Because of his ... Read More

Dark Side of Domestic Violence

Mukesh Kumar
Updated on 09-May-2023 10:06:25

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Domestic violence can take many forms, including physical, verbal, emotional, economic and religious. Domestic violence against women is a violation of human rights and is a crime under Indian law. Contrary to popular belief, more and more men are the target of harassment and psychological and physical abuse by women. Men's rights activists in India have long argued that some of the country's laws discriminate against men. What is Meaning of Dark Side of Domestic Violence? Domestic violence in India includes domestic violence perpetrated by a relative, but mostly by female family members or relatives. It can be defined ... Read More

Damages: Meaning and Types

Mukesh Kumar
Updated on 09-May-2023 10:00:35

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Tort law is the one of branches of civil law that deals with the legal responsibilities and obligations of individuals and organizations towards others. Tort law seeks to provide a legal remedy for those who have suffered harm as a result of the wrongful actions of another party. The aim of tort law is to compensate the injured party for their losses, to deter others from committing similar wrongful acts, and to uphold societal values of fairness, justice, and accountability. Meaning of Damages In tort law, damages are monetary compensation awarded to the plaintiff (injured party) by the defendant ... Read More

Cumulative Exposure: Meaning and Features

Mukesh Kumar
Updated on 09-May-2023 09:47:58

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When exposed to a source of damage that could lead them to submit a claim, policyholders can frequently tell right away. For instance, a homeowner with home insurance would be aware of the need to submit a claim if they discovered that their house had been broken into. Similar to this, a person with auto insurance would submit a claim right away after getting in an accident. Since the type and timing of the acts involved are apparent and occur just before the claim is filed, these instances are consequently generally simple to process from the insurance company's ... Read More

Criminal Tribes Act, 1871

Mukesh Kumar
Updated on 08-May-2023 15:16:15

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The Criminal Tribes Act of 1871 was among the harshest laws the British Colonial State ever legislated. Millions of semi-nomadic and nomadic tribes were labeled as criminals and placed under constant government watch. In August 1949, the Criminal Tribes Act of 1871 was abolished, and in 1952, the so-called criminal tribes were de-notified. The Criminal Tribes Act of 1871 was repealed in favor of the Habitual Offenders Act of 1952. What does Criminal Tribes Act of 1871 Define? There have been several laws in India since the 1870s, during the British period. The Criminal Tribes Act was the name of ... Read More

Criminal Justice and Human Rights

Mukesh Kumar
Updated on 08-May-2023 15:12:44

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Criminal Justice has been derived from two words: criminal and justice. Criminal justice explains that even criminals deserve unbiased trial and honest justice. This can be provided to them only through the rights which are exclusively provided to them by the constitution of the land. Likewise, human rights are natural rights that any person possess by default. What is Criminal Justice? Criminal justice refers to a system by which a person who is accused of any crime gets justice. A person, accused of any crime, needs a proper representation of his case. Until it is proven guilty in the ... Read More

Crime of Passion

Mukesh Kumar
Updated on 08-May-2023 15:06:13

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In order to refute the mens rea requirement, the "crime of passion" defense asserts that there was no malice aforethought and that the crime was instead done in the "heat of passion." A successful "crime of passion" defense may lead to a conviction for manslaughter or second-degree murder in some jurisdictions rather than first-degree murder because a defendant cannot typically be found guilty of first-degree murder without proof that the crime was premeditated. Meaning of Crime of Passion A legal term known as "crime of passion" refers to criminal behaviour that is motivated by a strong emotional reaction ... Read More

Court Martial under Airforce Act

Mukesh Kumar
Updated on 08-May-2023 14:31:26

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The Indian Air Force (IAF) is one of the most essential branches of the Indian Armed Forces. The IAF has its own legal system to regulate its personnel, just like all other branches of the Indian military. The most important piece of legislation that establishes the IAF's legal framework is the Air Force Act of 1950. The Act specifies the roles, responsibilities, and authority of IAF personnel as well as guidelines for disciplinary measures. The Court Martial is one of the disciplinary processes granted by the Act. Meaning of Court Martial A Court Martial is a military court ... Read More

Code of Conduct and Contempt of Court

Mukesh Kumar
Updated on 08-May-2023 15:01:20

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The legal system that exists now is the culmination of a protracted journey that began with the divine rule that was announced and continued through the natural law and further to the present-day positive law. In addition to punishing those who attempt to undermine the legitimacy or authority of the legal systems, contempt of court is a matter that pertains to the idea that justice should be administered equitably. What is Meaning of Contempt of Court? The Contempt of Court can be referred to as disrespectful or disobedient towards the court of law, wilfully failing to obey the ... Read More

Code of Ethics and Conduct for Advocates under Advocates Act

Mukesh Kumar
Updated on 08-May-2023 14:22:55

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The Advocates Act, of 1961 is a comprehensive law that governs the behavior and education of legal professionals in India. The Bar Council of India was intended to be established by the legislature, and state bar councils established a number of disciplinary committees to address attorney misconduct. Advocate enrollment and admission, as well as the right to practice advocacy, are governed by the Advocates Act of 1961. Sections 35 to 44 of Chapter V are listed to check the advocate's actions. The law has granted the Bar Council of India sanctioning authority in order to maintain attorney discipline ... Read More

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