Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal said the government and Law Commission are actively finalising the Advocates Protection Act to ensure safety and insurance for lawyers. A key meeting on December 8 will discuss reforms, including amendments to the Advocates Act.
The Supreme Court will hear a plea on March 18 seeking to bar candidates facing serious criminal charges from contesting elections. The petition aims to strengthen electoral integrity by preventing individuals accused of grave offenses from entering public office. The case raises concerns about criminalization in politics and its impact on governance.
The 22nd Law Commission of India proposes decentralizing powers between Central and state governments for more effective pandemic management, aiming to create a flexible and collaborative governance structure. This recommendation stems from lessons learned during the COVID-19 crisis, emphasizing the need for a resilient system that can promptly respond to diverse health emergencies.
The 22nd Law Commission of India’s 285th report, ‘The Law of Criminal Defamation,’ emphasizes the delicate balance between freedom of expression and the right to reputation, advocating for the retention of criminal defamation within India’s legal framework. The comprehensive analysis, led by Chairperson Ritu Raj Awasthi and a distinguished panel, proposes a legal mechanism that safeguards both individual reputations and the right to free speech.
Delhi High Court Declines to Direct Legislature on Uniform Civil Code, Citing Supreme Court Precedent and Law Commission’s Role In a recent judicial development, the Delhi High Court has chosen not to proceed with a series of petitions advocating for the establishment and implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) across India. This decision aligns […]
The Law Commission of India, in its recent report, has advised the Union government to retain the existing age of consent, which stands at 18, under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO), 2012. The recommendation comes in light of concerns surrounding child abuse, trafficking, and prostitution. The report states, “After a careful […]