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State of Tamil Nadu vs. Governor of Tamil Nadu (Supreme Court, 8 April 2025)

Introduction In a historic and precedent-setting judgment dated 8 April 2025, the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India adjudicated a constitutional crisis that had been brewing between the elected executive of Tamil Nadu and its titular head,

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Judgment, Order, Decree: Legal Terms Demystified

Introduction Even though the terms judgment, order, and decree are often used interchangeably, there are key differences among them. It is essential to know their definitions and meaning to excel in the field of civil law.

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Last Seen Theory: Takeaways From Padmanabh Judgment

The “Last Seen Theory” is an important principle in circumstantial evidence under Indian criminal law. It plays a pivotal role in cases where direct evidence is lacking. “Last Seen Theory”: What Is It? The “Last Seen

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Criminal Case Procedure: FIR Vs Complaint Case

Criminal law in India is primarily governed by the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC), which prescribes the procedural framework for investigation, inquiry, trial, and sentencing. With the recent introduction of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita,

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Mutual Divorce Filing In India: Peaceful Way To End Marriage

Two individuals can lose their love without getting into a verbal altercation. That is one of the benefits of mutual consent divorce, a civilised way out when both partners take the view that the marriage has

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Civil Procedure On Your Tips: Hack Legal Profession

Introduction To Civil Procedure It is  often said in law schools and courtrooms alike – “If you know the Civil Procedure Code well, you know how to move in court.” This is because civil procedure is

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Foreign Advocates And Indian Arbitration:Legal Standing

For decades, the Indian legal profession remained closed to foreign participation. Now, a quiet but significant shift has taken place. A recent amendment by the Bar Council of India (BCI) has opened the gates cautiously. Foreign

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Maintenance In Void Marriage: Recent SC Verdict

Introduction Maintenance Rights for Spouses in Marriage is a burning issue in Indian Matrimonial Jurisprudence. Addressing maintenance rights in void marriages, the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India has pronounced a remarkable ruling in the case of

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Special Leave Petition: A Unique Legal Remedy in India

The Indian judicial system, through its layered framework, allows for multiple stages of appeal. However, in certain exceptional situations where no direct appeal lies, the Special Leave Petition (SLP) under Article 136 of the Constitution of

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Irretrievable Breakdown & Article 142: Divorce Beyond Fault in India

Introduction “Irretrievable” simply means something that cannot be repaired or fixed like a brokenrelationship that cannot be brought back to life.So what is the situation when a marriage is emotionally ended, but the court cannot notice

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