This article encompasses the important sections and landmark cases pertaining to the Special Marriage Act, 1954. Introduction In India, marriage is regarded as the most sacred bond between two persons. India, being a secular country and a home to numerous religions and customs, is impossible to keep them closely packed. Mingling into different religions is… Continue reading The Special Marriage Act, 1954 : Applicability, Procedure & Landmark Cases
The Waqf Act, 1995 : History, Powers and Landmark cases
This article has emphasized the concept of Waqf under Muslim Law. The article focuses on the creation of Waqf’s, its types, and its management. The article would be sustained with suitable case laws and legal aspects of it. Introduction Waqf according to the Webster dictionary means an Islamic endowment of property to be held in… Continue reading The Waqf Act, 1995 : History, Powers and Landmark cases
Rights of Illegitimate Children under Hindu Law : Maintenance, Inheritance, Guardianship and Property
The term illegitimacy is derived from a Latin maxim which means “not in accordance with the law”. An illegitimate child is one who is born out of lawful wedlock. The law discriminated against them in various ways, they never had the same privileges under the law as a legitimate child but the rights of illegitimate… Continue reading Rights of Illegitimate Children under Hindu Law : Maintenance, Inheritance, Guardianship and Property
Alienation of Joint Family Property : Power, Rights and Remedies
In this article, we will discuss the concept of alienation of Joint Family Property. We will study who may alienate such property, who may challenge such alienation, and the rights and remedies available to the alienee. Further, we will see some important cases and the current scenario of the subject. Introduction Hindu Law refers to… Continue reading Alienation of Joint Family Property : Power, Rights and Remedies
How to File a Complaint in Consumer Court in India
In the bustling marketplaces of India, consumer rights have become a cornerstone of fair trade and business practices. With an ever-increasing array of products and services, the necessity to protect consumers from malpractices has never been more critical. This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to file a complaint in Consumer Court in India,… Continue reading How to File a Complaint in Consumer Court in India
Legal Notice in India : Procedure, Types & Reply
Introduction Once notice has been given to the entity or person you seek to challenge in court, you can only take legal action against them. Bringing a case to court is made legal through this procedure. Legal notices are the notifications that were sent. Informing the opposing party of your intention to file a lawsuit… Continue reading Legal Notice in India : Procedure, Types & Reply
Discharge Of Contract : Landmark Judgements & Case Laws analysis
[toFc] Hochster v. De La Tour Facts In this case, the defendant concluded an agreement with the plaintiff to act as a courier and to travel with them to Europe but before the commencement of the contract, the defendant informed the plaintiff that they are withdrawing the agreement and they doesn’t need his services anymore.… Continue reading Discharge Of Contract : Landmark Judgements & Case Laws analysis
Applicability of Rule of Strict Liability in India & Case Laws
History and Meaning of the Rule of ‘Strict Liability’ There are circumstances when a person may be held accountable for injury even if he was not negligent in creating it, or even if he had no intention of doing so, or even if he made some proactive attempts to avoid it. In other words, the… Continue reading Applicability of Rule of Strict Liability in India & Case Laws
Rule of ‘Absolute Liability’ : Analysis, Landmark Judgements & FAQs
Introduction The case of Rylands v Fletcher laid down the rule of strict liability for the non-natural use of land. Similarly, the Rule of Absolute Liability was devised for hazardous and inherently dangerous industries to make them accountable for their devastating effect on the people and environment. The Supreme Court heard M.C. Mehta v. Union… Continue reading Rule of ‘Absolute Liability’ : Analysis, Landmark Judgements & FAQs
Negligence under Torts Law : Landmark Judgements & Case Laws analysis
Donogue v Stevenson [1932] A.C. 562. Facts of the Case Mrs Donoghue’s acquaintance bought her a ginger beer from Paisley’s Wellmeadow Café on August 26, 1928. She only drank approximately half of the bottle, which was made of black opaque glass, before pouring the rest into a tumbler. The decomposing remnants of a snail floated… Continue reading Negligence under Torts Law : Landmark Judgements & Case Laws analysis