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Leave Them Kids Alone

In a sign of progress, various courts have urged that the age of consent be reduced from 18 years to 16. Even the CJI is against the criminalisation of adolescents engaging in consensual sex

The Unwritten Code

If secularism is part of the basic structure of Indian constitution and our democracy, then the question arises why has the enactment and implementation of the Uniform Civil Code taken a back seat till now? If secularism is to be acceptable by all, so should be the Uniform Civil Code.

New Indian gift mela

After fugitive borrowers have sucked Indian PSU banks dry through NPAs, the RBI suddenly tells them it is okay, come back home, all’s forgiven

How Not To Pursue Law Reform

The Report recommends against the total repeal of the sedition law and is in favour of retaining and enlarging the offence. It could have thought of amendments to terror laws that would study the distinction between anti-State and constitutionally sincere criticism of governance.

A Stitch in Time

With such a long history of traditional dispute resolution in India, it is surprising that the country’s Alternative Dispute Resolution mechanism has still not reached adulthood.

Let’s Care Enough

Despite many companies having ICCs, sexual predators are let off and the victim told “to adjust”. Professional education must be mandatory for the police, MPs and civil servants

Siblings of Destiny

There is no wonder in Justice BV Nagarathna saying that fraternity is not properly understood. Modern India has increasingly seen a declining spirit of fraternity and rising indifference towards injustice as seen in the wrestlers’ issue

Cruelty Vs Culture: Re-writing the Magna Carta of the Rights of Nature?

In an astonishing decision, the Court held that bulls can be regarded as “performing animals” and upheld the concept of ownership of an animal and an individual’s right to employ it in sports.

A Himalayan Task

Some states have asked the public for suggestions for a draft UCC. Regulation of live-in relationships and giving equal rights to women in property are some of the issues that need looking into.

India’s G20 presidency is a game changer for Kashmir, it’s time to showcase Paradise on Earth

By Ashok Bhan After its dismemberment in 1971, Pakistan faces political and economic crises that could threaten its very existence. With the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan and the army...

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