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­­­­­­­­­­­­­­IMPACT ON INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY IN METAVERSE

Abstract Metaverse is the new oil. Intellectual property rights (IPR) are a product of human curiosity and intelligence, so protecting them in the recent “virtual world” is of greatest need. This paper addresses the issue of trademark, patent, & copyright infringement, while also talking about various legal precedents relating to intellectual property rights in virtual …

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IRRETRIEVABLE BREAKDOWN OF MARRIAGE CAN ALSO BE A GROUND FOR GRANTING DIVORCE

Case Title- SHILPA SAILESH v. VARUN SREENIVASAN Court- Supreme Court of India Bench: Justices S.K. Kaul, Vikram Nath, AS Oka, JK Maheshwari and Sanjiv Khanna Judgement date- May 1, 2023 BRIEF INTRODUCTION The Honourable Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark judgment in this case. It ruled that it has the jurisdiction to dissolve a …

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The Role of Mediation in Resolving Energy Disputes

Abstract “An ounce of mediation is worth a pound of arbitration and a ton of litigation.” Joseph Grynbaum. Mediation is a process where a neutral third party facilitates communication and negotiation between the parties involved in a dispute to reach a mutually agreeable solution. A mediator does not impose a solution but creates a conducive …

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Surinder Singh Deswal & Ors. V/s Virender Gandhi & Anr.

Court – Supreme Court Citation – AIR 2020 SC 415 Appellant – Surinder Singh Deswal Respondent – Virender Gandhi Bench – Justice Ashok Bhushan, Justice M.R.Shah FACTS The appellants were partners at Bhoomi Infrastructure Co., now GLM Infratech Private Limited, when it was in business. The appellant issued a cheque to respondent No. 1 on …

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Google LLC v Competition Commission of India.

Case Caption. Google LLC and Another —————————————–Appellants. Competition Commission of India and Others——————Respondents. Case Number. Civil Appeal Number 229 of 2023. Case Citation. 2023 SC 88. Bench Hon’ble Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, Justice Narsimha and Justice J.J. Pardiwala. Introduction. A market is said to run in a free and fare manner when there exists competition …

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Title: M. Siddiq (D) Thr. LRs. v. Mahant Suresh Das & Ors.

Citation: (2019) 9 SCC 1 Appellant: M. Siddiq (D) Thr. LRs. Respondent: Mahant Suresh Das & Ors. Bench: Hon’ble Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi, Hon’ble Justice Sharad Arvind Bobde, Hon’ble Justice Dhananjaya Y. Chandrachud, Hon’ble Justice Ashok Bhushan, Hon’ble Justice S. Abdul Nazeer Order Date: November 9, 2019 Facts: 1. The dispute centered around a site …

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The Real Struggle for Privacy and National Security in terms of Liberty and Surveillance

Abstract: This legal research paper examines the ongoing conflict between surveillance and individual liberties in the Indian context, focusing on the right to privacy and its clash with national security concerns. The paper delves into the significance of privacy rights and the importance of maintaining collective security, highlighting the need to strike a balance that …

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Manoharlal Sharma v. Narendra Damodardas Modi & Others

Introduction: The Manoharlal Sharma v. Narendra Damodardas Modi & Others case is a notable legal issue that captured the public’s interest and brought up fundamental issues with relation to constitutional law, political accountability, and the authority of elected officials. Manohar Lal, a citizen, was pitted against Narendra Modi, the Indian Prime Minister at the time, …

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CASE COMMENTARY – Vikas Kishanrao Gawali vs The State of Maharashtra

WRIT PETITION (CIVIL) NO. 980 OF 2019 Decided on 4 March 2021 Supreme Court Bench: Hon`ble Justice A.M Khanwilkar, Hon`ble Justice Dinesh Maheshwari & Hon`ble Justice C.T. Ravikumar Facts: This case revolved with the same subject matter as dealt in the holding of N Krishna Murthy Vs. Union of India, which laud down that the …

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M/S N.N. GLOBAL MERCANTILE V.  M/S INDO UNIQUE FLAME LTD.

(2021) 4 SCC 379 SUPREME COURT OF INDIA DATE OF THE CASE: 11 January, 2021  APPELLANT: M/S N.N. Global Mercantile  RESPONDENT: M/S Indo Unique Flame Ltd. LEGAL PROVISIONS: The Indian Stamp Act,1899 and The Arbitration Act, 1940 FACTS: ISSUE RAISED: CONTENSION: Arguments from the Petitioner’s Side: Arguments from the Respondent’s Side: RATIONALE: A constitution bench …

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Understanding Necrophilia and The Issues Surrounded With It.

Abstract Necrophilia[1] can be understood as, when a human being commits any sexual deed or performance with a dead human body which involve sex organs, anus, urethra, or mouth. Necrophilia can be derived from a Greek word nekros meaning corpse and philia means love. The subset necropedophilia means having sexual activity with a dead body …

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Case: – Rohith Thammana Gowda Vs. State of Karnataka & Ors.

                                       In the Supreme Court of India                                           Civil Original Jurisdiction Citation- Civil Appeal No(s). 4987 of 2022 Appellant- Rohith Thammana Gowda Respondent- State of Karnataka & Ors. Bench- A.M. Khanwilkar, C.T. Ravikumar Facts In this case, Rohith Thammana Gowda, who is the father of the child for whose custody case is being fought, wants …

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The Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021- Boon or Bane?

Abstract       Nowadays, Infertility becomes one of the major problem of couples, who want to become parents. Our science had so many scientific and technological advancements in obstetrics[1] and gynecology[2]. Surrogacy is a process in which a lady (who want to become surrogate with her own will) bears and delivers the child for intending couples. But …

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Unaccounted Perils of Christian Women in Succession

APURVA SHANKER 2ND YEAR, B.A.LLB. STUDENT AT NUSRL, RANCHI. ABSTRACT The multicultural depiction of India has often been presented to be that of harmony and cohesiveness with rare disputes of minute significance. The variance occurring out of culture, tradition and faith is accommodated through personal laws. It is, however, true that the personal laws are …

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FROM WOMB TO WORLD: AN ANALYSIS OF ABORTION LAWS IN INDIA

ABSTRACT Even in the twenty-first century, the majority of women in India still lack access to appropriate abortion facilities. Women’s lives continue to be significantly impacted by abortion. They may have to terminate it at home in some circumstances since the hospital will admit them as a patient. The women in our nation continue to …

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Case Brief of Olga Tellis and Ors. Vs. Bombay Municipal Corporation and Ors.

This Legal case commentary focuses on Olga Tellis and Ors. Vs. Bombay Municipal Corporation and Ors[i] (“Olga Tellis”). It focuses on specific legal issues regarding Article 21, the constitutional validity of some provisions in the BMC Act, 1888, the right to livelihood, and the validity of the rule of estoppel followed by the conclusion and …

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Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay v. Union of India

Court: The Supreme Court of India Suit Type: T.P.(C) 1249-1250/2020 Petitioner: Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay; Shahida Quraishi Respondent: Union of India Bench: Hon’ble Justice D.Y. Chandrachud (CJI), Hon’ble Justice P.S. Narasimha, Hon’ble Justice J.B. Pardiwala Petition Filed on: October 26th, 2020 Last Hearing: February 20th, 2023 Legal Provisions: Facts of the Case: In the case of …

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The Principal Secretary, Health and Family Welfare Department, Govt. of NCT of Delhi & Anr.

——————————————————————————————————————————————- Case Brief ——————————————————————————————————————————————- The petitioner is permanent resident of Delhi, originally from Manipur. B.A graduate having 5 younger siblings and farmer parents. The petitioner had consensual relationship and conceived pregnancy of single intrauterine which came to her knowledge on June 5, 2020 having near to Twenty-Two weeks term completed. The Petitioner was looking for …

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CASE: DAV College Trust and Management Society & Ors. Vs. Director of Public Instruction

Appellants : DAV College Trust and Management Society & Ors.                                                                                                                 Respondents: Director of Public Instructions Court : Supreme Court of India Bench: Deepak Gupta , Aniruddha Bose Citation : (2019) 9 SCC 185 Date of Judgment: September 17, 2019 INTRODUCTION: Right to Information act,2005 was enacted for providing transparency to people in their social life …

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CASE: AISHAT SHIFA V. STATE OF KARNATAKA & ORS.

Court: Hon’ble Supreme Court of India Date:    October 13, 2022 Judges: Justice Hemant Gupta and Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia FACTS:   The Karnataka Education Act, 1983 passed by government of Karnataka, specifies that all student studying in schools and colleges within the state ought to conduct themselves in brotherly manner, outstrip their group identity and enlarge inclinations …

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PLEA BARGAINING

ABSTRACT The most complex issue of the Indian Judiciary System is the pendency of cases.In 2006, for this the concept of plea bargaining was enforced through the Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2005. This concept was created so that the Prosecutors could skip the labour intensive, time consuming, costly and no guarantee to grant justice trials. …

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Vineeta Sharma v. Rakesh Sharma & Ors.

Case Comment Citation(s): AIR 2020 SC 3717, (2020) 9 SCC 1 Date of the case: 11 August, 2020 Appellant: Vineeta Sharma Respondent: Rakesh Sharma & Ors. Bench/Judges: Justice Arun Mishra, Justice S. Abdul Nazeer and Justice M.R. Shah Legal Provisions: Hindu Succession Act (30 of 1956) S.6(1)(a), Proviso, Expln.1 (as                               amended by Act 39 of …

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RIGHT TO A HEALTHY AND SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENT UNDER ARTICLE 21 OF THE CONSTITUTION OF INDIA.

ABSTRACT Environmental concerns are extremely important and should be taken seriously by individuals, communities, governments, and businesses. The Earth’s natural systems and resources are finite, and human activities have had a significant impact on the environment, leading to issues such as climate change, deforestation, pollution, loss of biodiversity, and depletion of natural resources. Addressing these …

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The Future of Intellectual Property in International Legislations

Abstract The field of technological advancement has been rapidly growing over the past few years. This advancement has led to a growing demand for the protection, security and enforcement of the innovations, creativity and ideas at a global stage. When the covid-19 befall, no one in the world was ready, leading us to debate over …

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Case Comment: “Vijay Madanlal Choudhary Vs Union Of India”Judgment-27th July 2022

INTRODUCTION: One can safely assume that the menace of money laundering has been prevalent ever since the origin of money, such is the nature of a crime itself. It takes its first breath as soon as society lets it. In India and almost every other country, money laundering has been responsible for plaguing the state’s …

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IMPORTANCE OF CONTROL OVER DELEGATED LEGISLATURE

Abstract The term delegated legislature is said to be a necessary evil in India since it is misused and abused very often. Delegated Legislature is necessary for several purposes, for example- to ease the pressure over the parliament, since the Parliament (Legislature) is occupied with several other matters also it is important for more experts …

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Same-Sex Marriage: Legal Status in India and Abroad

Abstract The recognition and legal status of same-sex marriages have become a significant global issue, sparking debates on human rights, equality and social progress. This research paper offers a comprehensive comparative analysis of the legal status of same-sex marriages in India and selected countries, aiming to shed light on the diverse approaches, challenges, and milestones …

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Regulating Organ Donation: A Comparative Analysis of Policies in India and Global Perspectives.

I. Abstract: This research paper explores the regulation of organ donation with a comparative analysis of policies in India and global perspectives with a focus the importance of organ donation and transplantation. The objective of the paper is to provide a comparative analysis of the issues that the organ donation phase is facing. The paper …

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JUDICIAL SCRUTINY ON MARXISM IN INTERNATIONAL LAW

ABSTRACT: What contribution may Marxist theory make to the field of international legal studies? Is it possible to be both a Marxist and an international lawyer? What role does international legal study have in Marxist politics? How should Marxist international law theory be positioned in relation to other critical legal traditions? Is there any theoretical …

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MEDICAL TERMINATION OF PREGNANCY: A SCENARIO PRE AND POST THE JUDGEMENT OF X V. PRINCIPAL SECRETARY HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE DEPARTMENT AND ANOTHER.

By -Abhishek Sinha  New Law College, Bharati Vidyapeeth, Pune. ABSTRACT India is a vast country with world’s largest population. Here, the advent of modernization has made people aware that utmost equality should be maintained between everyone, and people are accepting it as well with an open heart. But this acceptance is not seen every-where, and …

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Legal Status of Same Sex Marriages and other Countries

Abstract The recognition and legal status of same-sex marriages have become a significant global issue, sparking debates on human rights, equality and social progress. This research paper offers a comprehensive comparative analysis of the legal status of same-sex marriages in India and selected countries, aiming to shed light on the diverse approaches, challenges, and milestones …

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Battered Women Syndrome in India: A Review of Recent Development and the Need for Judicial Reform

    ABSTRACT No comprehensive and universal legislative modification has yet been passed, despite the fact that numerous countries have conducted crucial research on the battered women condition in India and throughout the world. The Indian provisions of the I.P.C. on self-defense and grave, unexpected provocation are insufficient. As a result, battered women who attempted …

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The Legitimacy and Implications of the Citizenship Amendment Act, 2019

Abstract This study aims to bring about the effects and outcomes of Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), 2019. The Citizenship Amendment Act, 2019 aesthetics to give Indian citizenship to lawless exiles from 6 minorities forming from Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. These 6 religious minorities include; Sikh, Buddhist, Hindu, Christian, Jain, and Parsi. Worth to make reference …

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SURROGACY REGULATION IN INDIA- A GAME OF SMOKES AND MIRROR

TABLE OF CONTENTS INDEX OF AUTHORITIES…….………………………………….………….….3 Statutes Referred…………………………………………………………….………3 Cases Referred……………………………………………………………….…….3 ABSTRACT….……………………………………………………………………4 INTRODUCTION………………….……………………………………….….….4 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY………………………………………….…..……6 Aims and Objectives……………………………………………………….………..6 Scope and Research Pattern.……………………………………………….………..6 Acknowledgement………………………………………………………….………..6 1. THE SURROGACY REGULATION BILL 2019………………………………7 2. ALTRUISTIC SURROGACY v COMMERCIAL SURROGACY……………..7 3. CERTIFICATE OF ESSENTIALITY- SOCIETAL STIGMA ………………….8 4. EXCLUSION AT PLAY………….…………………………………………….10 5. SELECT COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS- THE PATH AHEAD ……11 CONCLUSION……………………………………………………………………12 BIBLIOGRAPHY…….……………………………………………………….….13 …

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ANALYSIS OF THE ELEMENTS OF IPR – COPYRIGHTS, PATENT RIGHTS AND TRADEMARK IN INDIA

Every tangible and intangible right is considered to be the assets of the humanity. The specialized part is that Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) category deals with the intangible rights depicting the logos, literary works, research or scientific inventions. There rights are mentioned in the Article 27 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights dealing with …

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Legal Status of same sex relationships in India

Abstract Homosexuality is a sexual orientation where individuals may feel romantic or sexual attraction towards another person of their same sex. The term “homos” is derived from the Greek term “homos,” meaning “the same.” The LGBTQIA+ members have not been granted marriage rights in India, violating their Right to Equality under Article 14 of the …

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RIGHT TO PRIVACY AND ITS IMPLICATIONS ON DATA PROTECTION LAWS

Abstract The capacity of oneself or a particular group to seclude themselves or particular information and expressing it in a chosen way can be termed as ‘privacy’. In words of law, the right of a person to live without any external interference in matters that the public may not necessarily be concerned with. Constitution of …

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NEED OF GENDER NEUTRAL LAWS IN INDIA

Abstract- This research study examines the need for gender-neutral legislation in India. It covers the current gender discrepancies, the legal system, and the social repercussions of gender-specific legislation. The paper makes the case that gender neutrality is crucial for advancing equality, eliminating institutionalised prejudices, and fostering a more inclusive and equitable society. It looks at …

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Case Comment: “Jaishri Laxmanrao Patil v Chief Minister, Maharashtra”

    Case Comment: “Jaishri Laxmanrao Patil v Chief            Minister, Maharashtra” Writ Petition ( civil) No. 3123 of 2020; LL 2021 SC 243. Introduction The Maratha Community constitutes a significant percentage of Maharashtra population and has long been demanding reservation in employment and education. The government, acknowledging their demands, provided a 16% quota in the state’s …

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“ANALYSIS OF TRIBAL SELF GOVERNANCE IN INDIA WITH SPECIAL REFERANCE TO CONSTITUTION OF INDIA”

Abstract This analysis is concerned with the issue of tribal self-governance in India, with a focus on the nation’s legal framework. It reveals the difficulties of India’s tribal people with social, economic, and political marginalisation by examining the historical background of such communities. The study dives into the Indian Constitution, looking at pertinent sections and changes …

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TO WHAT EXTENT THE LEGALISATION OF MARITAL RAPE IS VALID

ABSTRACT If Marital Rape is an actual thing & being a housewife is a job, then isn’t this harassment at the Workplace?                                                                                                                            – By Simar Singh (A poet) Consent is the first step towards every act & sexual intercourse is just the result. Sexual intercourse is not even the point, but the vital point …

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THE MOUNTING BACKLOG OF CASES: A BARRIER TO JUSTICE

ABSTRACT The article delves into the pervasive problem of the mounting backlog of cases in the Indian legal system. Currently, there are over 71,000 pending cases in the Supreme Court, 6,088,032 cases in High Courts, and 43,492,773 cases in district and taluka courts[1]. The article highlights the detrimental effects of this backlog on the timely …

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Gender and the Legal Discourse

ABSTRACT The research paper examines the intersection of gender and the legal discourse, employing a multidimensional approach that incorporates legal theory, sociological perspectives, and empirical evidence. It delves into the historical context of gender biases within legal systems, exploring how gender stereotypes and language influence legal decision-making. The paper also addresses the specific legal challenges …

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Breaking Stereotypes: Kerala High Court Challenges Society’s View on Female Upper Body Nudity

Abstract This groundbreaking research paper examines the profound social repercussions of the Kerala High Court decision that challenged predominate views about female upper-body nudity. We seek to understand the possibilities for progressive changes in attitudes toward women’s control over their bodies and the goal of gender equality by looking at the response to this judgment. This …

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Misuse of section 498A of Indian Penal Code

Abstract This research paper provides an overview of the historical context of Section 498A, analyses the reasons behind its enactment, and discusses its intended purpose. It further explores the various instances of misuse and false implications of this provision, leading to the unjust harassment of innocent individuals. The paper also examines the social, legal, and …

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Evading Cyber Ecosystem: Understand the vicious cycle of CyberCrime & CyberSecurity and related Rules and Policies

Abstract Cyberspace is the world of Digital Technology that transcends borders and connects the world through the internet. Cybercriminal exploits weaknesses in the cyber ecosystem to get unauthorized access and steal sensitive information that may cause financial and reputational damages. Being the first man-made environment, that cannot be controlled, is required to prioritize the security …

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