Introduction Picture a courtroom where the law stretches its imagination a little to make things right—that’s the magic of the doctrine of legal fiction! This fascinating principle in India’s legal system acts like a creative storyteller, crafting scenarios that don’t perfectly match reality but serve a higher purpose of justice. Read more
Introduction Imagine a lively debate unfolding in a courtroom, where central and state laws tug at each other like competitors in a spirited tug of war, each trying to claim victory. This is where the doctrine of repugnancy steps in as a calm mediator, a key player in India’s constitutional Read more
Introduction Picture a bustling marketplace where deals are struck, and trust hinges on everyone knowing the score—that’s where the doctrine of notice steps in like a friendly guide. This legal principle in India’s property and contract world ensures fairness by making sure people are aware of what’s at stake Read more
This article is written by Kashish Varshney, Barkatullah University, Bhopal, an intern under Legal Vidhiya ABSTRACT In an age increasingly defined by algorithms and automation, the Indian Constitution is a living reminder of human dignity, deliberation, and democratic ethos. This article scrutinizes the evolving relationship between constitutional values and artificial Read more
Introduction The Doctrine of Actus Reus is a foundational principle in criminal law that defines the physical element or component of a criminal offence. “Actus Reus” is derived from the Latin, which means “guilty act,” and it refers to any voluntary act, conduct, or omission that, when paired with a Read more
Introduction The doctrine of res ipsa loquitur, a Latin maxim meaning “the thing speaks for itself,” occupies a distinctive place in the law of torts, particularly in the domain of negligence. Its emergence is rooted in the common law tradition, where courts sought mechanisms to balance the evidentiary burden between Read more
Introduction The doctrine of manifest error is a legal principle that allows courts or reviewing authorities to interfere with a decision when the mistake in question is so obvious that it cannot reasonably be disputed. The idea behind the doctrine is not to open the door to a full appeal Read more
Introduction The Doctrine of Public Purpose stands as one of the most fundamental yet contentious principles in property law and constitutional jurisprudence, serving as the constitutional foundation for the government’s power of eminent domain. This doctrine establishes the legal framework within which governmental authorities may compel the transfer of private Read more
CITATION AIR 1963 SC 1417; (1963) 2 SCR 745 DATE 6 DECEMBER 1962 COURT NAME SUPREME COURT OF INDIA PLAINTIFF/APPELLANT/PETITIONER SETH BANARSI DAS DEFENDANT/RESPONDENT CANE COMMISSIONER JUDGES JUSTICE M. HIDAYATULLAH JUSTICE J.C. SHAHJUSTICE RAGHUBAR DAYAL INTRODUCTION Is Article 14, the Right to Equality, an absolute right? Under the Constitution of Read more
Citation 2 SCC 82; 1976 AIR 425 Date 18 December 1975 Court Name Supreme Court of India Plaintiff/ Appellant/ Petitioner Rohtas Industries Ltd. & Anr. (Petitioner) Defendant/ Respondent Rohtas Industries Staff Union & Ors. (Respondent) Bench Krishnaiyer, V.R., Chandrachud, Y.V., Gupta, A.C. FACTS OF THE CASE ISSUES OF THE CASE JUDGMENT REASONING References Written by Read more