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The question of whether statutes enacted or published in vernacular languages can be treated as authoritative texts in High Courts raises significant constitutional and jurisprudential concerns. In a multilingual country like India, the balance between promoting regional languages and maintaining uniformity in judicial proceedings has long been debated. The Constitution of India, particularly Article 348,

Tamil Nadu Judicial Services Exam (Civil Judge Exam) is conducted by the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) to recruit Civil Judges in the Tamil Nadu State Judicial Service. It is one of the most competitive and prestigious law career opportunities in the state. The exam is conducted in three stages: Preliminary Examination (Objective, OMR

Gujarat Judicial Services Exam (Civil Judge Exam) is conducted by the Gujarat High Court to recruit eligible candidates for the post of Civil Judge. This competitive examination is one of the most sought-after law career opportunities in Gujarat. The exam is conducted in three stages: Preliminary Examination* – Online objective test with multiple-choice questions and

The Indian Income Tax Act, 1961 empowers tax authorities not only to levy penalties but also to initiate criminal prosecution against taxpayers who attempt to evade tax. However, the Act also provides a settlement mechanism under Chapter XIXA, allowing assessees to disclose income, pay tax, and seek immunity from penalty and prosecution. The Supreme Court

Prayagraj, August 30, 2025 — Dr. Rajendra Prasad National Law University, Prayagraj (RPNLU) achieved a historic milestone by successfully hosting its first International Debate Competition 2025, organized by the Debate and Discussion Club (DDC). The event marked a significant step in the university’s journey of academic excellence and global engagement. A Debate on Global Peace

Marriage in Hindu law is traditionally viewed as a sacrament (sanskara) rather than a contract. Unlike Western legal systems, where registration creates validity, Hindu marriage is valid when solemnised by customary rites and ceremonies. In the modern legal context, registration of marriages has been encouraged and in many states made compulsory for administrative and evidentiary

The introduction of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS), brought sweeping changes to India’s criminal procedure framework. One of the most debated provisions is Section 193(9), which empowers investigating agencies to conduct further investigation even after the filing of a police report under Section 193(3). The controversy arises from the interplay between Section 193(9)

The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO Act) was enacted to protect children under the age of 18 from sexual assault, harassment, and exploitation. One of the recurring issues in POCSO trials is whether the age recorded in an Aadhaar card—sometimes showing that the victim is a major—can nullify the prosecution. The

The Supreme Court, in a powerful judgment in the case of Putai v. State of Uttar Pradesh [Criminal Appeal Nos. 36-37 of 2019 with 154 of 2025], rigorously examined the evidentiary standards required in criminal trials, particularly those relying exclusively on circumstantial evidence. Delivered by Justices Vikram Nath, Sanjay Karol, and Sandeep Mehta, this decision carries significant