Kaavya Mishra, Symbiosis Law School, Noida ABSTRACT Child sexual exploitation constitutes one of the most pervasive yet least acknowledged violations of children’s rights in contemporary society. It manifests in multiple forms including but not limited to, grooming, trafficking, statutory rape, and child sexual abuse material, each of which deprives children of dignity, autonomy, and the fundamental right to a safe childhood. The consequences are profound and enduring, encomp

Arihara Chinnayan Ravichandran, B.A.LL.B.(Hons), Tamil Nadu National Law University ABSTRACT What is unique about the Constitution of India is the dynamism between justiciable Fundamental Rights (Part III) and non-justiciable Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP). It has been noted in this paper that instead of being enforced directly, transformation of Right to Education (RTE) as a DPSP to a fundamental right, instead, provided a framework of selective enforcement. Thi

Shivatmika Prasad , BITS Law School I. ABSTRACT Beyond the reports of torture, mistreatment and disappearances within custody, a staggering number of 4,448 cases of custodial deaths were reported in India between 2020-20221. This is exactly what constitutes the paradox of Indian justice systems. While the constitution guarantees implementation of limited rights to arrested persons, the reality of custodial violence reveals otherwise. Within this context thus, justice becomes

Hitesh Thakran, SGT, University ABSTRACT Clickwrap agreements have emerged as a crucial element in digital transactions, particularly in the context of e-commerce, mobile applications, and online services. These agreements enable users to accept contractual terms by simply clicking an "I Agree" button or similar option, thus facilitating contract formation in the digital space. This paper reviews the legal framework that governs clickwrap agreements in India, emphasizing key

Akil A, Jindal Global Law School ABSTRACT The paper delves into the important case of Amar Nath Sehgal v. Union of India (2005) and analyses the impact on moral rights which is defined under section 57 of the Copyright Act, 1957.this case upheld authorial dignity and cultural preservation over institutional ownership. It also incorporated international norms such as the Berne Convention and UNESCO frameworks. This legal perspective is reflected in the 2012 Amendment of the ac

Sunil Sudhakar Varnekar, Research Scholar, Alliance, School of Law, Alliance University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India Dr. Upankar Chutia, Associate Professor, Department of Law, Alliance School of Law, Alliance University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India ABSTRACT The copyright law and academic freedom are an intermingling dilemma both in a legal and ethical sense, especially in countries such as India which recognize a doctrine of fair dealing as the basis of the exception to the

Shivani, Research Scholar, Desh Bhagat University, Mandi Gobindgarh Dr. Arti, Assistant Professor, University School of law, Desh Bhagat University, Mandi Gobindgarh Dr. Avon Kumar Vaid, Principal, Amritsar Law College ABSTRACT The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) is a watershed moment in the changing legal environment of India for digital regulation. Passed in response to heightened alarm about data privacy and the Supreme Court's historic ruling in Just

Gurudutt, SRF, Faculty of Law, University of Delhi ABSTRACT The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO) was enacted as a comprehensive child-protection statute aimed at addressingsexual exploitation through stringent criminal sanctions. While the Act embodies a strong protective ethos, its uniform age-of-consent framework and mandatory penal consequences have generated complex interpretive challenges for Indian courts, particularly in cases involving con

Pooja S, The Tamil Nadu Dr Ambedkar Law University ABSTRACT This paper provides an extensive analysis of plea bargaining as an emergent mechanism of negotiated criminal resolution. It surveys its conceptual underpinnings and historical antecedents, procedural contours and challenges, and the manner in which it operates in multiple legal families. Drawing on a broad comparative bibliography, the study follows plea bargaining’s lineage in India—from ancient Vedic practices of c

Jenimettilda J, Tamilnadu Dr. Ambedkar Law University ABSTRACT Forensic medical practice occupies a critical position within India’s criminal justice system, where the accuracy and integrity of medico-legal examinations directly influence investigations, judicial findings, and the protection of constitutional rights. This article examines the ethical duties and legal responsibilities of forensic practitioners in three highly sensitive domains: custodial death investigations,

Deepali Khare, Research Scholar, Institute of Law, Rabindranath Tagore University, Bhopal Megha Ghughuskar, Assistant Professor, Institute of Law, Rabindranath Tagore University, Bhopal ABSTRACT India is experiencing an unprecedented expansion of digital piracy driven simultaneously by human behavior, automated algorithms, and emerging AI systems. Copyright infringement is no longer restricted to torrents, OTT ripping, or EdTech redistribution; it now operates through algorit

Gautam Kumar, PHD Scholar at Central University of South Bihar (BIHAR) ABSTRACT Transformative constitutionalism is a theory that sees the constitution as a living instrument to redress historical wrongs and to achieve substantive equality. In India, Judiciary has been instrumental in interpreting the constitution to address institutionalised problems like caste bias, gender inequalities, and socio-economic inequities. Public Interest Litigation (PIL) have given the power in

Adv. Gagandeep Kaur completed a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws (B.A.LL.B) from Guru Ghasidas University, Koni (Bilaspur) and a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from Amity University, Raipur. She is qualified in both NET and CG-SET examinations and is currently practicing as an advocate. Adv. Vijayant Patel completed a Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws ( B.Com LL.B.) from Guru Ghasidas University, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, and a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from Dr. C.V. Raman U

Pooja Raj, Research Scholar, Department of Law, Gurugram University ABSTRACT Geographical indications constitute a specialised intellectual property mechanism designed to protect products inherently linked to specific geographical territories, preserving traditional knowledge, cultural heritage, and enabling rural economic development through market-driven premium pricing mechanisms. This paper undertakes a comprehensive examination of geographical indications as a tool for l

Oindrila Sett, St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata ABSTRACT The Supreme Court’s judgment in Indian Young Lawyers Association & Ors. v. State of Kerala & Ors. (2018), popularly known as the Sabarimala case, represents a significant moment in Indian constitutional jurisprudence concerning the interface between religious freedom, gender equality, and constitutional morality. The case arose from a writ petition filed in 2006 by a non-governmental organisation challenging the long-st

Maitra Varun Chotia, PhD Research Scholar, Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi ABSTRACT Indian law enforcement is increasingly using Facial Recognition Technology (FRT), which is an application of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Supporters claim that it will be effective in the detection of crimes, yet opponents claim that the unrestricted application is dangerous because it is threatening privacy, equality and other rights. This paper is a critical analysis of the legal and

Dr. Amitesh Anand & Dr. Ashutesh Anand ABSTRACT Today, the rapid expansion and continual evolution of Artificial Intelligence are converging with an unprecedented surge in personal privacy litigation. In India the landmark judgment of Justice Puttaswamy not only reshaped the constitutional interpretation of the right to privacy but also redefined the foundational relationship between the individual and the state. This study undertakes a comprehensive doctrinal analysis, comp

Stella Nyana Ahanor, Lecturer, Faculty of Law, Catholic University of Mbeya, Tanzania, LLB (Makerere University-Kampala) PGDLP (Law Development Center-Kampala) LL (Ruaha University College -Tanzania), PHD (Ruaha Catholic University- Tanzania) http://orcid.org/0009-0008-5945-5604 ABSTRACT Rwanda and Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) have both faced the devastating consequences of genocide and have subsequently implemented different strategies to foster reconciliation and address ge

R. Madhumitha, Tamilnadu Dr. Ambedkar Law University [SOEL] ABSTRACT Traditional Knowledge is a knowledge derives from the long-standing traditions and practices of certain regional, indigenous, or local communities. These technical concepts, which are intrinsically connected with the beliefs of the communities which had developed them, are the way indigenous people have in order to survive in the surrounding environment. This paper deals with the problems associated with the

K.Ranjith, The Tamilnadu Dr. Ambedkar Law University [SOEL] ABSTRACT Transnational trademark protection is an important for businesses establishing and expanding their brand globally. This research analyses the integration in global expansion and the legality of principle of territoriality, mainly on the challenges, costs, and gives strategies for startups. This research helps to the businesses and legal professionals who are facing the complexity in transnational trademark e

Yash Raj Sharma, BBA LLB (Hons), Bennett University | The Times Group Prajwal Tapase, Bennett University | The Times Group ABSTRACT The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 (NDPS Act), enacted in the heat of epithets of the global intensification of punitive drug controls policies, has developed into one of the most severe criminal laws in India. Characterised by the reversal of the burden of proof, extraordinary bail restrictions and wide police discretion, t

By Aditi Sharma ABSTRACT Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS) has long been a flashpoint in international economic law. Designed to provide neutral arbitration for foreign investors against host states, ISDS has evolved into a deeply contested mechanism. Critics argue that it undermines state sovereignty, privileges corporate interests, and lacks transparency, while defenders maintain that it is essential for protecting cross-border investment flows. This article examines

Dr. Shreemanshu Kumar Dash, National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi Risha Burman, National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi ABSTRACT This study highlights the significance of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act as a significant measure taken by the Indian government to curb corruption and increase the accountability of public servants. The Act was passed in 2013 after strong public pressure, across the country protests, and the Anna Hazare movement t

Hardik Anand, LL.B.(Hons.), National Law School of India University “It is lawful to kill him who is preparing to kill” - Hugo Grotius. ABSTRACT On 22 April 2025, a fatal terrorist incident in Pahalgam led India to initiate “Operation Sindoor,” involving a calibrated set of forward-looking military strikes directed at terrorist installations located in Pakistan and Pakistan- occupied Kashmir. The operation reopened a long-standing and deeply contested question in public inter