By Abhinav Singh and Ritik Kanoujia Considering the History of Corruption with regard to Education, we look at the various laws and recent judgments passed in this context. Introduction “Integrity, transparency and the fight against corruption have to be a part of the culture. They have to be thought as fundamental values.” Corruption … Continue reading The Indian Education System On Trial
Month: May 2020
A Camel’s Nose Under The Tent : How Coronavirus Tracking Apps Threaten The Privacy Of Citizens
By Manish Soni and Aditi Mozika “Dictatorships and authoritarian societies often start in the face of a threat. That is why it is important to be vigilant today and not give away all our freedoms.”[1] Introduction As the world battles the menace of COVID-19, there have arisen several socio-economic and privacy related … Continue reading A Camel’s Nose Under The Tent : How Coronavirus Tracking Apps Threaten The Privacy Of Citizens
Homeless And Hungry : Rights Of Migrant Workers In Times Of COVID-19
By Akshat Bhushan Introduction The Novel Coronavirus has brought the whole world to a standstill. The virus had reportedly originated in China in November 2019. It spread far and wide across national borders so much so that by March 11, 2020 the disease was declared as a pandemic by the World Health Organization.[1] In … Continue reading Homeless And Hungry : Rights Of Migrant Workers In Times Of COVID-19
Labour Laws And The Constitution: Indian Economy In Times Of The Pandemic
By Sahil Sonkusale and Nipunj Niket The world has been pushed into an uncharted territory due to the COVID-19 pandemic. None of the sectors of the modern-day nations remain unaffected. This pandemic has had a deep impact on the global economic setup. The world, apart from defending itself against the virus, is faced with … Continue reading Labour Laws And The Constitution: Indian Economy In Times Of The Pandemic
Indian Army And Homosexual Soldiers
By Ankit Gupta Introduction The Indian Supreme Court wrote a new chapter in the LGBTQ rights jurisprudence when it declared Section 377, I.P.C[1] unconstitutional, in so far as it criminalized homosexual acts between two consenting adults[2]. While delivering the verdict, the SC held that sexual orientation is an essential attribute of privacy and discrimination … Continue reading Indian Army And Homosexual Soldiers
Increasing Inclusivity And Redefining Roles In The Armed Forces : A Glimpse Into The Changing Society And Its Implications On The Military
By Shravya Basgula Devaraj The armed forces have often existed in a vacuum separately from civil society. As the world grapples with increasing discrimination and embracing the changing social structures, the armed forces have transformed as an institution while inculcating these social changes to become more inclusive. In this post, first, I will argue … Continue reading Increasing Inclusivity And Redefining Roles In The Armed Forces : A Glimpse Into The Changing Society And Its Implications On The Military
Abortion and ‘Choice’ in India in light of the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (Amendment) Bill, 2020
By Toshita Jha Introduction Abortion or the wilful killing of a foetus inside the womb of a woman, through medical or surgical methods[1] has been a topic of debate across the world polarising the society on a moral front. In academic discourse, any question concerning termination of pregnancy through abortion involves in its fold … Continue reading Abortion and ‘Choice’ in India in light of the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (Amendment) Bill, 2020
Internet Suspension in Jammu & Kashmir: The Domino Effect of Suppressing Access to Information
By Varun Kannan In this piece, I aim to discuss the internet suspension in Jammu & Kashmir, which commenced on 4th August 2019, and has held fort till today. I shall argue that the crux of this internet suspension is the manner in which in hinders access to information – which has a domino … Continue reading Internet Suspension in Jammu & Kashmir: The Domino Effect of Suppressing Access to Information
Digitization Of Crime : An Indian Perspective
By Devarshi Mohan and Pallav Gupta Introduction Digitization has allowed people to increasingly explore the internet and communicate with virtually anyone, anytime, anywhere across the world. However, the digital space by blurring the line between the physical and the virtual has given birth to cyber-crimes which pose a grave threat to women and … Continue reading Digitization Of Crime : An Indian Perspective
Why Am I Under CCTV Surveillance?
By Priti Singh and Gaurav Kumar Introduction We often come across signs indicating “You are under CCTV surveillance” and we have accepted it as a new normal. The easy availability and affordability of CCTV cameras has extended its use from public places to individual apartments and buildings. More often, the people under surveillance … Continue reading Why Am I Under CCTV Surveillance?
The Journal of Indian Law and Society 