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Surviving Digital Bullying: Complete Guide to Cyberbullying Laws in India
By: Ayush Tiwari Introduction Hello Netizens! Well, do what? Cyberbullying is like traversing via a wild jungle in our online world where there are hidden predators behind monitors and occasionally a snake is really a spam bot invading your email. Don’t worry, if you are being stressed…
The Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971: A Legal Safeguard for Women’s Reproductive Rights in India
By: Anand Kumar Introduction Indian society, deeply rooted in customs, rituals, and religious beliefs, has undergone significant transformation from the Vedic age to the modern era. This evolution has often been marked by resistance to change, with some social reforms taking nearly a century to be implemented…
Volenti Non Fit Injuria – Legal Maxim of the Day
Term- volenti non fit injuria Translation- injury is not done to the willing Definition- Notion that a person cannot bring a claim against another for injury, if said person willingly placed themselves in a situation where they knew injury could result. “Volenti non…
Res Publica – Legal Maxim of the Day
Term-res publica Translation- public affair Definition- All things subject to concern by the citizenry. The root of the word republic. “Res publica” is a Latin term that means “public affairs” or “commonwealth.” It is a concept that originated in ancient Rome and was…
Respondeat Superior – Legal Maxim of the Day
Term- respondeat superior Translation- let the master answer Definition- A concept that the master (e.g. employer) is responsible for the actions of his subordinates (e.g. employees) “Respondeat superior” is a Latin term that means “let the master answer.” In legal contexts, it is…
Audi Alteram Partem – Legal Maxim of the Day
Term- Audi alteram partem Translation- hear the other side Definition- Refers to the idea that one cannot be fairly judged unless the cases for and against them have been heard “Audi alteram partem” is a Latin term that means “hear the other side.”…
Ultra Vires – Legal Maxim of the Day
Term- ultra vires Translation- beyond the powers Definition-An act that requires legal authority to perform, but which is done without obtaining that authority. “Ultra vires” is a Latin term that means “beyond the powers.” In legal contexts, it refers to an action or…
Ratio Decidendi – Legal Maxim of the Day
Term- ratio decidendi Translation- Reason for the decision Definition- The point in a legal proceeding, or the legal precedent so involved, which led to the final decision being what it was. “Ratio decidendi” is a Latin term that means “the reason for the…