Category: legal knowledge

Difference Between Advocate and Lawyer in India

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The distinction between advocates and lawyers in India represents far more than semantic differentiation—it embodies a fundamental stratification within the legal profession that reflects historical evolution, regulatory frameworks, and professional hierarchies that have shaped the country’s justice delivery system. This analysis examines the multifaceted dimensions of this professional dichotomy, exploring its origins, implications, and contemporary relevance in India’s evolving […]

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The Challenges Faced by Women Lawyers in India

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Abstract Women lawyers in India have made significant strides, yet their journey in the legal profession remains fraught with systemic, cultural, and institutional challenges. Despite near parity in law school enrollments, women remain underrepresented in senior legal positions, face persistent bias, and must navigate a profession shaped by patriarchal norms and demanding work cultures. Women […]

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How a Junior Advocate Struggles at the Beginning of his Legal Career

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How a Junior Advocate Struggles at the Beginning of His Legal Career Starting a legal career as a junior advocate is marked by numerous challenges—financial, professional, and personal. These struggles are particularly acute for first-generation lawyers and those without established connections in the legal field. 1. Lack of Practical Experience Law schools primarily focus on theory, leaving junior advocates unprepared for real-world tasks such as client handling, drafting, and courtroom advocacy. Juniors are […]

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Importance of Criminology as a Human Science

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Criminology is the scientific study of crime and criminal behavior. At its core, it seeks to understand the nature of criminality in all its forms. This includes both the theoretical side—known as pure criminology—which aims to explain why crimes occur, and the practical side—applied criminology—which uses these insights to address real-world problems. As an inductive […]

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Karnataka High court : Mere Driving Of Vehicle In High Speed Not Negligence Or Rashness In Itself

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The Court said that high speed alone does not establish rashness or negligence, and the evidence of the sole eye witness lacked credibility. Cause Title: Harish v. State of Karnataka (Neutral Citation: 2025:KHC:17717) Appearance: Petitioner: Advocates Pavan Kumar M.S., M. Sharass Chandra Respondent: High Court Government Pleader Channappa Erappa The sight of speeding vehicles on Indian roads […]

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How To File For Mutual Divorce In Delhi.

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How To File For Mutual Divorce In Delhi Mutual Consent Divorce is the Simplest Way to Obtain a Divorce decree in India. Mutual Consent Divorce is Granted by The family Court when Both parties to marriage i.e. Husband and Wife Mutually agree to Divorce.   Advantages of Mutual Divorce: No need to give reasoning for […]

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The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) and its role in reviving banks from non-performing assets (NPAs) in India

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“A bankruptcy proceeding is not a death sentence but a chance for a fresh start.” — Elizabeth Warren Introduction The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) 2016 is a groundbreaking enactment to resolve the banking sector’s financial health and legal landscapes. To achieve stable economic growth, the country’s financial health plays a major role. In India, […]

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Centre-State Relations: Administrative

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Introduction The Constitution of India, 1950 is the grundnorm of the country. It primarily lays down the framework which defines the political principles, procedures, powers and duties of various governmental institutions and lays down the fundamental rights and duties of the citizens, etc. The Constitution follows a parliamentary system of government. Further, it follows the doctrine of […]

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How to draft a suit : points to remember

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Introduction The famous Latin legal maxim, ubi jus ibi idem remedium which means where there is a right there is a remedy, speaks of remedial measure available in the code of law. Such remedial measures are enforced in the Court of Law by institution of the suit. The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 is the procedural and […]

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The Age of Consent Act, 1891

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The Age of Consent Act, 1891 (Act X of 1891) represents a crucial turning point in the history of legal reform in colonial India. This legislation, introduced during British rule, raised the age of consent for sexual intercourse within marriage or outside it from ten to twelve years, bringing the issue of child marriage and […]

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