{"title":"A Legal Approach on India’s National Emergency Provision","authors":"Avni Jain","doi":"10.60143/ijls.v9.i1.2023.79","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.60143/ijls.v9.i1.2023.79","url":null,"abstract":"In India, a state of emergency pertains to a period of governance that the President of India can proclaim during a specific crisis. The President has the authority to revoke several articles of the Indian Constitution that protect citizens’ fundamental rights on the advice of the Cabinet. Articles 352 through 360 of Part XVIII of the Indian Constitution comprises emergency provisions. The provisions allow the Centre to deal with any extraordinary event effectively. The rationale behind its incorporation is to safeguard the nation’s sovereignty, unity, integrity, security, democratic, political structure, and constitution. The Central Government will be in absolute power during the emergency, and the States will be under federal control. One of the main features of the Indian Constitution is how the ordinary federal constitution is adapted to emergencies. To the Constitution’s credit, it visualized a situation in which the rigid application of federal principles could destroy the fundamental premises on which it was built. The Indian Constitution is a way of adapting the normal Federal Constitution to emergencies. To the Constitution’s credit, it visualized a situation in which the concrete application of federal rules could destroy the fundamental assumptions upon which it is set. When India declares a state of emergency, the country’s federal system is transformed into a unified one, with all powers with the Central Government.","PeriodicalId":260986,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Law and Social Sciences","volume":"27 14","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139808897","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Role of ADR in Resolving Disputes Related to Medical Negligence","authors":"Divyansh Singh Sisodiya, Satyam Dwivedi","doi":"10.60143/ijls.v9.i1.2023.82","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.60143/ijls.v9.i1.2023.82","url":null,"abstract":"In today’s fast-paced world, a rapid rise in instances of Medical Negligence has been observed since the last decade. Cases of Medical Negligence happen when healthcare practitioners like doctors, and nurses, or when any hospital deviates from its standard duty of care, the consequence of which results in harm and injury to a patient. Due to the failure of medical professionals to exercise due care, individuals and their families may pursue recompense for the injuries suffered as a result of the misconduct and negligence exhibited by doctors, nurses, or other healthcare practitioners. The disputes related to medical negligence are generally settled by the traditional justice system i.e., Litigation which involves appearing before the Hon’ble Court and having a Judge decide on a particular dispute in question. In light of the protracted and costly nature of our nation’s legal system, which often yields results that may not meet the parties’ desired outcomes, alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms, including arbitration and mediation, have emerged as prominent approaches for resolving medical malpractice disputes involving healthcare practitioners. These ADR procedures are currently considered as feasible alternatives to the extended and expensive litigation procedure. ADR mechanism enables disputing parties to let them resolve their disagreements outside the court in a more cooperative as well as efficient manner. A mediator is a neutral third party that encourages conversation between opposing parties and eventually assists them in reaching an equitable settlement agreed upon by both disputing parties. In contrast, a neutral third person, known as an arbitrator, participates in the arbitration court and listens to the evidence of the parties engaged in the dispute before making a binding judgment on the case’s conclusion.","PeriodicalId":260986,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Law and Social Sciences","volume":"8 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139809559","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Marital Rape: An Impediment on Women’s Right in India","authors":"Pratibha Sahu","doi":"10.60143/ijls.v9.i1.2023.85","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.60143/ijls.v9.i1.2023.85","url":null,"abstract":"Women in India have not yet achieved equality or are able to fully exercise their rights as a result of the patriarchal structure of the country. The marriage relationship also reflects this imbalance which is a threat to gender neutrality and gender equality which our constitution aims to achieve. In Indian culture, there are many different types of violence against wives during marriage, one such is marital rape. In the affair of marital rape, consent is irrelevant. It is excluded from the Indian Penal Code’s definition of rape in Section 375. In India, forcing a wife into sexual intimacy by a husband is therefore not illegal. Our judicial system ignores marital rape since the crime is not recognised as rape in a marriage, despite the fact that it is a severe problem that our legislature has failed to acknowledge. Marital rape has very serious repercussions that go far beyond just physical harm; they also cause emotional and psychological harm. In this paper, we will attempt to examine the idea of marital rape, how it relates to the idea of gender equality, and how it violates the constitutionally protected rights of women under the different dimensions of Art. 14, 15, 19 (1) (a) and 21.","PeriodicalId":260986,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Law and Social Sciences","volume":"43 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139868623","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Critical Analysis of Anti-defection Laws in India","authors":"Sumit Vashishtha, Bhoomanna Reddy","doi":"10.60143/ijls.v9.i1.2023.86","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.60143/ijls.v9.i1.2023.86","url":null,"abstract":"The Anti-defection statute has a great relevance in Indian democracy. Political defections in India persist despite the Anti-Defection Laws being put into place, which begs the question of how efficient these laws are at preserving political stability and discouraging opportunistic behavior on the part of elected officials. This study looks into the causes of political defections’ continued occurrence in India and assesses how well the Anti-Defection Laws work to solve the problem. The law’s historical context, its clauses, their effects on political parties, and how the legislative process operates will all be examined in this paper. In addition to looking at proposed changes to the current system, the report will also analyze the arguments and complaints made against the law.","PeriodicalId":260986,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Law and Social Sciences","volume":"21 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139810153","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Enhancing Effective Judicial Response to Human Trafficking in Nigeria","authors":"Omojola Oluwakemi","doi":"10.60143/ijls.v9.i1.2023.84","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.60143/ijls.v9.i1.2023.84","url":null,"abstract":"Human trafficking is a horrifying form of organised crime that violates victim’s human rights. Despite international and domestic efforts, the threat is not abating. People are bought and sold, forced to work in the black market or sex industry, and frequently face threats and violence. It is one of the most heinous crimes in the modern world. The criminal justice system, which consists of the police, courts, and prisons, work in synergy to handle the social repercussions of crimes with the goal of preserving peoples’ right to safety and the exercise of their human rights. There is no disputing that courts’ interpretation of the law plays a critical role in safeguarding the rights of victims of human trafficking as well as deciding the guilt and punishment of traffickers. In order to reduce human trafficking in Nigeria, this study examines the crucial role of the judiciary. The paper posits that in addition to knowing the legislation, judges must also be aware of the context of each case involving human trafficking. The paper’s recommendations for strengthening judicial intervention against human trafficking are included in the conclusion.","PeriodicalId":260986,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Law and Social Sciences","volume":"51 10","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139811484","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Significance of Compensatory Jurisprudence Under The Employees Compensation Act, 1923","authors":"Khushi Sehgal, Shubhangi Das","doi":"10.60143/ijls.v9.i1.2023.83","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.60143/ijls.v9.i1.2023.83","url":null,"abstract":"The basic rights contained in the Constitution of India would be useless unless and until concrete means to ensure them were implemented. There can be no justice if there is no remedy (Ubi jus ibi remedium). The term “compensation” refers to making amendments for a loss. Crime is more than simply a breach of the law; it also causes harm to victims and their families, including economic loss, emotional distress, and bodily, psychological, or intellectual injury. Crime has a wide variety of consequences for victims and their families, ranging from major injuries to minor disruptions. The concept of victims’ compensation is a well-established legal principle that is implemented within the framework of traditional civil courts. The court’s adoption of compensatory jurisprudence, guided by the principles of human rights philosophy, serves as a positive indication of its commitment to safeguarding the fundamental rights to life and personal liberty for all individuals, even in situations when there is a lack of explicit Constitutional provisions or established legal precedents. There is evidence that some groups of victims of crime were reimbursed, either by the perpetrator, their relatives, or the sovereign, even in ancient times. The right to compensate is a relatively new addition to Indian Constitutional law. This notion just began to gain traction in India under Constitutional law in the late 1980s. This was an innovative notion devised by the Indian Judiciary to ensure justice. Compensation is often granted based on the claimant’s entitlement. Modern justice is more concerned with delivering assistance to victims than with the requirements of legal principles. The right to compensation for violations of basic rights comes from the rights that were infringed, which shall be further addressed in the research.","PeriodicalId":260986,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Law and Social Sciences","volume":"116 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139810147","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Critical Analysis of the Illegal Coal Mining Activities Inside Dihing Patkai National Park","authors":"Biruchan Chetia Phukon","doi":"10.60143/ijls.v9.i1.2023.80","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.60143/ijls.v9.i1.2023.80","url":null,"abstract":"The Dihing Patkai National Park, commonly referred to as the “Amazon of the East”, is a hub of rich and diverse biodiversity located in the Tinsukia and Dibrugarh districts of Assam. The coal mining operations in this region have a historical origin that can be traced back to the colonial era. During this period, the fuel resources extracted from this region were primarily utilized to power local enterprises. However, lately, it has been alleged that certain illegal coal mining activities carried out in this region have greatly affected the region surrounding the National Park and have sparked protests among the local population against such activities. This paper discusses the impact of illegal coal mining activities inside Dihing Patkai National Park. At the same time, it will also discuss the reasons why stopping all the coal mining operations near the region will also affect the development and employment in the region. The research also highlights the historical background of the mining of coal in the region surrounding Dihing Patkai National Park. And the various environmental impacts on the region due to coal mining activities as well as its effects on the local population. This research also discusses the doctrine of public trust along with some important Supreme Court decisions and the One- Man Enquiry Commission Report under retired Justice B. P. Katakey. Moreover, this research aims to maintain a balance between ecology and economy","PeriodicalId":260986,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Law and Social Sciences","volume":"173 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139870491","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Critical Analysis of the Illegal Coal Mining Activities Inside Dihing Patkai National Park","authors":"Biruchan Chetia Phukon","doi":"10.60143/ijls.v9.i1.2023.80","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.60143/ijls.v9.i1.2023.80","url":null,"abstract":"The Dihing Patkai National Park, commonly referred to as the “Amazon of the East”, is a hub of rich and diverse biodiversity located in the Tinsukia and Dibrugarh districts of Assam. The coal mining operations in this region have a historical origin that can be traced back to the colonial era. During this period, the fuel resources extracted from this region were primarily utilized to power local enterprises. However, lately, it has been alleged that certain illegal coal mining activities carried out in this region have greatly affected the region surrounding the National Park and have sparked protests among the local population against such activities. This paper discusses the impact of illegal coal mining activities inside Dihing Patkai National Park. At the same time, it will also discuss the reasons why stopping all the coal mining operations near the region will also affect the development and employment in the region. The research also highlights the historical background of the mining of coal in the region surrounding Dihing Patkai National Park. And the various environmental impacts on the region due to coal mining activities as well as its effects on the local population. This research also discusses the doctrine of public trust along with some important Supreme Court decisions and the One- Man Enquiry Commission Report under retired Justice B. P. Katakey. Moreover, this research aims to maintain a balance between ecology and economy","PeriodicalId":260986,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Law and Social Sciences","volume":"135 47","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139810528","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Enhancing Effective Judicial Response to Human Trafficking in Nigeria","authors":"Omojola Oluwakemi","doi":"10.60143/ijls.v9.i1.2023.84","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.60143/ijls.v9.i1.2023.84","url":null,"abstract":"Human trafficking is a horrifying form of organised crime that violates victim’s human rights. Despite international and domestic efforts, the threat is not abating. People are bought and sold, forced to work in the black market or sex industry, and frequently face threats and violence. It is one of the most heinous crimes in the modern world. The criminal justice system, which consists of the police, courts, and prisons, work in synergy to handle the social repercussions of crimes with the goal of preserving peoples’ right to safety and the exercise of their human rights. There is no disputing that courts’ interpretation of the law plays a critical role in safeguarding the rights of victims of human trafficking as well as deciding the guilt and punishment of traffickers. In order to reduce human trafficking in Nigeria, this study examines the crucial role of the judiciary. The paper posits that in addition to knowing the legislation, judges must also be aware of the context of each case involving human trafficking. The paper’s recommendations for strengthening judicial intervention against human trafficking are included in the conclusion.","PeriodicalId":260986,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Law and Social Sciences","volume":"54 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139871055","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Marital Rape: An Impediment on Women’s Right in India","authors":"Pratibha Sahu","doi":"10.60143/ijls.v9.i1.2023.85","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.60143/ijls.v9.i1.2023.85","url":null,"abstract":"Women in India have not yet achieved equality or are able to fully exercise their rights as a result of the patriarchal structure of the country. The marriage relationship also reflects this imbalance which is a threat to gender neutrality and gender equality which our constitution aims to achieve. In Indian culture, there are many different types of violence against wives during marriage, one such is marital rape. In the affair of marital rape, consent is irrelevant. It is excluded from the Indian Penal Code’s definition of rape in Section 375. In India, forcing a wife into sexual intimacy by a husband is therefore not illegal. Our judicial system ignores marital rape since the crime is not recognised as rape in a marriage, despite the fact that it is a severe problem that our legislature has failed to acknowledge. Marital rape has very serious repercussions that go far beyond just physical harm; they also cause emotional and psychological harm. In this paper, we will attempt to examine the idea of marital rape, how it relates to the idea of gender equality, and how it violates the constitutionally protected rights of women under the different dimensions of Art. 14, 15, 19 (1) (a) and 21.","PeriodicalId":260986,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Law and Social Sciences","volume":"10 8","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139808853","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}