Case Study: Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala (1973)
Introduction The Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala case, adjudicated by the Supreme Court of India on April 24, 1973, stands as one of the most significant and enduring judgments in the annals of Indian constitutional jurisprudence. This landmark decision fundamentally shaped the understanding and interpretation of the Indian Constitution’s basic structure, establishing a precedent...
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Legislative Immunity – The pronouncement delivered by the Supreme Court on Monday stands as a pivotal moment regarding one of the most closely examined facets of the Parliament: lawmakers receiving inducements in return for their voting or orations delivered during a parliamentary session in a specific manner. Currently, Members of Parliament (MPs) and Members of...
Read MoreRights and Grievances: Legal Protections and Challenges for Armed Forces Personnel in India
LEGAL RIGHTS OF ARMED FORCES PERSONNEL Legal Resources for Grievances The state has given armed forces personnel the right to make complaints to resolve their grievances. They can request under sections 26 and 27 of the Army Act, 1950 and Airforce Act, 1950 and under section 23 of the Navy Act, 1957. Section 26...
Read MoreEvolution of Military Law in India: From Ancient Times to Modern Reforms
INTRODUCTION TO MILITARY LAW The corpus of legislation known as military law is dedicated to upholding order in the armed services. The raising, equipping, and managing of armed forces are all subject to state-mandated codes of rules and regulations that fall under the umbrella of military law. However, the word is often limited to the...
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