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The crime of deceiving someone into delivering something they shouldn't has its own section, Section 420 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). It is imperative to comprehend the language, components, and implications of this provision in relation to the larger legal framework of India in order to conduct a thorough analysis. Cheating is a crime covered by Section 420 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). It declares: "Anyone who commits fraud by tricking or ... Read More

Understanding Mental Harassment under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) Mental harassment is a distressing and often overlooked form of harm that individuals can experience in various aspects of life. In the context of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), there isn't a specific section that explicitly addresses mental harassment as a standalone offense. However, several IPC sections can be invoked to address instances of mental harassment. One of the primary... Read More

While IPC says what is considered a crime, CrPc says how to deal with that crime.  Introduction The difference between IPC and CrPC in the Indian criminal justice system is in their jobs. IPC sets the rules about what counts as a crime and what punishment it carries. It focuses on the specific acts that are considered crimes and the consequences for them. /* Define the styles for the glowing button */ .glow-butt... Read More

The section of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) that defines kidnapping from lawful guardianship is Section 361. This article comprehensively analyses this section, delving into the criteria and exceptions outlined. It also highlights a state-specific amendment in Manipur that diverges from the national standard. Furthermore, the article discusses a crucial legal interpretation by the Supreme Court concerning inducement in kidnapping cases. By reviewi... Read More

The punishment for taking someone's life in India is the death penalty & matter of great significance within the legal system. Murder, considered one of the most severe crimes, can result in the imposition of the death penalty. However, the application of this ultimate punishment is not arbitrary. The Indian legal framework has established specific criteria to determine when capital punishment is warranted. This article provides a comprehensi... Read More

According to the Indian Penal Code (IPC), Section 324 deals with the offence of causing hurt by dangerous weapons or means. This article aims to explore the punishment for IPC 324 and its implications. In recent cases such as Pravat Chandra Mohanty V. the State of Odisha and Ramesh Alias Dapinder Singh V. State of Himachal Pradesh, the courts have shed light on the subject. Additionally, we will address whether the offence under Section 324 is co... Read More

As already mentioned, this section is not limited to public servants and applies to every citizen of the country. The word ‘knowingly’ in this section caters to the requirements of mens rea which is important while invoking this section. Mens rea refers to the intention of committing a crime. Hence, the prosecution has to prove beyond reasonable doubt that intention was present when the accused helped the state prisoner in escaping. If the pr... Read More

A Jammu & Kashmir, Kathua rape-murder case, in which an eight-year-old Gujjar Bakarwal girl was raped and murdered hit the national news which caused massive turmoil in the country. Relating to this case, in an order dated 22 October 2019 from the court of the judicial magistrate (CJM), the judge has allowed for a case to be filed against six policemen. The court order read: "the applicants were coerced/tortured/forced by applicants (SIT) to ... Read More

Section 498A was planned and embedded into the legitimate structure by the legislators with shielding women from mercilessness, badgering, and different offenses. Be that as it may, when cross-examinations are performed to test the legitimacy of these laws, the number of absolutions comparative with feelings was more prominent. In this manner, one who brought 498A right into it imagining it as a safeguard against savagery for ladies, i.e., the Hi... Read More

Marriage in India is regarded as the institution of unification of a girl and a boy to acclaim the social status in the society. It is often like an institution created by itself. But sadly these days, this institution of marriage is easily broken. There has been an increase in the number of the breakdown of wedlocks each year either due to the fault of the husband or the wife. The wife can file a complaint against husband under Section 498A, IPC... Read More

General Defenses that are available to an accused person to defend themselves in the court of law:There are other Sections as well, but these assert the most important ones:Self Defence: The Plea of acts which are done in Self-defense, this plea asserts of situations wherein an act which is done in self-defense does not constitute to being an offense, this is further elaborated under Section 96 of IPC and stretching from there it extends to Secti... Read More

Women are more often victims when compared to men, but when it comes to false allegations, men are more prey to it. Section 498a is made to protect the women who actually face troubles from husband & his family, but increasingly, the number of innocent men & their families tortured through this law has been seen. /* Define the styles for the glowing button */ .glow-button-container { display: flex; just... Read More

Just to give you an idea Section 498A is related to marriage. To start with first we have to look at what this word marriage means. ‘Marriage is the voluntary union for life of one man and one woman to the exclusion of all others.’ It is a social institution where the husband has the responsibility to take care and maintain his wife. He cannot neglect his duties. But on this great institution, a stigma called ‘dowry’ still exist... Read More