Magistrates and Judicial Depth: Why Reasoned Orders Matter at the Trial Stage
Magistrates hold a crucial place in India’s criminal justice system. At the trial stage, they act as the first judicial check against arbitrary prosecution...
Guilty Until Proven Innocent: The Social Death Caused by Malicious POCSO Prosecution
The presumption of innocence is a basic principle of criminal law. Every accused person is supposed to remain innocent until proven guilty. Yet, in...
The Synthetic Victim Doctrine: Rethinking ‘Child’ Identity Under India’s POCSO Regime
The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012, was enacted to protect minors from sexual abuse and exploitation. Its purpose is vital. However,...
Monroe Doctrine and Sovereignty Debate: How International Law Enables Power and Undermines Equality
The Monroe Doctrine continues to shape debates on sovereignty in international law. Initially framed as a shield against colonial intervention, it now reflects a...
Erosion of International Law: How Unilateral Power Is Reshaping Sovereignty
The global legal order is undergoing a visible transformation. The erosion of international law has become increasingly evident as States adopt unilateral actions, assert...
