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English for Lawyers: Day 1 – Addressing the Court and Referring to Documents
Welcome to the first day of English For Lawyers, brought to you in collaboration with the Legal Writing Institute (LWI) and the India Justice Foundation (IJF), where we’ll explore the essential language of legal arguments. Today’s lesson focuses on referring to pages and documents in court. Making Your Case: As a young lawyer, or a…
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D.K. Basu Guidelines on Arresting A Person in India
The D.K. Basu guidelines, established by the Supreme Court of India, aim to protect the fundamental rights of individuals during arrest and detention. Here’s a breakdown of these crucial guidelines: Transparency and Accountability: Identification: Arresting officers must wear clearly visible badges displaying their names and designations. Details of interrogating officers are documented in a register.…
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The India Justice Foundation (IJF) Announces the Online Essay Writing Competition on Democracy
The India Justice Foundation (IJF) is proud to announce the Online Essay Writing Competition, inviting current law students from any college or university in India to explore the vital topic of Democracy. Themes We encourage you to choose a topic that delves into various aspects of Democracy in India. Here are some potential themes to…
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Step by Step Guide to File a Divorce Petition / Application in India
Types of Divorce Petitions There are two primary types of divorce petitions: Mutual Consent Divorce When both parties agree on the divorce, maintenance issues, and child custody, they can file a joint petition. This type of divorce is usually quicker and less complicated. The steps involved are: Contested Divorce When one party wants a divorce…
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