Law Commission

Law Commission Report Recommends Epidemic Plan and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)

The 286th Law Commission Report, released recently, has recommended creating an Epidemic Plan and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to address future epidemics. It highlighted limitations of the colonial-era Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 (EDA) which lacks guidelines on critical issues like ..

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Adverse Possession

Adverse possession is a legal concept that refers to the hostile possession of property. It has been a subject of discussion and debate among legal experts, with differing opinions on its justification and impact. The Concept of Adverse Possession Adverse ..

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Law Commission’s Report on Sedition Law

The Law Commission of India has recently proposed key amendments to the law of sedition, aiming to prevent alleged misuse while ensuring clarity and safeguarding constitutional rights. Let’s delve into the details of these proposed changes and their potential impact. ..

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What is “Collective Conscience” invoked by Indian Courts in Death Penalty cases?

Project 39A was conducted by a team of National Law University, Delhi. According to the project, the Indian Courts invoke “Collective Conscience” of the society in most of the death penalty cases. Project details The study chose three states and ..

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22nd Law Commission of India approved by the Union Cabinet

On February 19, 2020, the Union Cabinet approved the 22nd Law Commission of India. The commission has been approved for a period of three years. Highlights The 22nd Law Commission will consist of a full time Chairperson. It has four ..

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Reforming the Law Commission

The Law Commission of India is a non-constitutional, non-statutory body constituted by the Government of India from time to time. It was originally constituted in 1955 and is re-constituted every three years. Colonial Legacy The Law Commission’s origin can be ..