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[su_heading]Women[/su_heading] Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act 2005 already covered now Sexual Harassment the workplace Sexual harassment at the workplace has been one of the central concerns of the women‘s movement in India since the ‘80s. In 1997, The Supreme Court passed a landmark judgment in the Vishakha Case laying down guidelines to be followed … Read more
Human Rights are commonly understood as inalienable Fundamental Rights “to which a person is inherently entitled simply because she or he is a human being,” and which are “inherent in all human beings” regardless of their nation, location, language, religion, ethnic origin or any other status. The history of human rights can be traced to past documents, … Read more
Social reform measures by British Government (1828 to 1857) Hinduism in particular had become a compound of magic, animism, and superstitions. The abominable rites like animal sacrifice and physical torture had replaced the worship of God. The priests exercised an overwhelming and unhealthy influence on the mind of people. The faithful lived in … Read more
The National Council for Transgender Persons: A Journey Towards Inclusion and Equality The journey towards transgender rights in India has been marked by both progress and challenges. While significant strides have been made in recent years, the fight for full equality and inclusion continues. A crucial step in this journey was the establishment of the … Read more
The Navtej Singh Johar Case: A Landmark Victory for LGBTQ+ Rights in India The Navtej Singh Johar case, formally known as S. Suresh Kumar v. Union of India, was a landmark legal battle that challenged Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code, a colonial-era law criminalizing consensual same-sex relationships. The case, which culminated in a … Read more
The Long Road to Equality: A Deep Dive into the Section 377 Judgement and its Impact The landmark judgement decriminalizing consensual same-sex relationships in India, delivered by the Supreme Court on September 6, 2018, marked a watershed moment in the country’s fight for LGBTQ+ rights. This article delves into the history of Section 377, the … Read more
Mass Movements: A Force of Nature Shaping the Earth’s Surface Mass movements, also known as landslides, are a natural phenomenon that involves the downslope movement of rock, soil, and debris under the influence of gravity. These movements can range from slow, creeping flows to rapid, catastrophic events like rockfalls and debris avalanches. Understanding the processes … Read more
Public Interest Litigation: A Catalyst for Social Justice and Accountability Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has emerged as a powerful tool for promoting social justice and holding the state accountable in India and beyond. This article delves into the evolution, significance, and impact of PIL, exploring its strengths and limitations, and examining its role in shaping … Read more
Secularism in India: A Complex and Contested Terrain Secularism, a concept that champions the separation of religion from state power and promotes equal rights for all citizens regardless of their faith, has been a cornerstone of India’s identity since its independence in 1947. However, the Indian model of secularism, often described as “positive secularism,” has … Read more