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Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) is a crucial provision in India, aiming to ensure financial support for wives, children, and parents from those legally obligated to maintain them. However, the section has its limitations, and the judiciary has played a significant role in interpreting it to better address the needs […]

The Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, 1956 (HMGA) establishes the legal framework for guardianship of minor children in India. It defines a guardian as an individual responsible for the care, welfare, and property of a minor (someone below 18 years old) until they reach adulthood. Types of Guardians: The HMGA recognizes three main types of […]

Why in News ? The Allahabad HC directed the Uttar Pradesh government to file an affidavit on whether Dowry Prohibition Officers have been appointed to oversee that the provisions of the Dowry Prohibition Act are complied with. The court passed the order while hearing a petition filed by one Ankit Singh and others. It is […]

·It introduces the concept of “virtual touch”, drawing parallels between digital interactions and physical contact. · It also suggests that this idea be introduced to young minds as part of the “good touch/bad touch” exercise, a common intervention that teaches children to discern between appropriate and inappropriate contact. Virtual touch can refer to two different […]

Why in News ? The BJP candidate in Hyderabad, Madhavi Latha, was recently seen in asking niqab-wearing women voters to remove their face coverings so she could verify their identities. Hyderabad Police registered an FIR against Latha under IPC sections pertaining to undue influence at an election (171C), obstructing a public servant (186), and intent […]

Why in news? Recently a Journalist was assaulted by some unidentified persons in raebareli , Uttar Pradesh. They have been charged under Sections147 (rioting), 323 (voluntarily causing hurt), and 504 (intentional insult with intent to provoke breach of the peace) of the Indian Penal Code. What is IPC Section147: IPC Section 147 deals with the […]

Section 359 of the IPC defines the offense of kidnapping. It essentially means taking or enticing a person away from a lawful place or guardian against their will. Key Points: There are two types of kidnapping under Section 359: Kidnapping from India: Taking a person away from India without their consent (elaborated in Section 360 […]

Section 340 of the IPC defines the offence of wrongful confinement. It essentially means illegally restricting someone’s movement. Key Points: The act of preventing someone from proceeding in a direction they have a right to go constitutes wrongful confinement. There’s no requirement for complete imprisonment; even restricting movement within a limited area can be wrongful […]

Section 339 defines the offence of wrongful restraint in India. It essentially means unlawfully restricting someone’s movement. Key Points: The act of voluntarily obstructing someone can be considered wrongful restraint if it prevents them from going where they have a right to be. The obstruction can be physical (e.g., grabbing someone’s arm) or verbal (e.g., […]

This section outlines the legal definition of a criminal conspiracy in India. • It states that when two or more people agree to do one of two things: An illegal act (e.g., theft, robbery) A legal act by illegal means (e.g., bribing someone to win a contract) • This agreement itself constitutes a criminal conspiracy. […]