Uncovering the Past: A Review of ‘Fifteen Judgments: Cases that Shaped India’s Financial Landscape’ by Saurabh Kirpal

In this review, Talha Abdul Rahman presents a compelling case for legal professionals, scholars, and anyone interested in understanding the history of India’s financial landscape and how the laws they shape society to read Saurabh Kirpal’s book ”Fifteen Judgments: Cases that Shaped India’s Financial Landscape’. The post Uncovering the Past: A Review of ‘Fifteen Judgments:Continue reading “Uncovering the Past: A Review of ‘Fifteen Judgments: Cases that Shaped India’s Financial Landscape’ by Saurabh Kirpal”

The Court and Constitution Conference 2023 – Concept Note

The Courts and The Constitution Conference envisages furthering engagement and scholarship on public law by undertaking review of the major constitutional law developments in and outside Courts, taking place in India. The Conference will be held on the NALSAR campus on 11th and 12th March, 2023. The post The Court and Constitution Conference 2023 –Continue reading “The Court and Constitution Conference 2023 – Concept Note”

Contested Nation: a podcast by the Equals Project

Contested Nation is a podcast that explores the Constituent Assembly Debates and their continuing relevance for India today.  This podcast explores both, the questions of identity that were being discussed in the Assembly, and the Union that was being forged outside its hallowed halls. The post Contested Nation: a podcast by the Equals Project appeared first onContinue reading “Contested Nation: a podcast by the Equals Project”

Call for Submissions: Law and Other Things

About Law and Other Things Started in 2005, Law and Other Things (LAOT) is India’s first public law blog devoted to fostering discussion on India’s legal system, its Courts, and its Constitution. Through the publication of analytical and explainer pieces as well as through its recent Podcast Series, the blog aims to promote scholarship on constitutionalism, generalContinue reading “Call for Submissions: Law and Other Things”

The Interpretative Scope of Article 17: Chandrachud, J. Breaking the Trend in Sabarimala: Part I

In this two-part series, the author analyzes Justice D.Y. Chandrachud’s reasoning while tackling the challenge of Article 17 in the Sabarimala Temple Entry Case (“Sabarimala”). Chandrachud J. took a distinct approach by expanding the scope of Article 17 to include the notions of ‘Purity -Pollution’. Part I engages with Chandrachud J.’s interpretation of Article 17Continue reading “The Interpretative Scope of Article 17: Chandrachud, J. Breaking the Trend in Sabarimala: Part I”

The Interpretative Scope of Article 17: Chandrachud, J. Breaking the Trend in Sabarimala: Part II

In this two-part series, the author analyzes Justice D.Y. Chandrachud’s reasoning while tackling the challenge of Article 17 in the Sabarimala Temple Entry Case (“Sabarimala”). Chandrachud J. took a distinct approach by expanding the scope of Article 17 to include the notions of ‘Purity -Pollution’. Part II critiques an expansive interpretation of Article 17 usingContinue reading “The Interpretative Scope of Article 17: Chandrachud, J. Breaking the Trend in Sabarimala: Part II”

Announcing – LSPR’s Queer Column at NLSIU

About LSPR LSPR is an online Law and Policy platform run by Kautilya Society from the National Law School of India University, Bangalore, under the aegis of Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy. We aim to use our legal expertise and analytical skills to present novel arguments on domestic and international issues that affect our daily lives. Our blog has featured guest articlesContinue reading “Announcing – LSPR’s Queer Column at NLSIU”

The Essential Religious Practice Test – The Need For A Well-Deserved Burial

A division bench of the Supreme Court recently delivered the much-awaited verdict in the case of Aishat Shifa v. State of Karnataka. It was a split decision, wherein Gupta J. upheld the ban on the wearing of the hijab and the impugned governmental order (“GO”), while Dhulia J. declared the GO unconstitutional for violating ArticlesContinue reading “The Essential Religious Practice Test – The Need For A Well-Deserved Burial”

LAOT interviews Abhinav Sekhri and Gautam Bhatia on Legal Writing

LAOT Editors-in-Chief, Anushree Verma and Shravani Shendye interview Abhinav Sekhri and Gautam Bhatia on legal writing. Both Abhinav and Gautam run successful blogs – the Proof of Guilt and Indian Constitutional Law and Philosophy, respectively. Our EICs speak to them regarding their journeys with legal writing and advice for students interested in producing legal scholarship. TheContinue reading “LAOT interviews Abhinav Sekhri and Gautam Bhatia on Legal Writing”