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Supreme Court Halts Lower Court Proceedings in Sambhal Mosque Case, Suggests Mediation for Peaceful Resolution
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Supreme Court Halts Lower Court Proceedings in Sambhal Mosque Case, Suggests Mediation for Peaceful Resolution
In the Sambhal Jama Masjid survey case, the Supreme Court urged peace and recommended forming a community mediation committee under Section 43 of the Mediation Act to foster communal harmony.
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Supreme Court Halts Lower Court Proceedings in Sambhal Mosque Case, Suggests Mediation for Peaceful Resolution
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Constitutional Rights vs. State Power: Supreme Court Reviews Uttar Pradesh Gangster Act
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Netanyahu Declared War Criminal: ICC Arrest Warrant Exposes Global Division, Sparks U.S. Rejection, and Raises Questions on International Justice
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What is the legal framework and economic impact of ancillarisation?
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Gujarat’s Judicial Crisis: 15.61 Lakh Pending Cases and 535 Vacant Judicial Posts
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Gujarat’s Judicial Crisis: 15.61 Lakh Pending Cases and 535 Vacant Judicial Posts

Gujarat’s judicial system faces 15.61 lakh pending cases and 535 judicial vacancies. Experts call for urgent reforms to fill positions, improve case management, and reduce delays in justice.
Gujarat’s Judicial Crisis: 15.61 Lakh Pending Cases and 535 Vacant Judicial Posts
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Gujarat’s Judicial Crisis: 15.61 Lakh Pending Cases and 535 Vacant Judicial Posts
Gujarat’s judicial system faces 15.61 lakh pending cases and 535 judicial vacancies. Experts call for urgent reforms to fill positions, improve case management, and reduce delays in justice.
Banned Weapons Used by Israel: International Justice Demanded for Alleged 'Body Vaporization' in Gaza
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Banned Weapons Used by Israel: International Justice Demanded for Alleged 'Body Vaporization' in Gaza
Hamas demands an international probe into Israel’s use of banned weapons in Gaza, as death tolls rise. With over 44,000 Palestinians dead, the need for accountability grows.
1988 Murder Case Convict, Aged 103, Granted Freedom by Supreme Court in Rare Move
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1988 Murder Case Convict, Aged 103, Granted Freedom by Supreme Court in Rare Move
The Supreme Court ordered the interim release of a 103-year-old convict serving a life sentence for a 1988 murder case, citing the convict's advanced age and humanitarian considerations. Introduction
Supreme Court Halts Lower Court Proceedings in Sambhal Mosque Case, Suggests Mediation for Peaceful Resolution
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Supreme Court Halts Lower Court Proceedings in Sambhal Mosque Case, Suggests Mediation for Peaceful Resolution
In the Sambhal Jama Masjid survey case, the Supreme Court urged peace and recommended forming a community mediation committee under Section 43 of the Mediation Act to foster communal harmony.
Constitutional Rights vs. State Power: Supreme Court Reviews Uttar Pradesh Gangster Act
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Constitutional Rights vs. State Power: Supreme Court Reviews Uttar Pradesh Gangster Act
The Supreme Court seeks a response from the Uttar Pradesh government regarding a plea challenging the constitutional validity of the Uttar Pradesh Gangsters and Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act of 1986, highlighting concerns over fundamental rights and potential misuse.
Supreme Court Criticizes Police Handling of Land Grabbing Case, Ensures Justice
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Supreme Court Criticizes Police Handling of Land Grabbing Case, Ensures Justice
The Supreme Court censures Uttar Pradesh Police for mishandling a land grabbing case, granting bail to the accused and emphasizing procedural reforms to ensure accountability and fairness.
Netanyahu Under Fire as Fragile Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Faces Uncertainty Amid Displacement Crisis
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Netanyahu Under Fire as Fragile Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Faces Uncertainty Amid Displacement Crisis
A tenuous ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah holds as thousands of displaced Lebanese return to shattered homes. With strict restrictions and heavy casualties, international pressure mounts on both sides.
ICC Seeks Arrest Warrant for Myanmar Junta Chief Min Aung Hlaing Over 'Rohingya Atrocities': A Bold Yet Uncertain Pursuit of Justice
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ICC Seeks Arrest Warrant for Myanmar Junta Chief Min Aung Hlaing Over 'Rohingya Atrocities': A Bold Yet Uncertain Pursuit of Justice
The ICC prosecutor has requested an arrest warrant for Myanmar’s junta chief Min Aung Hlaing for crimes against humanity, a move hailed by rights groups but fraught with challenges in execution.
Punjab and Haryana High Court Upholds Waqf Land as Protected Muslim Heritage: Revenue Records Cannot Be Overlooked
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Punjab and Haryana High Court Upholds Waqf Land as Protected Muslim Heritage: Revenue Records Cannot Be Overlooked
The Punjab & Haryana High Court has upheld the Waqf Tribunal’s decision to classify disputed land as waqf property, rejecting the Gram Panchayat’s claims, and reinforced the inviolability of revenue records.
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Case Study: State of HP v. Jai Lal & Ors.
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Nishant Singh Rawat

Case Study: State of HP v. Jai Lal & Ors.

Expert evidence must rely on scientific methodology, adequately explained and backed by credible data, allowing courts to independently evaluate its accuracy and reliability
Case Study: State of HP v. Jai Lal & Ors.
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Nishant Singh Rawat
Case Study: State of HP v. Jai Lal & Ors.
Expert evidence must rely on scientific methodology, adequately explained and backed by credible data, allowing courts to independently evaluate its accuracy and reliability
Case Study: Justice K.S. Puttaswamy & Ors. v. Union of India (UOI) & Ors.
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Yousuf Khan
Case Study: Justice K.S. Puttaswamy & Ors. v. Union of India (UOI) & Ors.
In Justice K.S. Puttaswamy v. Union of India, the Supreme Court affirmed privacy as a fundamental right under Article 21, integral to dignity and autonomy, yet subject to reasonable restrictions.
Case Study: Rustom Cavasjee Cooper and Ors. v. Union of India
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Yousuf Khan
Case Study: Rustom Cavasjee Cooper and Ors. v. Union of India
In Rustom Cavasjee Cooper v. Union of India, the Supreme Court invalidated the 1969 bank nationalization act, citing inadequate compensation and violation of property rights, thus breaching Articles 14, 19, and 31.
Case Study: Sajjan Singh v. State of Rajasthan
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Yousuf Khan
Case Study: Sajjan Singh v. State of Rajasthan
The Supreme Court in Sajjan Singh v. State of Rajasthan upheld the 17th Constitutional Amendment, validating its addition of laws to the Ninth Schedule, aimed at supporting socio-economic land reforms.
Case Study: Sulochana Amma v. Narayanan Nair
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Mohd. Sahil Khan
Case Study: Sulochana Amma v. Narayanan Nair
In Sulochana Amma v. Narayanan Nair (1994), the Supreme Court upheld the application of res judicata to injunction decrees from courts with limited pecuniary jurisdiction. The case involved property rights and multiple suits following the alienation of a life estate. The Court ruled that once a comp
Case Study: Nanchand Gangaram v. Malappa Mahalingappa
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Mohd. Sahil Khan
Case Study: Nanchand Gangaram v. Malappa Mahalingappa
In Nanchand Gangaram v. Malappa Mahalingappa (AIR 1976 SC 835), the Supreme Court held that Section 45 of the Indian Partnership Act does not apply to Hindu Joint Families, as these are based on status, not contract. The court emphasized that a Karta’s acknowledgment of debt cannot extend the statut
Case Study: Gherulal Parakh v. Mahadeodas Maiya
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Mohd. Sahil Khan
Case Study: Gherulal Parakh v. Mahadeodas Maiya
In Gherulal Parakh v. Mahadeodas Maiya (AIR 1959 SC 781), the Supreme Court of India held that while wagering contracts are void under Section 30 of the Indian Contract Act, they are not illegal under Section 23. The court ruled that partnerships formed for wagering purposes are not unlawful, as wag
Case Study: Y. Narasimha Rao and Ors v. Y. Venkata Lakshmi and Ors
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Yousuf Khan
Case Study: Y. Narasimha Rao and Ors v. Y. Venkata Lakshmi and Ors
In Y. Narasimha Rao and Ors v. Y. Venkata Lakshmi and Ors (1991), the Supreme Court of India ruled that a foreign court’s decree dissolving a marriage is unenforceable if it lacks jurisdiction under Indian law. The Missouri court’s divorce decree, based on “irretrievable breakdown of marriage,” was
Case Study: Balvant N. Viswamitra and Ors. v. Yadav Sadashiv Mule (Dead) through Lrs. and Ors.
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Yousuf Khan
Case Study: Balvant N. Viswamitra and Ors. v. Yadav Sadashiv Mule (Dead) through Lrs. and Ors.
In Balvant N. Viswamitra and Ors. v. Yadav Sadashiv Mule (Dead) through Lrs. and Ors., the Supreme Court of India held that a decree passed by a court of competent jurisdiction is not void, even if erroneous, unless the court lacks jurisdiction over the subject matter or the parties. The High Court’
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Inheritance rights of Muslim Women: An assessment from Quranic perspective
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Lovish Minocha, Subuhi Khan

Inheritance rights of Muslim Women: An assessment from Quranic perspective

The Quran outlines Islamic inheritance laws, ensuring fair asset distribution for family welfare. While the laws apply to all genders, differences in shares reflect case-specific circumstances. Efforts continue to secure women's rights under Sharia, addressing biases and ensuring justice.
Inheritance rights of Muslim Women: An assessment from Quranic perspective
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Lovish Minocha, Subuhi Khan
Inheritance rights of Muslim Women: An assessment from Quranic perspective
The Quran outlines Islamic inheritance laws, ensuring fair asset distribution for family welfare. While the laws apply to all genders, differences in shares reflect case-specific circumstances. Efforts continue to secure women's rights under Sharia, addressing biases and ensuring justice.
The Uttar Pradesh Madarsa Education Act: A Legal Tug-of-War between Secularism, Religious Rights, and State Control
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Anish Sinha
The Uttar Pradesh Madarsa Education Act: A Legal Tug-of-War between Secularism, Religious Rights, and State Control
The SC upheld the UP Madarsa Act, balancing state regulation with minority rights, emphasizing secularism as coexistence, not negation, ensuring quality education without infringing religious freedoms.
Aligarh Muslim University’s Minority Status: A Landmark Supreme Court Ruling
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Anish Sinha
Aligarh Muslim University’s Minority Status: A Landmark Supreme Court Ruling
The Supreme Court’s recent ruling restored Aligarh Muslim University’s minority status, overturning a 1967 decision. This landmark judgment redefines Article 30 protections for minority institutions in India.
Understanding Anuradha Bhasin v. Union of India: The Kashmir Internet Shut-down case
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Nishant Singh Rawat
Understanding Anuradha Bhasin v. Union of India: The Kashmir Internet Shut-down case
This case also boiled around to discover as to what is more important, liberty or security? And to strike a balance between liberty and security issues to an extent that fundamental rights are secured and enjoyed in the most appropriate way.
नंगे राष्ट्र का कानून
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नंगे राष्ट्र का कानून
– बेरहम देश में महिलाओ के खिलाफ अपराध बहुत बढ़
Australia passes the Draconian ‘Surveillance Bill’
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Mohammad Adil Ansari
Australia passes the Draconian ‘Surveillance Bill’
The post-Internet age has seen a clash between the Privacy
Dalit Horrors Remembrance Day: Commemorating the weeks into 75th Independence Day
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Dalit Horrors Remembrance Day: Commemorating the weeks into 75th Independence Day
Vandana Katariya. The Indian prodigy, who was India’s top goal scorer in 2013 Junior World Cup. The Hockey India’s Player of the Year 2014. Got us Silver at Asian Champion Trophy 2018, and becoming the Player of the Tournament Award.
Principle of Non-Retroactivity of Penal Statues: A Fundamental Human Right?
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Tanya Shishir
Principle of Non-Retroactivity of Penal Statues: A Fundamental Human Right?
Introduction The deep-rooted antipathy towards retrospective laws is an ancient
Making Sense of the RTI and its 2019 Amendment: A paradigm for ‘Swarth Rajya’
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Rituraj Swami
Making Sense of the RTI and its 2019 Amendment: A paradigm for ‘Swarth Rajya’
This right is not expressly mentioned in the Indian Constitution but can be derived from Article 19 and 21 respectively.
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What is the Doctrine of Lis Pendens under the Transfer of Property Act?
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Harish Khan

What is the Doctrine of Lis Pendens under the Transfer of Property Act?

The Doctrine of Lis Pendens, under Section 52 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, prevents property transfers during ongoing litigation. It ensures the disputed property's status remains unchanged, protecting litigants' rights and upholding judicial authority.
What is the Doctrine of Lis Pendens under the Transfer of Property Act?
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Harish Khan
What is the Doctrine of Lis Pendens under the Transfer of Property Act?
The Doctrine of Lis Pendens, under Section 52 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, prevents property transfers during ongoing litigation. It ensures the disputed property's status remains unchanged, protecting litigants' rights and upholding judicial authority.
What is the process for the inspection, inquiry, and investigation of companies under The Companies Act, 2013?
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Brijesh Kumar
What is the process for the inspection, inquiry, and investigation of companies under The Companies Act, 2013?
The Companies Act, 2013 outlines processes for inspecting, inquiring, and investigating companies to ensure transparency and prevent fraud. Authorities like the Registrar, Central Government, and SFIO can scrutinize records, investigate misconduct, and protect shareholder interests.
What is the Doctrine of Part Performance under the Transfer of Property Act?
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Harish Khan
What is the Doctrine of Part Performance under the Transfer of Property Act?
The Doctrine of Part Performance, under Section 53A of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, protects transferees who act in good faith on an unregistered property agreement. It ensures fairness by barring transferors from denying rights after part performance of the contract.
What is the process for the appointment of Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) and their remuneration?
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Brijesh Kumar
What is the process for the appointment of Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) and their remuneration?
The appointment of Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) in companies is governed by the Companies Act, 2013, which mandates their appointment for certain public companies. The KMPs are responsible for managing operations and ensuring compliance, with specified roles and remuneration limits.
Who is an Ostensible Owner under the Transfer of Property Act?
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Harish Khan
Who is an Ostensible Owner under the Transfer of Property Act?
An ostensible owner appears as the true owner with the real owner's consent but lacks actual ownership. Under Section 41 of the Transfer of Property Act, a good-faith purchaser relying on such ownership may acquire valid title, overriding the real owner's rights.
What Is the Regulatory Framework Governing a Dormant Company?
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Brijesh Kumar
What Is the Regulatory Framework Governing a Dormant Company?
Dormant companies, under Section 455 of the Companies Act, 2013, can temporarily pause operations while retaining assets and reducing compliance. By meeting specific requirements, they can regain active status within five years or risk being struck off by the Registrar of Companies.
What is Malicious Prosecution under the Law of Tort?
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Akash Srivastava
What is Malicious Prosecution under the Law of Tort?
Malicious prosecution under tort law involves initiating legal proceedings with malice and without probable cause. Key elements include lack of reasonable cause, malice, favorable termination for the plaintiff, and resulting damages, ensuring protection from legal abuse.
What is the effect of conversion under Muslim Law?
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Harish Khan
What is the effect of conversion under Muslim Law?
Religious conversion under Muslim law affects inheritance, marriage, maintenance, and guardianship. Apostasy dissolves a husband’s marriage, while a wife must seek divorce. Converts gain inheritance rights under Muslim law but lose them from non-Muslim relatives, balancing faith and legal status.
What are the audit requirements under the Companies Act, 2013?
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Brijesh Kumar
What are the audit requirements under the Companies Act, 2013?
Audit requirements under the Companies Act, 2013 ensure transparency, accountability, and fair financial reporting. Key audits include internal, secretarial, and cost audits, depending on company type. Appointment and removal of auditors follow specific legal procedures.
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Legal Maxim: Novus Actus Interveniens
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Akash Srivastava

Legal Maxim: Novus Actus Interveniens

Novus Actus Interveniens is a legal doctrine that breaks the chain of causation, relieving a defendant of liability when an unforeseeable, independent act intervenes between their action and the resulting harm.
Legal Maxim: Novus Actus Interveniens
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Akash Srivastava
Legal Maxim: Novus Actus Interveniens
Novus Actus Interveniens is a legal doctrine that breaks the chain of causation, relieving a defendant of liability when an unforeseeable, independent act intervenes between their action and the resulting harm.
Legal Maxim: De minimis non curat lex
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Sujal Kesharwani
Legal Maxim: De minimis non curat lex
“De minimis non curat lex,” a Latin maxim meaning “The law does not concern itself with trifles,” signifies that courts should not waste time on minor, insignificant matters. Originating from Roman law, this principle is reflected in Section 95 of the Indian Penal Code, which prevents penalizing tri
Legal Maxim: Suppressio Veri or Suggestio Falsi
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Sahil Kumar
Legal Maxim: Suppressio Veri or Suggestio Falsi
The legal maxim “suppressio veri or suggestio falsi” signifies that the suppression of truth is equivalent to the suggestion of falsehood. This principle holds that if either the omission of relevant facts or the presentation of false information regarding a material fact in a contract can be proven
Legal Maxim: Noscitur a Sociis
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Sahil Kumar
Legal Maxim: Noscitur a Sociis
The legal maxim “Noscitur a Sociis” means “it is known by its associates.” This doctrine asserts that the meaning of an unclear word in a statute or contract should be determined by the words surrounding it. It emphasizes context, ensuring the interpretation aligns with the document’s overall intent
Glossary: Nemo Debet Esse Judex In Propria Sua Causa
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Disha Bhardwaj
Glossary: Nemo Debet Esse Judex In Propria Sua Causa
“Nemo debet esse judex in propria sua causa” is a Latin legal maxim meaning “no one should be a judge in their own cause.” This principle ensures fairness and impartiality in legal proceedings by preventing conflicts of interest. It upholds the integrity of the judicial system by guaranteeing that d
Glossary: Allegans Contraria Non Est Audiendus
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Sahil Kumar
Glossary: Allegans Contraria Non Est Audiendus
“Allegans contraria non est audiendus,” a Latin legal maxim, translates to “a person alleging contradictory facts is not to be heard.” This principle emphasizes consistency in legal arguments, asserting that one cannot present conflicting statements or claims within the same case. It is fundamental
Vakalatnama
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Floren Kesharwani
Vakalatnama
A Vakalatnama is a legal document authorizing an advocate to represent a client in a court of law. It grants the lawyer the power to act on behalf of the client, including filing suits, attending hearings, and signing pleadings. Typically, the client signs the Vakalatnama, and it is submitted to the
Legal Maxim: Actori Incumbit Onus Probandi
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Fazila Khan
Legal Maxim: Actori Incumbit Onus Probandi
Actori Incumbit Onus Probandi, a Latin legal maxim, means “the burden of proof lies on the plaintiff.” The burden of proof requires the plaintiff to establish the facts of the case to the requisite standard of proof, typically “beyond a reasonable doubt” in criminal cases and “preponderance of evide
Legal Maxim: Expressio Unius Est Exclusio Alterius
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Paridhi Tiwari
Legal Maxim: Expressio Unius Est Exclusio Alterius
xpressio Unius Est Exclusio Alterius is a legal maxim meaning “the expression of one thing is the exclusion of another.” It is used in statutory interpretation to infer that if a law explicitly mentions certain items, other items not mentioned are excluded.
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