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Legal Gaps and The Need for Reform regarding Marital Rape

Published on 9th March 2025 Authored By: MANTASHA KHAN Shree L.R. Tiwari college of law Introduction  In Indian society, marital rape—a horrific affront to a woman’s bodily autonomy and dignity—remains a widespread but mostly unseen problem. Often hailed as a sacred institution, marriage’s sanctity is used as an excuse to oppress and take advantage of

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MARITAL RAPE: LEGAL LACUNAE AND THE NEED FOR REFORM

Published on 3rd March 2025 Authored By: Palak Mahajan Guru Nanak Dev University INTRODUCTION Marital rape, a combination of two contrasting words, i.e., marital, signifying marriage and rape, a barbarous act, is a debated topic raising serious concerns. Marriage, a sacred samskara, is considered a sacred and spiritual ritual that unites a man and women

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THE MAXIMS OF EQUITY IN CONTEMPORARY LEGAL PRACTICE: Are they still relevant?

Published on 28th January 2025 Authored By: Priyanka Saha Amity University, Kolkata Abstract The concept of Equity originated in England, but over time, its relevance has transcended borders, becoming a cornerstone of justice systems worldwide. Equity does not oppose the law; instead, it complements it. When the law falls short of delivering fair and just

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Divorce Laws and Procedures in India: A Comprehensive Guide

Published on: 5th November 2024 Authored by: Anuska Maurya Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies, GGSIPU Introduction Divorce, once a taboo in many societies, has become an increasingly common reality, reflecting changing social norms and evolving perspectives on marriage, personal fulfillment, and individual rights. According to the Merriam-Webster legal dictionary, divorce is defined as “the action

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