Indian Journal for Research in Law and Management

Advancing Law and Management

ISSN No. : 2583-9896

Regulatory Challenges and Security Implications of Bareboat Charter-Cum-Demise Arrangements under the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025 in India

Merchant Shipping Act, 2025 will result in significant changes in maritime regulatory framework of India such as formalization of bareboat charter cum-demise arrangement. This research paper discusses the legally and security issues of this provision, whose areas lacked research, and that ownership issues, patterns of leasing, and their national security implications are untested. The bareboat […]

Strikes and Lockouts under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947: Legal Framework, Judicial Interpretations, and Industrial Implications

This paper examines the legal framework, judicial interpretations, and industrial implications of strikes and lockouts under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. Strikes and lockouts, though recognised as legitimate tools of collective bargaining, are carefully regulated to balance workers’ rights, employers’ interests, and public welfare. The study outlines statutory definitions and procedural safeguards under Sections 2, […]

The Green Side of Global Trade: Impacts of International Trade Laws & Agreements

The interplay between international trade law and environmental protection has become increasingly significant in an era of globalization. While trade agreements primarily promote liberalization and ease of cross-border commerce, their interaction with environmental norms creates both opportunities and conflicts. The evolution of multilateral trade frameworks, especially under the WTO, has brought environmental concerns to the […]

Account Aggregators: A Comparative Study of Regulations in India and the EU

Data is the new oil. It is considered a modern weapon of warfare, particularly financial data. This article studies how financial data of an individual is shared with consent for availing services and how the consent management system works. This article also examines the comparative analysis of the regulatory frameworks governing Account Aggregators (AAs) in […]

An Analysis of Loan Utilisation and Socio-Economic Determinants Among Self-Help Groups Members (SHGS)

Self-help groups (SHGs) have emerged as essential tools for boosting financial inclusion, economic empowerment, and sustainability, particularly in rural areas. These groups empower women to become financially independent and encourage their active participation in diverse opportunities. The study examines the relationship between socio-economic variables and loans borrowed by self-help group members. The study used data […]

Hate Speech vs Free Speech in India: A Study of Judicial Balancing

The research article critically analysis the intricate nexus between free speech and hate speech in India with regard to how the court should balance the constitutional conflict between article 19(1)(a)) right to freedom of speech and expression) and article 19(2) (reasonable restriction). In a plural and multicultural society such as India, the legal and moral […]

Dark Patterns in Digital Platforms: Consumer Manipulation or Legitimate Business Strategy? Legal Implications under Cyber and Consumer Protection Laws

Dark patterns describe design practices in websites and apps that deliberately steer users toward actions they otherwise might not take. These practices often include hiding important information, misleading buttons, or presenting an option to opt-out in a way that is ambiguous or takes disproportionate effort that encourages the user to choose an outcome that benefits […]