CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IN INDIA
This blog explores Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in India, examining its legal foundation under Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, which mandates a 2% profit spend for qualifying companies. It covers CSR’s classification into environmental, ethical, philanthropic, and economic responsibility, along with permitted activities under Schedule VII. The discussion highlights real-world examples, business benefits, […]
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS IN INDIA
This blog traces the evolution of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in India, from colonial-era patent laws to the landmark Patents Act of 1970 and post-TRIPS reforms following WTO membership. It outlines the key IPR categories—patents, copyrights, trademarks, geographical indications, industrial designs, and trade secrets—along with governing legislation and enforcement authorities. The piece also examines persistent […]
RIGHTS AND DUTIES OF INDIAN CITIZENS
This article explores the interplay between Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties under the Indian Constitution, highlighting how awareness of rights does not automatically translate into responsible citizenship. It examines Article 51A’s eleven duties, introduced through the 42nd Amendment, alongside key constitutional rights like equality and free speech. The discussion emphasizes that a balanced exercise of […]
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS IN INDIA
This blog traces the evolution of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in India, from colonial-era patent laws to the landmark Patents Act of 1970 and post-TRIPS reforms following WTO membership. It outlines the key IPR categories—patents, copyrights, trademarks, geographical indications, industrial designs, and trade secrets—along with governing legislation and enforcement authorities. The piece also examines persistent […]
Balancing Work and Life a Study of its Impact on Employee Well Being
Out of nowhere, how people manage job and home life started shaping their overall health. When work spills into evenings or weekends, things get messy fast. A look at factory workers in Kerala shows clear links between time control and feeling good. Instead of just surviving, many reported sleeping better, worrying less, showing up more […]
TRANSPARENCY IN LEADERSHIP: BUILDING TRUST AND ACCOUNTABILITY
Abstract Openness in leadership builds strong organizations because it links trust with responsibility. What happens when leaders explain choices clearly? People on teams notice – they feel included, respected, stronger in what they do. Studies show about 60 percent of workers think bosses hide too much, which chips away at confidence, slows new ideas, weakens […]
REFORMS IN THE INDIAN CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM: COLONIAL LEGACIES, NEW LEGISLATION, AND ONGOING CHALLENGES
India’s criminal justice architecture – built on the British-era Indian Penal Code (IPC) of 1860, the 1973 Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), and the 1872 Evidence Act – underwent its most radical overhaul since independence in July 2024. Three new central statutes (Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) 2023, and Bharatiya […]
GENDER EQUALITY AND LEGAL RIGHTS IN INDIA
India has one of Asia’s most extensive legal frameworks for gender equality, anchored in its Constitution and supported by a multitude of statutes. Articles 14–16 and 21 of the Constitution guarantee formal equality, non-discrimination, and the right to dignity and personal liberty, while Article 15(3) explicitly sanctions affirmative action for women and children. Directive Principles […]
ANALYSIS OF INDIA’S SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS: PROGRESS, CHALLENGES, AND STRATEGIC PATHWAYS
India’s progress toward the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) shows notable improvements in social and infrastructure areas, but it faces significant regional differences and conflicts with environmental goals. National indicators reveal gains in poverty reduction, sanitation, access to education, and clean energy. However, these improvements are uneven; top-performing states like Kerala far exceed lagging […]
BEYOND ALGORITHMS: REIMAGINING THE LEGAL ARCHITECTURE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN INDIA
India has seen rapid growth in artificial intelligence (AI) in both public and private sectors, but the legal system has not kept up. Currently, India uses a mix of laws and policies to handle AI-related risks. For instance, the Information Technology Act 2000 and the Indian Penal Code address cybercrimes, deepfakes, and AI-driven fraud, while […]