“Recovery Evidence” Under Section 27 Of The Evidence Act- Questions & Answers By Justice V Ramkumar [Part-I]

I N T R O D U C T I O N Any discussion on Section 27 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 will be incomplete without reference to Sections 25 and 26 of the Evidence Act. Section 25 prohibits proof of “confession” made directly to a “police officer” by an accused person. Section 26 interdicts proof of a “confession” made by an accused person while he is in the custody of...

Constitution Day Celebrations And Legal Services Camps Organised By Bihar State Legal Services Authority

Under the stewardship of Justice Chakradhari Sharan Singh, Executive Chairman of Bihar State Legal Services Authority (BSLSA), all District Legal Services Authorities (DiLSAs) in Bihar marked Constitution Day on November 26, 2023, by embarking on a week-long celebration of constitutional values. The festivities will continue until December 2, 2023.In a concerted effort to enhance legal...

Training And Sensitization Program For Para Legal Volunteers Organised By Bihar State Legal Services Authority

The Bihar State Legal Services Authority (BSLSA) organised a comprehensive One Day Training cum Sensitization program on November 25, 2023, aimed at empowering Para Legal Volunteers stationed at the Front Offices of District Legal Services Authorities (DiLSAs) and State District Legal Services Committees (SDLSC) across Bihar.The focus of the program was to enhance the skills and awareness of...

Constitution Day Special Quiz : Answers To MCQs On Constitution [Part 2]

The answers to the Constitution Day Special Quiz [Part 2] are here . Part 1 can be read here.1. What is the significance of Constitution Day celebrated on 26th November in India?a. Adoption of the Constitutionb. Enactment of the first constitutional amendmentc. Commencement of the Constitutiond. Ratification of fundamental rightsAnswer : a. Constitution Day commemorates the adoption of the...

Constitution Day Quiz : Answers To Multiple Choice Questions On Constitution [Part 1]

The answers of the Constitution Day Special Quiz(Part 1) are given below :1. In Supriyo v. Union of India, a Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court held :(a) Right to marry is a fundamental right.(b) Right to marry is not a fundamental right.(c) Right to marry is not a fundamental right but the right to recognition of a civil union is a fundamental right.(d) (b) and (c) .Answer : (b)....

Holding CLAT Only In English Makes Legal Profession Biased Against Rural & Marginalised Persons: CJI DY Chandrachud

In a commemorative event marking the centenary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's law practice, Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud pointed out the challenges faced by individuals from marginalised backgrounds in the legal profession. “They don't have social, or cultural capital or access to resources. Example- Coaching centres", he said. Pointing out that people from marginalised backgrounds are...

Supreme Court's Doors Will Always Remain Open For Citizens: CJI DY Chandrachud Promises On Constitution Day

On the occasion of India’s 75th Constitution Day, Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud on Sunday (November 26) assured that the doors of the Supreme Court are and will always remain open for citizens to ventilate their grievances. He also insisted that individuals should not be afraid of going to court or view it as a last resort, expressing the hope that owing to the efforts to make...

All India Judicial Service Can Select Brilliant Youngsters For Judiciary : President Droupadi Murmu

In the inaugural session of Constitution Day celebrations at the Supreme Court, President Droupadi Murmu put forth a proposal for the establishment of an All India Judicial Service examination. She envisioned a mechanism that would identify and nurture talented individuals from the legal fraternity to become judges. The President expressed her desire to support young, talented, and...

Constitution Day Quiz : MCQs On Constitutional Law [Part 2]

On this Constitution Day, LiveLaw presents to you a Special Quiz on our Constitution. Part 1 can be read here.1. What is the significance of Constitution Day celebrated on 26th November in India?a. Adoption of the Constitutionb. Enactment of the first constitutional amendmentc. Commencement of the Constitutiond. Ratification of fundamental rights2. Who was the Chairman of the Drafting...

On Constitution Day, President Droupadi Murmu Unveils Statue Of Dr BR Ambedkar On Supreme Court Premises

In a tribute to the Chief Architect of the Constitution of India, President Droupadi Murmu unveiled a statue of Dr. BR Ambedkar on the premises of the Supreme Court on the Constitution Day.Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal were also present during the ceremony.The majestic 7-foot-tall statue, positioned on the front lawn and garden within the...

Constitution Day Quiz - MCQs On Constitution [Part 1]

On this Constitution Day, LiveLaw presents to you a Special Quiz on our Constitution.1. In Supriyo v. Union of India, a Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court held : (a) Right to marry is a fundamental right.(b) Right to marry is not a fundamental right.(c) Right to marry is not a fundamental right but the right to recognition of a civil union is a fundamental right.(d) (b) and (c) .2. ...

Delhi Court Sentences Four Men To Life Imprisonment In Journalist Soumya Vishwanathan Murder Case

A Delhi Court on Saturday sentenced four men to life imprisonment in the murder case of journalist Soumya Vishwanathan, more than 15 years after she was killed in 2008.Additional Sessions Judge Ravindra Kumar Pandey of Saket Court also sentenced the fifth convict, Ajay Sethi, to simple imprisonment for a period of three years.The four convicts namely Ravi Kapoor, Amit Shukla, Baljeet Malik...