Miscellaneous Legal Articles Problems Faced by Working Women in India July 17, 2010 / July 18, 2010 by Legal India Admin | 11 Comments on Problems Faced by Working Women in India The status of Indian women has undergone considerable change. Though Indian women are far more independent and aware of their legal rights, such as right to work, equal treatment, property and maintenance, a majority of women remain unaware of these rights. There are other factors that affect their quality of life such as age of […] Read more » Legal Rights
Miscellaneous Legal Articles Child’s Actual Age Matters under Indian Law July 16, 2010 / July 18, 2010 by Legal India Admin | 1 Comment on Child’s Actual Age Matters under Indian Law As per Indian law, a minor cannot be convicted in the same manner as an adult. Also, a child can never be imprisoned or given a death sentence. Indian Law: Juvenile Justice Act Governs Juveniles and Minors As per Indian law, the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, defines a juvenile as a […] Read more »
Miscellaneous Legal Articles Indian Law on Rape as a Criminal Offence January 19, 2010 / July 19, 2010 by Legal India Admin | 4 Comments on Indian Law on Rape as a Criminal Offence Indian law treats rape as a criminal offence. It falls under criminal law in India. The Indian Penal Code (IPC) defines rape as intentional, unlawful sexual intercourse with a woman, without her permission. Section 375, of the Indian Penal Code provides that a man having sexual intercourse with a woman amounts to rape, in following […] Read more »