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Section 420, 415, 416, and 506 of the Indian Penal
Cheating is a criminal offence under the Indian Penal Code of 1860.Cheating refers to an act or omission done to gain profit or advantage from another person by using some deceitful means...
Foreclosure Charges
As per the RBI circular dated August 02, 2019, RBI has prohibited banks from charging foreclosure charges or pre-payment penalties on floating rate term loans sanctioned to individual borrowers...
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Dissolution of Partnership Firm by Court Direction: When a Partner Breaches the Partnership Agreement
This article by Gabriela Michael explores how a partnership firm can be dissolved by court order under Section 44 of the Indian Partnership Act, 1932, when a partner persistently breaches the terms of the partnership agreement. It discusses key judicial interpretations, including the Hind Overseas Pvt. Ltd. v. Raghunath Prasad Jhunjhunwalla and S. Hardutt Singh v. Ch. Mukha Singh cases, emphasizing the role of trust and good faith in sustaining a partnership.
Same-Sex Adoption and Parental Rights in India: Legal Gaps and Social Realities
This post explores the evolving landscape of same-sex adoption and parental rights in India. While LGBTQ+ individuals may adopt as singles under existing laws, same-sex couples face legal ambiguity and institutional resistance due to the lack of recognition of same-sex marriage. The article examines key statutes like the Juvenile Justice Act and HAMA, judicial developments, and recent policy debates. It also highlights the lived experiences of queer families and the urgent need for inclusive legal reform.
Setting Aside of Arbitral Award: Legal Grounds and Procedure
This post examines the legal framework for setting aside an arbitral award under Section 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. It outlines the limited and specific grounds on which a party may challenge an award, including incapacity of parties, invalidity of the arbitration agreement, lack of proper notice, and violation of public policy. The article also discusses procedural aspects such as limitation periods, judicial scrutiny, and the balance between finality of arbitration and fairness in adjudication