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Legal Talks by Desikanoon

202 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago -

This show talks about the general legal news and affairs taking place in India as well as the world, analysis of interesting case-laws and upcoming fields of law. The aim is to make legal aspects as simple as possible so that everybody could understand.

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Difference between Municipal Law and International Law | Monism and Dualism in International Law

July 03, 2023 18:24 - 9 minutes - 9.08 MB

This episode discusses the concepts of Monism and Dualism and also the differences between Municipal Law and International Law. Sources of International Law - https://youtu.be/xxCGE8fpVE0

Law of Treaties Simplified

July 01, 2023 08:20 - 10 minutes - 9.57 MB

Opinio Juris - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkR4j43Qmms   Pacta Sunt Servanda - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CPftp4WnmVQ     Sources of International Law - https://youtu.be/xxCGE8fpVE0   Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMmVCFV7-Kfo_6S42kPhz2w   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/legal-talks-by-desikanoon/id1510617120   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3KdnziPc4I73VfEcFJa59X?si=vYgr...

Sources of International Law Explained

June 29, 2023 13:03 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MB

Opinio Juris - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkR4j43Qmms  Pacta Sunt Servanda - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CPftp4WnmVQ  Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon

What is Jus Cogens in International Law?

June 27, 2023 18:10 - 7 minutes - 6.71 MB

This episode discusses the concept of Jus Cogens in International Law.

What is Pacta Sunt Servanda?

June 27, 2023 17:55 - 6 minutes - 5.99 MB

This Episode explains the meaning of the Oldest Doctrine in Public International Law, Pacta Sunt Servanda, its relevance and exceptions.

What is the Meaning of Opinio Juris in International Law?

June 23, 2023 17:20 - 7 minutes - 6.98 MB

Latin Term – Meaning – “Opinion that an act is necessary by rule of law” or opinion of law. It is considered to be a belief that the practice is obligatory. This belief in the mandatory nature the conduct or practice may be termed Opinio Juris.    Importance and Relevance – To decide whether a custom has become a source of International Law or not.   What is Custom?    ‘Custom’ is one of the many sources of International Law. It means a long established and commonly adopted practice th...

Important International Organizations and Treaties of 20th Century

June 23, 2023 04:57 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MB

1. 1958 – The United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) is an office of the U.N. Secretariat that promotes and facilitates peaceful international cooperation in outer space. It is part of the UN that was established in the year 1945. If aliens actually visit the Earth, this will be the competent organization to deal with the same. Visionary approach of United Nations.     2. 1960 – Establishment of Latin American Free Trade Association (LAFTA) by the Treaty of Montevideo. This...

History of Modern International Law in 19th and 20th Centuries

June 21, 2023 17:37 - 8 minutes - 7.93 MB

1.  1815 – Congress of Vienna – Series of international diplomatic meetings to discuss a new European order post the downfall of Napoleon that led to agreements on national boundaries within Europe, Neutrality Pacts, freedom of navigation.   2.  1823 – Monroe Doctrine by James Monroe, then President of US - Any intervention by external powers in the politics of the Americas is a potentially hostile act against the US.   3.  1824 – Calvo Doctrine –  Jurisdiction in international investment ...

History of Modern International Law - Part I

June 20, 2023 18:02 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MB

History of Modern International Law till the end of 18th century  Authority of the Organized Church was beginning to be challenged as there were constant struggles between religious authorities and rulers known as Crusades (12th and 13th centuries).  Introduction of Modern Printing in the 15th Century disseminated knowledge undermining feudalism.  Renaissance – 15th Century  Treaty of Tordesillas – 1493 – Between Isabella I of Castile, Ferdinand II of Aragon and John II, King of Portugal...

Early History and Roots of International Law

June 19, 2023 17:34 - 8 minutes - 7.67 MB

S. No. Timeline Treaty Between/Reign Treaty Regarding/Remarks 1. 2600 BC Rulers of Ancient Sumerian Cities of Lagash and Umma (Modern Iraq)  Border treaty defining boundary marks, found on a stone block. 2. 1200 BC Egyptian–Hittite Peace Treaty between  Pharaoh Ramesses II of Egypt and King Ḫattušili III of the Hittites  Establishment of Peace, Respect for Territorial Integrity, No State Aggression, Defensive Alliance 3. 800 BC Prophet Isaiah of Ancient Israel He said that A...

Theory of Consent/Auto-Limitation/Self-Limitation & Theory of Consensus in Public International Law

June 18, 2023 12:29 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MB

Theory of Auto-Limitation/Self-Limitation or Consent Theory  “The states could only be obliged to comply with international legal rules if they had first agreed to be so obliged.” this theory has been criticized on the ground that: -   a. It fails to explain why international law is regarded as binding. b. It also fails to take into account the growth that has taken place in international institutions, rules and regulations. c. “To accept consent as the basis for obligation in internati...

What is the Difference between International Law, International Comity and International Morality?

June 17, 2023 13:09 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MB

Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMmVCFV7-Kfo_6S42kPhz2w   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/legal-talks-by-desikanoon/id1510617120   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3KdnziPc4I73VfEcFJa59X?si=vYgrOEraQD-NjcoXA2a7Lg&dl_branch=1&nd=1   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zaW1wbGVjYXN0LmNvbS84ZTZTcGREcw?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiuz4ifzpLxAhVklGMGHb4HAdwQ9sEGegQIARAD   ...

What is the Basic Meaning of Public International Law?

June 16, 2023 14:59 - 8 minutes - 8.17 MB

00:00 Introduction 01:03 Meaning of Law 03:10 International Law and its Types 03:42 Private International Law 05:40 Meaning of Public International Law 07:40 Example 08:30 Outro   Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMmVCFV7-Kfo_6S42kPhz2w   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/legal-talks-by-desikanoon/id1510617120   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3KdnziPc4I73VfEcFJa59X?si=vYgrOEraQD-Njco...

Things to Remember before Purchasing Property through Power of Attorney [HINDI]

May 02, 2022 12:50 - 5 minutes - 5.34 MB

मेरा नाम सुयश वर्मा है, और आज मैं आपसे किसी एजेंट या पावर ऑफ अटर्नी holder के जरिए प्रॉपर्टी खरीदते या बेचते समय क्या-क्या ध्यान में रखना चाहिए, यह चर्चा करूंगा । इस सवाल का जवाब, सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने कुछ दिन पहले, उमादेवी नांबियार विरुद्ध थामारसेरी एवं अन्य नामक केस में दिया था । Today, I will talk about an interesting case in which a person sold a property that it did not own. I know that it is hard to believe this that how can a person sell a property that it does not own but imagine a situa...

Things to Remember before Purchasing Property through Power of Attorney

April 28, 2022 15:34 - 4 minutes - 4.32 MB

Today, I will talk about an interesting case in which a person sold a property that it did not own. I know that it is hard to believe this that how can a person sell a property that it does not own but imagine a situation where a person executes a power of attorney in favour of another person to rent out a property or mortgage it, but instead the power of attorney holder sells that property without the permission of the actual owner. Is such a sale of property valid? To know more about the ...

अदालतें जमानत या बेल कब देती है ? [HINDI]

April 25, 2022 10:37 - 4 minutes - 4.39 MB

आज मैं आपसे Y विरुद्ध स्टेट ऑफ राजस्थान नामक केस की चर्चा करूंगा जिसमें कि जमानत के आवेदन पर निर्णय लेते समय कौन से तत्व विचार किए जाने चाहिए, उन पर चर्चा करी है ।  Today, I will talk about the case of Y v. State of Rajasthan, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 458, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the important factors that ought to be considered while deciding an Application for Grant of Bail. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/04/how-are-bail-...

How are Bail Applications Decided in India? [ENGLISH]

April 22, 2022 17:41 - 4 minutes - 4.21 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Y v. State of Rajasthan, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 458, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the important factors that ought to be considered while deciding an Application for Grant of Bail. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/04/how-are-bail-applications-decided-in.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMmVCFV7-Kfo_6S42kPhz2w Apple Podca...

Restitution या प्रत्यास्थापन का कानूनी सिद्धांत एवं धारा 144 CPC [HINDI]

April 17, 2022 15:48 - 6 minutes - 5.52 MB

आज मैं आपसे मेखा राम एवं अन्य विरुद्ध स्टेट ऑफ राजस्थान एवं अन्य नामक केस की चर्चा करूंगा जिसमें कि restitution या प्रत्यास्थापन का कानूनी सिद्धांत समझाया गया है । प्रत्यास्थापन का सिद्धांत सिविल प्रक्रिया संहिता की धारा 144 में दिया गया है । धारा 144 द्वारा पक्षकारों को कोई भी मामला दायर करने के पहले की स्थिति में वापस लाने की शक्ति सिविल कोर्ट को दी गई है ।  Today, I will talk about the case of Mekha Ram and Others v. State of Rajasthan and Others, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 372, wherein the Hon’...

Principle of 'Restitution' and S. 144 of CPC [ENGLISH]

April 17, 2022 15:29 - 5 minutes - 5.05 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Mekha Ram and Others v. State of Rajasthan and Others, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 372, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the Doctrine or the Principle of Restitution in the context of Section 144 of the Code of Civil Procedure.  To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/04/principle-or-doctrine-of-restitution.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channe...

One Rank One Pension/वन रैंक वन पेंशन (OROP) का अर्थ एवं उसकी संवैधानिकता [HINDI]

April 02, 2022 14:18 - 9 minutes - 8.75 MB

आज में आपसे इंडियन एक्स-सर्विसमेन मूवमेंट एवं अन्य विरुद्ध यूनियन ऑफ इंडिया एवं अन्य, नामक केस की चर्चा करूंगा । इस केस में माननीय सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने OROP (One Rank One Pension) का मतलब और इसकी कानूनी वैधता के बारे में चर्चा करी है । Today, I will talk about the case of Indian Ex-Servicemen Movement & Others v. Union of India & Others, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 333, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the concept of OROP (One Rank One Pension) and its legal validity. To know more about the ...

What is 'One Rank One Pension' (OROP) and is it Constitutionally Valid? [English]

April 01, 2022 11:28 - 8 minutes - 7.48 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Indian Ex-Servicemen Movement & Others v. Union of India & Others, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 333, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the concept of OROP (One Rank One Pension) and its legal validity. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/03/what-is-one-rank-one-pension-and-is-it.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMmVCFV7-Kfo_6S42kPhz2w ...

What is Public Interest Litigation (PIL) ? (जनहित याचिका क्या होती है?)

March 31, 2022 07:22 - 4 minutes - 4.27 MB

आज मैं आपसे एस्टीम प्रॉपर्टीस प्राइवेट लिमिटेड विरुद्ध चेतन कांबले एवं अन्य नामक केस की चर्चा करूंगा । इस केस में माननीय सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने भारत में जनहित याचिकाओं (पीआईएल) के सैद्धांतिक महत्व एवं अवधारणा पर परिचर्चा करी है ।  Today, I will talk about the case of Esteem Properties Pvt. Ltd. v. Chetan Kamble & Others, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 246, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the concept and the importance of Public Interest Litigations (PILs) in India. To know more about the present...

Hindi - Meaning of 'Obiter Dictum' (ओबीटेर डिक्टम का अर्थ)

March 28, 2022 14:46 - 5 minutes - 4.93 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Jarnail Singh v. Lacchmi Narain Gupta, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 96, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the meaning of ‘obiter dictum’. आज मैं आपसे जरनैल सिंह विरुद्ध लक्ष्मी नारायण नामक केस की चर्चा करूंगा । इस केस में माननीय सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने ‘ओबीटेर डिक्टम’ नामक महटवपूर्ण कानूनी-सिद्धांत का अर्थ समझाया है ।  To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/01/what-is-meaning-of-obiter-dictum-or.html Telegram: http...

Hindi - What are the Different Types of Judgments (जज्मन्ट/कानूनी-निर्णय के प्रकार)

March 27, 2022 08:53 - 6 minutes - 5.65 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Shyam Sel Power Limited & Another v. Shyam Steel Industries Limited, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 313, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the types or kinds of judgments, that are prevalent. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/03/what-are-different-types-of-judgments.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMmVCFV7-Kfo_6S42kPhz2w Apple Podcas...

What are the Different Types of Judgments?

March 27, 2022 08:39 - 5 minutes - 5.42 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Shyam Sel Power Limited & Another v. Shyam Steel Industries Limited, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 313, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the types or kinds of judgments, that are prevalent. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/03/what-are-different-types-of-judgments.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMmVCFV7-Kfo_6S42kPhz2w Apple Podcas...

What is Letters Patent?

March 16, 2022 11:41 - 5 minutes - 5.16 MB

Today, we will talk about the concept of ‘Letters Patent’ and what it means. We hear the term Letters Patent quite often but most of us may not be familiar with its true purport and meaning.  To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/03/what-is-letters-patent.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMmVCFV7-Kfo_6S42kPhz2w Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/legal-ta...

How to File Criminal Complaint before Magistrate under Section 156 (3) of CrPC?

March 11, 2022 12:34 - 4 minutes - 3.76 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Babu Venkatesh and Others v. State of Karnataka and Another, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 200, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the manner in which an Application, or Criminal Complaint under S. 156 (3) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) is to be preferred before a Magistrate. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/03/how-to-file-criminal-complaint-before.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_b...

Role of Mens Rea in Civil Offences or Breaches

March 10, 2022 10:05 - 4 minutes - 4.12 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Horticulture Experiment Station Gonikoppal, Coorg v. Regional Provident Fund Organization, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 223, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court examined whether mens rea is an essential element for imposing penalty for breach of civil obligations. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/03/role-of-mens-rea-in-civil-offences-or.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: https:/...

Differences between Seniority-Cum-Merit and Merit-Cum-Seniority

March 08, 2022 13:36 - 4 minutes - 3.94 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Rama Negi v. Union of India & Others, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 251, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the difference between the principles of Merit-cum-Seniority and Seniority-cum-Merit. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/03/differences-between-seniority-cum-merit.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMmVCFV7-Kfo_6S42kPhz2w Apple Po...

Scope of Judicial Review in Government Tenders and Public Auctions

March 05, 2022 11:20 - 4 minutes - 4.31 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of State of Punjab & Others v. Mehar Din, Civil Appeal No. 5861 of 2009, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the scope of Judicial Review in the matters of Government Tenders and Public Auction. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/03/scope-of-judicial-review-in-government.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMmVCFV7-Kfo_6S42kPhz2w A...

What is Public Interest Litigation (PIL)?

March 04, 2022 08:59 - 3 minutes - 3.33 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Esteem Properties Pvt. Ltd. v. Chetan Kamble & Others, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 246, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the concept and the importance of Public Interest Litigations (PILs) in India. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/03/what-is-public-interest-litigation-pil.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMmVCFV7-Kfo_6S42kPhz2w ...

Can Doctors Accept Freebies or Gifts from Pharma Industry in India and What are its Tax Implications?

March 03, 2022 10:09 - 4 minutes - 3.82 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Apex Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. v. Deputy Commissioner of Income Tax, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 221, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court inter alia discussed why the expenses incurred by pharmaceutical entities for distribution of incentives or freebies to medical practitioners, are ineligible for any taxation related benefit. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/03/can-doctors-accept-freebies-or-gifts.html Telegram: ht...

Ukraine Conflict : What is the Minsk Agreement?

March 02, 2022 09:35 - 3 minutes - 3.34 MB

Today, I will talk about the Minsk Agreement. The Minsk Agreement is a set of Agreements that have received a lot of media attention of late due to the ongoing conflict that is going on in the State of Ukraine and the Region of Donbas. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/03/ukraine-conflict-what-is-minsk-agreement.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMmVCFV7-Kfo_6S42kPhz2w ...

What is the Doctrine or the Rule of Implied Prohibition?

March 01, 2022 09:04 - 3 minutes - 3.45 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Apex Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. v. Deputy Commissioner of Income Tax, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 221, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court inter alia discussed the Doctrine or the Rule of Implied Prohibition. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/03/what-is-doctrine-or-rule-of-implied.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMmVCFV7-Kfo_6S42kPhz2w Apple Podc...

What is the Meaning of 'Obiter Dictum' or 'Obiter Dicta'?

February 01, 2022 06:59 - 3 minutes - 3.41 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Jarnail Singh v. Lacchmi Narain Gupta, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 96, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the meaning of ‘obiter dictum’. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/01/what-is-meaning-of-obiter-dictum-or.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMmVCFV7-Kfo_6S42kPhz2w Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/legal-talks-...

Power of the Court to Issue Mandamus to the State for Providing Reservation

January 29, 2022 13:52 - 4 minutes - 4.39 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of State of Punjab v. Anshika Goyal & Others, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 86, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the power of the Courts to issue directions to the State to provide for reservation for a particular community in educational or governmental services. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/01/power-of-court-to-issue-mandamus-to.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: ...

Importance of 'Reason' in Judicial, Quasi-Judicial and Administrative Decisions

January 22, 2022 12:56 - 4 minutes - 4.04 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Brijmani Devi v. Pappu Kumar & Another, 2021 SCC OnLine SC 1280, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed about the duty to accord reasons for a decision arrived at by a court or an authority. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/01/importance-of-reason-in-judicial-quasi.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMmVCFV7-Kfo_6S42kPhz2w Apple...

Brief Overview of Sources of Hindu Law

January 20, 2022 14:28 - 4 minutes - 3.76 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Arunachala Gounder (dead) by LRs. v. Ponnusamy & Others, Civil Appeal No. 6659 of 2011, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the various sources of the Hindu Law. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/01/brief-overview-of-sources-of-hindu-law.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMmVCFV7-Kfo_6S42kPhz2w Apple Podcasts: https://podcast...

Right to Representation through Counsel or Agent in Departmental Proceedings of an Employee

January 18, 2022 13:29 - 4 minutes - 3.76 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Rajasthan Marudhara Gramin Bank (RMGB) and Another v. Ramesh Chandra Meena and Another, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 9, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the right of an employee to be represented through counsel or agent in the Departmental Proceedings. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/01/right-to-representation-through-counsel.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: htt...

What is the Legal Definition of 'Dowry' in India?

January 16, 2022 14:59 - 4 minutes - 4.34 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of State of Madhya Pradesh v. Jogendra & Another, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 33, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the meaning and the definition of ‘dowry’.  To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/01/what-is-legal-definition-of-dowry-in.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMmVCFV7-Kfo_6S42kPhz2w Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us...

What are 'Vested Rights' and can such Rights be Divested Retrospectively?

January 14, 2022 15:38 - 4 minutes - 3.84 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Punjab State Cooperative Agricultural Development Bank Ltd. v. Registrar, Cooperative Societies and Others, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 28, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the concept of vested or accrued rights of an employee and “whether such vested or accrued rights can be divested with retrospective effect by the rule making authority.” To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/01/what-are-vested-rights-an...

Repatriation of Prisoners from a Foreign State to India

January 12, 2022 13:44 - 3 minutes - 3.62 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Union of India & Anr. v. Shaikh Istiyaq Ahmed & Ors., Criminal Appeal No. 71 of 2022, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the Repatriation of Prisoners Act, 2003, that deals with the detention of foreign prisoners in India and the Indian prisoners detained in foreign countries. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/01/repatriation-of-prisoners-from-foreign.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_D...

When is a Person Ineligible to be Appointed as an Arbitrator?

January 11, 2022 15:21 - 5 minutes - 5.16 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Ellora Paper Mills Ltd. v. State of Madhya Pradesh, 2022 SCC OnLine SC 8, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed Section 12 (5) of the Arbitration & Conciliation Act, 1996, that is a non-obstante clause providing for the ineligibility criteria for appointment of an arbitrator. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/01/when-is-person-ineligible-to-be.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon ...

What is 'Act of God' or 'Vis Major' in Legal Parlance?

January 10, 2022 14:20 - 4 minutes - 3.69 MB

I will talk about the case of State of UP v. Mcdowell & Co. Ltd., 2022 SCC OnLine SC 15, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the concept of ‘Act of God’ or vis major. We hear this term frequently and it is often used as an excuse for not doing something. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2022/01/what-is-act-of-god-or-vis-major-in.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMmV...

What is 'Common Intention' under Section 34 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC)?

January 10, 2022 14:10 - 4 minutes - 3.8 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Gulab v. State of Uttar Pradesh, 2021 SCC OnLine SC 1211, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed Section 34 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, that deals with criminal acts done by several persons in furtherance of common intention. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2021/12/what-is-common-intention-under-section.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/...

What is the Manner of Proving a 'Will' before the Court?

December 14, 2021 10:24 - 5 minutes - 5.19 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Murthy and Others v. C. Saradambal and Others, 2021 SCC OnLine SC 1219, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the manner in which a ‘Will’ could be proved. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2021/12/what-is-manner-of-proving-will-before.html To know more about Wills, please visit my earlier show accessible at https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2021/10/what-is-meaning-of-unprivileged-will-in.html Telegram: htt...

Basics of the Doctrine of Stare Decisis

December 13, 2021 17:10 - 3 minutes - 3.49 MB

Today, I will talk about a very important principle of law, the principle of stare decisis. I will discuss the same with a jurisprudential perspective to provide conceptual clarity in relation to the doctrine of stare decisis. To know more about the present post, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2021/12/basics-of-doctrine-of-stare-decisis.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMmVCFV7-Kfo_6S42kPhz2w Apple Podcasts...

Doctrine of 'Contra Proferentem' and Its Application in Insurance Contracts

December 11, 2021 18:14 - 5 minutes - 5.39 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Manmohan Nanda v. United India Assurance Co. Ltd. & Anr., Civil Appeal No. 8386/2015, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court inter alia discussed the Doctrine of Contra Proferentem in the field of statutory interpretation and Insurance Contracts. To know more about Insurance Contracts, please visit my earlier show the link for which is https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2021/12/what-are-rules-for-drafting-and-filling.html To know more about the present post, pleas...

What are the Rules for Drafting and Filling Up an Insurance Proposal?

December 10, 2021 14:34 - 5 minutes - 4.61 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Manmohan Nanda v. United India Assurance Co. Ltd. & Anr., Civil Appeal No. 8386/2015, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed the basic rules to be observed in making a proposal for insurance. In an earlier post, I had discussed the importance of good faith in a Contract of Insurance. To know more about it, please visit the link at https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2021/11/supreme-court-on-contract-of-insurance.html  To know more about it, please visit h...

'Consecutive Sentences', 'Concurrent Sentences' and Section 427 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC)

December 08, 2021 15:20 - 5 minutes - 5.08 MB

Today, I will talk about the case of Mohd. Zahid v. State through NCB, Criminal Appeal No. 1457 of 2021, wherein the Hon’ble Supreme Court discussed Section 427 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC), that deals with the sentencing of an offender who has already been sentenced for another offence.  To know more about it, please visit https://www.desikanoon.co.in/2021/12/consecutive-sentences-concurrent.html Telegram: https://t.me/Legal_Talks_by_DesiKanoon YouTube Channel: https://...