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6 July 2025 · Winning Entry
2nd Position- Fair Access
In the light of the recent US copyright case revolving around the free e-lending facility of Internet Archive, what should be the limits on ‘fair use’ of copyrighted works by students and academicians? INTRODUCTION ‘Only…
5 July 2025 · Winning Entry
1st Position- Markets and Myths: Rebalancing and Reshaping Fair Use in The Age of Shadow Libraries
In the light of the recent US copyright case revolving around the free e-lending facility of Internet Archive, what should be the limits on ‘fair use’ of copyrighted works by students and academicians? INTRODUCTION The U…
23 June 2025 · Winning Entry
5th Position - In the Light of the Recent US Copyright Case Revolving Around the Free e-lending Facility of Internet Archive, What Should be the Limits on ‘Fair Use’ of Copyrighted Works by Students and Academicians?
I. Introduction In a world where knowledge is increasingly digital, the lines between accessible learning and copyright protection are often blurred. For many students, especially those from low-income backgrounds, digit…
3 June 2025 · Winning Entry
7th Place- In the Light of the Recent US Copyright Case Revolving Around the Free e-lending Facility of Internet Archive, What Should be the Limits on ‘Fair Use’ of Copyrighted Works by Students and Academicians?
In the light of the recent US copyright case revolving around the free e- lending facility of Internet Archive, what should be the limits on ‘fair use’ of copyrighted works by students and academicians? INTRODUCTION Cont…
3 June 2025 · Winning Entry
6th Position- From Fair Use to Foul Play: Where to Draw the Line?
The Copyright Act of 1976 intended to promote the progress of Science and Useful Arts. 1 The Courts strived to strike a balance between encouraging the creation of artistic works and allowing the public enjoyment of thes…
3 June 2025 · Winning Entry
6th position- Secular Boundaries or Religious Suppression? Rethinking Educational Institutions' Control Over Religious Symbols
SECULAR BOUNDARIES OR RELIGIOUS SUPPRESSION? RETHINKING EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS' CONTROL OVER RELIGIOUS SYMBOLS INTRODUCTION Irrespective of how acquainted one is with the law, every Indian citizen can probably reci…
3 June 2025 · Winning Entry
4th Position - AYODHYA RAMI REDDY ALLA v/s PRINCIPAL COMMISSIONER OF INCOME TAX (PCIT)
AYODHYA RAMI REDDY ALLA v/s PRINCIPAL COMMISSIONER OF INCOME TAX (PCIT) While legally permissible, tax avoidance emerges as a double-edged sword between financial stratagem and moral ambiguity. Deciding to delve into the…
10 December 2024 · LEGAL
Broadcasting Services Regulation Bill 2024: Changes, Concerns and Suggestions for The Digital Media Landscape.
I. INTRODUCTION The Centre has withdrawn the recently introduced Draft Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2024 (hereinafter ‘Bill’) which raises concerns about the potential shortcomings of the Bill. While some may…
21 October 2024 · LEGAL
Lights, Camera and Trademarks: Navigating The Legal Landscape of Titles
Indians being fans of cinema, are connected to movies emotionally. The noteworthy storytelling blended with songs and unique dialogues has added the masala of peculiarity to Indian films. Along with characters, dialogues…
4 September 2024 · LEGAL
Cultural Integration and Antitrust Challenges In a Cross-Border Merger: An Analysis Vis-À-Vis Unsuccessful Merger of Publicis and Omnicom
Introduction Cross-border merger involves consolidation between companies incorporated across borders. It involves a lot of transactions and is proven to be a smart way for companies to enter international markets. It is…
17 August 2024 · LEGAL
State Bills and The Governors: Guidelines by The Supreme Court?
Introduction Assent to state bills under Article 200 of the Indian Constitution is one of the essential powers of a Governor in a state. While discharging their functions, constitutionally significant authorities like Go…
5 July 2024 · LEGAL
Legalised “Murder” or Dignified Death?: The Disturbing Trend of Dying by Euthanasia
“No life that breathes with human breath has ever truly longed for death.” ~ Alfred Tennyson Abstract The news of a former Dutch Prime Minister opting for “Duo-Euthanasia” along with his wife has caught the eyes of the h…
26 June 2024 · LEGAL
Beyond Limbo: Live-In Relationships in India
Introduction “In the realm of relationships, legality shouldn’t dictate validity” Almost every religion recognises the sanctity of marriage, from the Rig-Vedic period, marriage has been a well-recognised institution. Liv…
15 April 2024 · LEGAL
Sony-Zee Merger: Lessons Learned from a Stalled Unification
Introduction Sony and Zee’s attempt to revive their $10 billion merger deal has been encountering challenges. On February 20th, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. clarified that emerging reports of renewed negotiations w…
26 January 2024 · LEGAL
Who is a Bona Fide Passenger? Analyzing the Indian Railways Compensation Mechanism vis-à-vis Kamaukayi v. Union of India.
The Supreme Court delivered a significant decision in the case of Kamaukayi and Ors v. Union of India and Ors, concluding that whenever a "untoward incident" takes place during the course of routine railway operations, t…
26 January 2024 · POETRY
Today - An Intern's Reflection of Courtroom Contours
It is so windy, the fan moves by itself without electricity in the courtroom today It is so sleepy, my neck falls by itself without sleep deprivation in the courtroom today It is so plain the arguments feel like a lullab…
25 October 2023 · LEGAL
Things I didn’t know as a first-year law student
Being a first-generation law student, there were a lot of things that I did not know when I started law school. Some of them being specific to Mumbai, while some you just pick up as you go. Government Law College (GLC) i…
28 September 2021 · Uncategorized
Some thoughts on practicing law
Written by Ms. Preeti Sahai, Batch of 2018. Author's note: I do not think it is an exaggeration to say that law school doesn't quite prepare one for the actual practice of law. Most of the learning-teaching in law school…
24 January 2020 · Uncategorized
Writing like a Pro
Just before it was New Year’s celebration back in 2017, my TV-AV Club addict cousin forwarded nothing more than an authentic version of a WhatsApp text message wishing “Seasons Greetings!” along with an article that refl…
11 March 2019 · Uncategorized
The Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill, 2018
The Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill, 2018 by Dr.Shashi Tharoor has ushered a new hope to the film makers and its viewers in India. The Bill seeks to do away with the restricting provisions of the Cinematograph Act, 1952 (…
29 November 2017 · Uncategorized
Law School Is More Than A Means To A Pay Cheque
ICYMI: GLC actually stands for Give, Love and Cherish. [1] In the preceding posts, we have gone through some practical aspects of law school – academics, exams, co and extra-curriculars. In this final post, I want to foc…
22 November 2017 · Uncategorized
Beyond Academics – Carpe Diem!
TL;DR: All academics and no extra-curriculars makes Jacqueline a dull girl. In this post, I will discuss three " conventional" extra-curricular activities that you can try while in law school. They are the most popular c…
15 November 2017 · Uncategorized
B.L.S. LL.B. 101
Protip: Learning is not subject to any quick fixes. Please read carefully before investing yourself in this activity. The present post is my attempt to help you navigate two major issues – learning (in college and beyond…
8 November 2017 · Uncategorized
Welcome to the Buffet!
Disclaimer – No information contained in this post is intended to be a substitute for actually attending college and obtaining a first-hand experience. At the outset, congratulations on having completed two months…
12 October 2017 · POETRY
Crime Won Again
They laughed while she cried, They filled her with fear and trauma, Still, they live with pride. They had the pleasure of exploiting her, Yet, they were set free. Unfortunately, crime won again. The judiciary was handica…
12 October 2017 · Uncategorized
In the Name of Law
Death penalty, sometimes also known as capital punishment, is the highest form of penalisation that can be handed out by the justice system of a country to those found guilty of heinous crimes. I have intentionally made…
12 October 2017 · POETRY
My Smokin’ Hot Diwali
It was just yesterday - a fact I’m not able to believe, Holding my watch, the prescriptions and myself, I grieve. The day before yesterday, my play-mate brought some crackers, Some bombs, some bottle-rockets, some…
12 October 2017 · POETRY
Let Me Be
Before my religion, Beyond my political affiliation, Beneath my mask, Notwithstanding my job, Irrespective of my educational qualifications, I am me. A small drop in this huge ocean of world, A drop nonetheless. &…
12 October 2017 · Uncategorized
Sub-nationalism: Why is India not Really One?
Nationalism is a concept which was conceived in the 19 th century according to which states and principalities come together, often by use of threat or oppression to form a larger institution with a defined geographical…
13 September 2017 · LEGAL
Analysing Abortion
Hypothesis: To examine the existing law pertaining to the Medical Termination of Pregnancies in India and to analyze its implementation and interpretation and to further examine the reforms and improvements suggested for…
13 September 2017 · POETRY
Red
It all started with that red saree ; The red hands, the smiling faces, That sindoor worn on her head with pride. Celebrated by her family, A goddess had come into their lives, It all started with that radiant face…
13 September 2017 · LEGAL
The Three Magical Words- Talaq! Talaq! Talaq!
India is a secular country, and has been formed on the basis of unity in diversity. Thus, it is natural to expect that every religion is given equal importance and is equally protected, in its own right. This is one of t…
13 September 2017 · LEGAL
Case Commentary on Shayara Bano v. Union of India
This is not the first time that the validity of Triple Talaq has been challenged in the Courts of law. The present judgment considers a plethora of cases where this issue has been previously highlighted as well. However,…
11 July 2017 · POETRY
World War III
So many wars; Bloodshed and nuclear bombs. But these thoughts are the biggest destruction, Just in the background, behind the curtains. Stop waiting for physical evidence Broken hearts and hidden scars are in abundance.…
11 July 2017 · POETRY
A Litigant's Grief
A population of 1.2 billion, And increasing by the million, The largest democracy they say, But can we make it all the way? The Parliament, the Ministries and the Courts, The three organs of which our nation boast…
11 July 2017 · LEGAL, FICTION
Marienne’s Story of Heartbreak
Marienne doesn’t understand the ways of the world. At least, that is what she has been told since the past seven years. All her teenage years were a prolonged reminder of her surfacing womanhood; times of great me…
11 July 2017 · LEGAL
The Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Amendment Act: How Long Will Our Children Suffer?
The Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Amendment Act: How Long Will Our Children Suffer? Introduction: The Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Amendment Act (hereinafter amendment) has been pas…
11 July 2017 · Uncategorized
Indian Women: Feminism, Nationalism And Empowerment
The subject of women empowerment has gathered immense attention and action in public policy, common discourse, development research and gender studies. A careful examination of the same reveals an underlying principle no…
11 July 2017 · LEGAL
Disciplining a Judge: Examining Justice Karnan’s Contempt Case and its Implications on the Indian Judiciary
Introduction In an unprecedented order, the Supreme Court of India on 9 th May, 2017 directed that Justice Karnan be imprisoned for six months for contempt of court. A seven-judge Constitution Bench headed by the…
23 November 2016 · Guidelines
Submission Guidelines
Guidelines for Submissions Submissions are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year from members of the bar, legal professionals, law students, or others who are interested in publishing with us and wish to furthe…
2 August 2016 · LEGAL
Case Comment- The Reserve Bank of India and Ors., v. Jayantilal N. Mistry and Ors.
In the case of the Reserve Bank of India and Ors., v. Jayantilal Mistry and Ors., [1] the Supreme Court discussed whether the Reserve Bank of India (“RBI”) and other Indian banks can deny information under the Right to I…
2 August 2016 · LEGAL
Brexit- Its Impact and Consequences
Introduction: The British shocked the financial, political, and business establishments of the world by voting to leave the European Union (“EU”) in the referendum of 23rd June 2016. Analyzing the votes in the referendum…
2 August 2016 · LEGAL
Caution Against the Excessive Use of PIL
"There may be times when we are powerless to prevent justice, but there must never be a time we fail to protest". – Elie Weisel Justice is a thought that is based upon social equity. Justice emphasises reasonable, moral…
2 August 2016 · LEGAL
Gender Equality: Access to Places of Worship
Introduction “There is no chance of the welfare of the world unless the condition of women is improved. It is not possible for a bird to fly on one wing” were the thoughts of one of the greatest sons of India, Swami Vive…
2 July 2016 · LEGAL
Superstitions Galore -- India Infamous For Witchcraft Branding
“The way to deal with superstition is not to be polite to it, but to tackle it with all arms, and so rout it, cripple it, and make it forever infamous and ridiculous. Is it, perchance, cherished by persons who should kno…
2 July 2016 · LEGAL
Judicial Extension of Prisoners’ Rights in India
“Every saint has a past, and every sinner has a future” - Oscar Wilde Introduction When a person is convicted or put in prison, his status is different from that of an ordinary person. A prisoner cannot claim all the fun…
2 July 2016 · LEGAL
A Needless Hierarchy - National Court of Appeal
I. Introduction The Indian Judiciary plays a significant role in fulfilling the aspirations of citizens and in the protection of their rights. But when it fails to discharge its constitutional obligations, the public que…
23 March 2016 · LEGAL
Lack of Inclusivity in Law Schools – An Ignored Fact with Multiple Implications
“We need to give each other the space to grow, to be ourselves, to exercise our diversity. We need to give each other space so that we may both give and receive such beautiful things as ideas, openness, dignity, joy, hea…
23 March 2016 · Uncategorized
So, what is this thing called feminism?
A person who does not differentiate between two individuals based on their gender, and simply on the basis of the society’s opinion of how they ought to be, is a feminist. Feminism simply stands for equality - not just f…
23 March 2016 · Uncategorized
Being Bad is the New Good
Wherever you go, wherever you hide, wherever you work -- I’ll be haunting you. It is no use being good, O Human, because being the “bad guy” is what's trending these days! I’m the one obstructing your work, hindering you…
21 December 2015 · POETRY
Do Not Stand At My Grave and Weep: A Rendition
Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there, I do not sleep; I am the rain that brings respite after a destructive drought, I am the lover you always sought; I am a warm afternoon after weeks of snow, I am a baby’s…
21 December 2015 · LEGAL
The Arbitration Scenario In India
I. INTRODUCTION In India, the transition from informal transactions in family and community business setups to formal, multilateral, billion dollar deals executed by sophisticated corporate conglomerates is a significant…
10 December 2015 · LEGAL
We, The People
We are the people of the world, the collective, the masses, the capitalists, the communal fascists. We are you! We are ready for action, for tragedy, for atrocity, hostility and fashion. We are the impersonal! We fight f…
4 October 2015 · LEGAL
Marital Rape In India: De Facto But Not De Jure
INTRODUCTION “A quick turn around a corner and my planet becomes sand on the shore of a dying Universe.” [1] A life of subordination, violence, abuse, taunts, labour and submission: Such is thy life, O woman! A very dist…
4 October 2015 · Uncategorized
The 'F - Word'
‘Feminism’- a term that seems all too familiar and commonplace in today’s day and age. The word is bandied about like it’s nobody’s business, with everyone pronouncing their verdict on the issue as if it were an expert's…
4 October 2015 · Uncategorized
Fighting The Moral Police: A Take On The 'Kiss Of Love' Campaign
The ‘Kiss of Love’ campaign took place in Delhi and Kochi in November 2014. It immediately sparked controversy and stimulated a vociferous debate regarding the concept of moral policing in India. The campaign, while orig…
3 October 2015 · LEGAL
Separation Of Powers - New Dimensions
If we are to understand the emerging concept of ‘Separation of Powers’, we must understand the idea that the condition that gave birth to the holy trinity of ‘Separation of Powers’ i.e. the Legislature, Executive and Jud…