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Resolving Energy Disputes Through Arbitration
The energy sector began to develop in the first half of the 20th century and grew rapidly ever since then. The energy sector is extremely crucial in the development of a country’s economy but is also a key contributor to global warming. Yet due to its commercial and economic significance, it isn’t uncommon to see Read more
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The Salient Features of Competition Act,2002 along with Important Definitions & Precedents
“Competition is the key to success.”[1] When markets work hard, they bring sustainability, profits, efficiency, innovation and long-term benefits to the economy. Competition law is one of the laws aimed primarily at eradicating anti-competitive practices by preventing the abuse of anti-competitive contracts and prevailing market conditions. The purpose of this Section is to explore key aspects Read more
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ANIMAL WELFARE: STATUS, ABUSE, RIGHTS AND LAWS IN INDIA
Since the beginning of civilization, there has been continued exploitation of animals for medical research, human consumption, industrial use, entertainment and trafficking. To satisfy this human lust, and to save and secure our lives, animals are mistreated, prematurely killed, and considered to have no dignified existence. On the other hand, there is a deep rooted Read more
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CORPORATE & CROSS BORDER INSOLVENCY LAW IN INDIA WITH COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF LAW IN UNITED STATES
The globalisation of economy invited its own set of pros and cons. An issue that has assumed greater significance is that of corporate insolvency. The realms of cross-border insolvency law has multiplied on a macro level considering that the Indian economy opened up its gates for investments made by foreign creditors, alongside the Indian Corporates Read more
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MARITAL RAPE: GROUND REALITY OF CONTEMPORARY INDIA
The semantic understanding of Rape is, non-consensual or forced intercourse with someone but different perspectives push through when you consider the act of rape in the setting of a marriage in India. In a country that considers marriage a sacred institution, marital rape not only becomes hotly debated but its very legislative validity starts being Read more
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THE TORT OF PASSING OFF: A CRITICAL ANALYSIS
ORIGIN AND EVOLUTION: The tort of Passing-Off has originated from Common laws. It is pretty regular in countries like United Kingdom, Philippines, and New Zealand. In the case of Frank Reddaway Ltd v. Banham[1], Lord Halsbury held that common law protects a man’s goodwill and rights and prevents others from misrepresenting it. However, the exact definition was Read more
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