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Salem Witch Trails

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Introduction : Law has history of Many and many Such Events which might sound Unusual and Unbelievable to us today, but it is also seen that such events have bought Extraordinary changes in the law which later developed the law for Modern man. One of such incident is salem witch trials Salem witch trials took place in the spring of 1692, after a group of young girls in Salem Village, Were said to be possessed by devil and accused many local women of witch craft.  Brief History : Witchcraft is said to be One Of Oldest Custom In Many Western countries, it is difficult to Mention the exact year or origin of this But this has been in existence from many centuries and Been Misused or taken in Wrong way by people, There is one practice where witches are burned alive seen many times in history, according to witches (those who practice witch craft) they Come in contact with devil and Do Many Unnatural things such as black magic... although this is an superstitious things.  What exactl...

Divorce In 18th Century British Laws

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Divorce In British Law In 18th Century. Introduction: Britain Is Said To Be Pioneer In Making Of Modern Laws, Although British Rule In India Was Nothing More Than A Curse For Indian Soil, But Still There Is No Debate On The Fact that may be for their own benefit but at least Britishers introduced many laws in india which are still in force after several amendment as per need. There is An Law In India Called "MATRIMONIAL CAUSES (WAR MARRIAGES) ACT, 1948 40 of 1948" Which Is My Inspiration Behind This Article. Same law Was In Force In Britain During 18th Century Called " Matrimonial Causes Act Of 1857" In This Article I Will Try To Explain That and several other aspects To The Best Of My Knowledge And Conscience Condition Of British Marriages In 18th Century: As It is an well known fact that condition of Women's During 18th century was not as good as we think. Women's were having Very few basic Rights only, Women could not vote, own land while married, go ...

Mimansa Rule Of Interpretation

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Mimansa Rule Of Interpretation Of Statutes Introduction: Interpretation Of Statute Is One Of The Most Important Thing For Any Law Student, Lawyer Or Member Of Judiciary. There Are Number Of Principle And Rules Laid Down In Law For The Purpose Of Interpretation, One Of Ancient Source Of Law Is Mimansa Darshan Which Is Part Of Series Of Six Darshan Of Hinduism, In Law There Is An Type Of Interpretation Which is Known As Mimansa Rule. What Is Interpretation? Interpretation of statute is the process of Understanding Or Considering the true meaning of the words used in a statute. When the language of the statute/law is clear, there is no need for the rules of interpretation. But in certain cases, more than one meaning may be derived from the same word or sentence And May create confusion or wrong meaning of that particular law. This Is the process by which the courts interpret and apply legislations to the facts of the different Case, placed before it by the parties. What Is Mim...

Necrophilia And Rape

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Introduction: Recently Some Pictures Went Viral On Social Media Showing Parents Locking The Grave Of Their Daughter To Avoid Rape. The News Might Be Viral Or True But It Puts The Light On One The Most Serious Issue That Is Necrophilia And Rape. Important Decision: On Jun 06, 2023 The Karnataka High Court cited sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) that do not explicitly address punishment for engaging in “Necrophilic activities”. The Karnataka High Court on May 30 acquitted a 22-year-old man accused in a 2015 case of “murdering a 21-year-old woman and engaging in sexual intercourse with her body.” The court cited sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) that do not explicitly address punishment for engaging in “sexual intercourse with a deceased body,” as the law only applies to acts involving a living person. However, the accused was charged with murder and received a life imprisonment sentence, along with a fine of ₹50,000, under Section 302 (murder) of the IPC. (1) Sections...