THE RIGHT TO PROTEST VS. POLICE POWERS: ARTICLE 19, BNS & BNSS EXPLAINED FOR CLAT 2027 UG
Introduction The recent protests at Jantar Mantar during the “Chalo Sansad” rally demanding reforms in the National Testing Agency (NTA) have once again raised an important constitutional question: How far does the right to protest extend, and when can the police lawfully intervene? For CLAT 2027 UG aspirants, this issue is highly relevant because it […]
Understanding Article 142: The Supreme Court’s Power to Do Complete Justice
Introduction The Supreme Court of India is the guardian of the Constitution and the highest judicial authority in the country. While most courts are required to strictly follow statutory law, the Supreme Court possesses a unique constitutional power that allows it to ensure justice even in exceptional situations where existing laws may fall short. This […]
Custodial Trial Explained: Is Keeping an Accused in Jail Throughout the Trial Legal?
Introduction The concept of a Custodial Trial has recently become a significant topic in Indian criminal law. Although investigating agencies often request courts to keep an accused person in judicial custody throughout the trial, an important legal question arises: Does Indian law actually permit a custodial trial? The debate surrounding Custodial Trial has gained attention […]
Article 326 and Article 19(1)(a): Understanding Voting Rights in India for CLAT Aspirants
Article 326 and Article 19(1)(a) together form the constitutional foundation of voting rights in India. While Article 326 establishes who has the right to vote through the principle of universal adult suffrage, Article 19(1)(a) protects how citizens exercise that choice by guaranteeing freedom of speech and expression. Through a series of landmark judgments, the Supreme […]
Right to Walk Judgment: Supreme Court Declares Footpaths a Fundamental Right
The Right to Walk Judgment delivered by the Supreme Court of India in Maniyar Iliyaz @ Shaik Riyaz v. P. Ayyappan (2026) marks a landmark development in constitutional law and urban governance. In a significant ruling, the Court held that the right to safe and accessible footpaths is an integral part of Article 21 of […]
