Legal Analysis & Policy

The Supreme Court's 2026 framework requiring disclosure of criminal antecedents in bail proceedings seeks transparency and candour. But when an accused is required to personally disclose such information on affidavit, an uncomfortable constitutional question emerges: where does legitimate disclosure end and compelled self-incrimination begin?

Can a Chief Minister continue in office after electoral defeat? This article examines constitutional provisions, Supreme Court doctrine, and legal remedies governing such a situation in India

Courts increasingly promote ADR to reduce backlog and speed up dispute resolution. While beneficial, excessive reliance on mediation and settlement can compromise fairness, weaken legal precedent, and pressure weaker parties. This article explores when judicial encouragement of ADR strengthens justice and when it risks backfiring

When can a State lawfully restrict fundamental rights in the name of national security? This article examines the constitutional limits imposed by international law, focusing on legality, necessity, proportionality, and non-derogable rights.