SC orders clean-up of university elections

The Supreme Court has ordered the reform of student elections.

Anti-conversion amendments in Gujarat

The amendments to the Freedom of Religion Act in Gujarat have angered several religious groups.

SC orders police reforms

The Supreme Court has ordered far-reaching police reforms that have implications for the entire criminal justice system. In so doing, it has also pre-empted the efforts of the Committee to Draft a new Police Act set up by the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Internal party democracy

This piece argues for a law to ensure democracy within political parties.

Language discrimination

Madhu Kishwar argues against discrimination against people without proficiency in English.

Incentive for inter-caste marriages

The government is offering cash incentives for inter-caste marriages.

AP law to protect old parents and illegitimate children

Andhra Pradesh has enacted special provisions to provide for the maintenance of old parents and of children born out of wedlock by their children and biological parents respectively.

Trial by media

The Law Commission has recommended a law to gag the media to prevent 'trial by press' of those accused in a criminal trail, although the Law Minister has disagreed, saying free press usually helps uphold the rule of law.