legal aid

Fake police encounters in Assam
Case BriefsSupreme Court

“The instant matter arises from a series of encounters reported in the State of Assam, the authenticity of which has been called into question on various counts. At the heart of these proceedings lie concerns that straddle the delicate boundary between the imperatives of law enforcement and the inviolable guarantees of life and personal liberty enshrined in our Constitution”.

Justice MG Priyadarsini
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Late Justice Priyadarsini, who started her legal career in 1995, passed away on 4-5-2025, She was due to retire in 2026.

Madhya Pradesh High Court
Case BriefsHigh Courts

In the instant matter, appellant was a poor person having no source of earning and there was no one in the immediate family to take care which caused delay in filing the appeal.

Delhi High Court
Case BriefsHigh Courts

“The present judgment is only an attempt to put in place a mechanism to address delays caused by the non-appearance of legal aid counsels and to prevent the dismissal of cases involving individuals who are already vulnerable and seeking justice.”

Justice Hrishikesh Roy
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Justice Hrishikesh Roy is known for his notable contributions to the causes of alternative dispute settlement and legal aid.

Supreme Court directives on public prosecutors
Case BriefsSupreme Court

“The right of the accused to defend himself in a criminal trial is guaranteed by Article 21 of the Constitution of India. He is entitled to a fair trial. But if effective legal aid is not made available to an accused who is unable to engage an advocate, it will amount to infringement of his fundamental rights guaranteed by Article 21”

access to Free Legal Aid for prison inmates
Case BriefsSupreme Court

The Division Bench of the Court, while deliberating over the matter, identified 2 major issues- (1) Open Correctional Institutions and (2) Modalities for visitation by lawyers in jail to ensure free legal aid to the deserving prison inmates.

Delhi High Court
Case BriefsHigh Courts

Delhi High Court instructs that if any aid is sought by any litigant eligible for legal aid, then the Legal Service Authorities shall take prompt action.

cnlu legal aid fest
Law School NewsOthers

About the University: Chanakya National Law University (CNLU) is a prestigious law university located in Patna, Bihar, India. It was established in

Bombay High Court
Case BriefsHigh Courts

Bombay High Court was cautious of litigants getting the impression that quality legal services are not provided if they are unable to afford the services of Advocates by paying substantial fees.

ILS
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About Indian Law Society and ILS Law College, Pune In the year 2023, Indian Law Society has proudly completed its Centenary, marking

RGNUL
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ABOUT RGNUL The Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Patiala (RGNUL) is an autonomous National Law University (NLU) established under the second

NLUD
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The National Law University Delhi Pro-Bono Club invites applications from students studying law from any law school for an online, ‘Advanced Course

Delhi High Court
Case BriefsHigh Courts

Absence of cross-examination of witnesses resulted in gross miscarriage of justice. The omission of fair and proper trial is not only a violation of fundamental principles of judicial procedure and constitutional mandate but is also a violation of mandatory provisions of Section 304 CrPC

Allahabad High Court
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    Allahabad high Court: In a case under Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (‘POCSO’ Act), Ajay Bhanot, J.

Law School NewsOthers

About the Legal Aid Clinic The NLIU – Legal Aid Clinic (“LAC”), which is driven by the ethos of Article 39A of

Law made Easy

Article 39-A of the Constitution of India provides that the State shall secure that the operation of the legal system, promotes justice

Allahabad High Court
Case BriefsHigh Courts

    Allahabad High Court: In a bail application filed by the applicant for committing offence under Section 302 of Penal Code,

Meghalaya High Court
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    Meghalaya High Court: The Division Bench of Sanjib Banerjee, CJ. and W. Diengdoh, J. was alarmed by the present criminal

Case BriefsHigh Courts

Allahabad High Court: Rajeev Singh, J. allowed an application of revision filed for quashing an order passed by Additional Sessions Judge (POCSO