Articles by Prashant Bhaware
Why Germany’s constructive vote of no-confidence won’t suit simultaneous
The committee on One Nation, One Poll rejected the Law Commission's recommendation on the German model of no-confidence motion. What does that model entail?
Published on Mar 21, 2024 12:11 AM IST
Legally Speaking | Can fundamental principles of the Constitution be altered?
The Parliament has unrestricted authority to alter the Constitution as long as it does not damage the essential structure of the Constitution
Published on Mar 12, 2024 07:33 PM IST
NBDSA issues guidelines to broadcasting channels on reporting LGBTQIA+ issues
The NBDSA said that it was necessary to highlight stereotypes used as a part of anti-LGBTQIA+ rhetoric, such as the usage of the term “grooming groups”.
Published on Mar 07, 2024 06:36 PM IST
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New Lokpal chairperson's Supreme Court tenure
Justice AM Khanwilkar’s contribution to rights-expanding judgments includes reading down Section 377 and women's right to enter Sabarimala temple
Published on Mar 01, 2024 09:28 PM IST
Are laws that prevent forced conversions really about freedom of religion?
There is no national anti-conversion law, but various states are enacting laws. Newer grounds where such so-called crimes can take place are being identified
Published on Feb 17, 2024 05:03 PM IST
The quest for equality, at the heart of the Uttarakhand UCC bill, is flawed
The lure of a common civil code has for long attracted lawmakers. A new civil law, like the UCC, is an opportunity to reflect changed social mores — does it?
Published on Feb 13, 2024 06:49 PM IST
Legally speaking | The right to abort, in light of different judgements
There is a contradiction in abortion law: On one hand, it recognises a pregnant woman's rights, on the other, it devolves agency to medical practitioners
Published on Jan 27, 2024 04:24 PM IST
Understanding remission guidelines set out in the Bilkis Bano case by the SC
Remission allows for the reduction of the period of imprisonment based on numerous factors. It does not mean acquittal and does not wipe out the offence
Published on Jan 19, 2024 05:54 PM IST
Trans rights: Can free education replace the demand for quota?
The difference between what the government wants to do — offer welfare measures — and what the community has sought — reservation — is wide and deep
Updated on Dec 20, 2023 07:18 PM IST