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The Madhya Pradesh High Court recently set aside a Family Court's order rejecting a divorce petition under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 (HMA), clarifying that the Act applies to the Jain community despite its recognition as a minority community. The ruling underscores the legal position that Jain marriages fall within the purview of HMA due to their similarity in rituals and the express provisions of the law. Background of the Case The case arose from an appeal under Section 19(1)....
Read MoreSection 41 of the Transfer of Property Act (TPA) deals with transfers made by an ostensible owner and protects the rights of a bona fide transferee. However, this section is now subject to the Benami Transactions (Prohibition of the Right to Recover Property) Act, 1988 (B.T. Act), which restricts certain property transactions carried out in the name of another person (Benami transactions). The B.T. Act makes it clear that in such cases, the person in whose name the property is....
Read MoreSection 40 of the Transfer of Property Act deals with the concept of restrictive covenants and contractual obligations related to land. A restrictive covenant is a condition imposed by the transferor that limits the use or enjoyment of the transferred property by the transferee. This provision is based on the principle laid down in the landmark English case of Tulk v. Moxhay (1848), which established that restrictive covenants “run with the land,” meaning they bind not only the immediate transferee....
Read MoreThe First National Lok Adalat of 2025, conducted on March 8 in Gujarat under the aegis of the National Legal Service Authority (NALSA), marked a significant milestone in alternative dispute resolution. With over 7 lakh cases settled and compensation worth ₹2,743 crores awarded, this event demonstrated the efficiency and impact of Lok Adalats in reducing the pendency of cases in courts. Leadership and Execution The event was spearheaded by Chief Justice of the Gujarat High Court and Patron-in-Chief of the....
Read MoreIntroduction The recent controversy surrounding stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra, who allegedly made defamatory remarks against Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, has raised significant legal questions. Following his comments, an FIR was registered against Kamra, and Mumbai police are tracing his location for further legal action. Additionally, the incident led to acts of vandalism by Shiv Sena workers, resulting in multiple arrests. This blog explores the legal framework governing defamation, freedom of speech, and unlawful assembly in the context of....
Read MoreIntroduction The legal fraternity was shaken when reports emerged regarding the alleged recovery of unaccounted cash from the residence of Delhi High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma. This development raised serious concerns about judicial integrity, prompting an in-house inquiry and speculation regarding his transfer. However, the Supreme Court has categorically denied that the Collegium has recommended his transfer due to the cash recovery incident. Instead, a press release issued by the apex court clarifies that the proposed transfer is independent....
Read MoreRecently a major controversy erupted after a large amount of unaccounted cash was discovered in the official residence of Delhi High Court Judge Yashwant Verma during Holi vacations. The money came to light after a fire broke out at the bungalow, leading emergency services to inform the police. Justice Verma was not present at the time, and upon learning about the incident, the Supreme Court Collegium, led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, took serious note of the matter and unanimously....
Read MoreWhen a property is transferred, the interest of the transferee can be of two types depending on when the interest accrues vested interest and contingent interest. These types of interests are defined under Section 19 and Section 21 of the Transfer of Property Act, of 1882. Vested Interest (Section 19) A vested interest is a present and fixed right to the property that accrues to the transferee immediately upon the transfer. Under Section 19, the key features of vested interest....
Read MoreThe Doctrine of Election is based on the principle of fairness, where a person cannot accept the part of a legal document that benefits them while rejecting the part that goes against them. In simple terms, one cannot “approve and disapprove” at the same time. This principle applies to all types of legal instruments, whether it is a will, deed, or any transaction related to movable or immovable property. Meaning of Election The term ‘election’ means choosing between two alternative....
Read MoreThe recent imposition of curfew in parts of Nagpur following violent protests over the Aurangzeb tomb row raises several legal considerations. The violence erupted following protests by Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal demanding the removal of Aurangzeb’s tomb from Maharashtra. During the protest, a symbolic grave wrapped in a green cloth was burned, which triggered unrest as rumors spread that sacred verses were inscribed on the cloth. This led to violent retaliation by a section of the community, resulting....
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