The Nuisance of Neighbours
Abhi, every time my neighbour's dog starts barking nonstop at 6 am, I think of Section 90 of the Indian Contract Act, which states "an agreement not to be enforced by law is one wh…
Yeh Constitution Kaise Apne Jeevan Mein Aata Hai
So, you think the Constitution is all about politics and Parliament, but no, it seeps into your daily life in some weird ways. Like, every time I get frustrated with traffic police…
When Traffic Cops Stop You, I Think of Section 149 CrPC
So, you're driving, and suddenly a khakhi-wala stops you for no reason. You're like, "Arre, why me bro?" Then you recall, this is exactly what the law says about public servants do…
When You Agree to Buy a Used Bike, You're Creating a Secret Contract
So, you're buying a second-hand Suzuki Splendor from your friend for 20K. He shows you the registration papers, and you both agree on the price. The deal seems cool, but what if he…
Bachpan Ka Adhikaar: How Article 21 Relates to Every Parent's Worry
Arre, have you ever thought about how Article 21 connects to our daily lives as parents? You know, the one that talks about the Right to Life and Liberty? So, every time my 2-year-…
Evidence Act ka connection with daily life mein hai kya?
Abhi jab main college se late hoon, aur traffic mein stuck hoon, toh main sochta hoon "Section 62, ab kya hoga?" (Evidence Act, 1872 mein). Kya log traffic mein stuck hone ke baad,…
Corporate Governance and Everyday Life - Kaam Karne Ka Aisa Bhi Hai
You know when you're in a group project at college and someone starts doing all the work while the others just chill, expecting the grades? This is kinda like what happens when com…
When your mom says " Beta, tumhare saapne mein kya hai?
Arre, you think I'm kidding, but seriously, every time my mom says those exact words, I think of the concept of 'mental capacity' in Family Law. You know, the Indian Guardianship a…
When My Mom Doesn't Feed Me On Time, I Think of 'Due Process'
Tumhari ma jaldi khana nahi deti, to main sochta hoon ki agar court mein bhi yahi hai, to 'due process' kaisa hai? My mom is the most litigative person in our household. Every day,…
Evidence Act ka Connection in Real Life
Ab maine socha, evidence toh har cheez me hoti hain. Take yeh example, maine aaj hi kisi friend ke saath dinner khaya tha. Mere doston ko lagta hai ki maine food par extra sauce dr…
Mera Family Ka Mazaak - Best Evidence Act Cases
Koi baat hai, when my family gets into a fight, every statement my chacha makes sounds like a Section 32 Evidence Act situation - 'ab kya bolte hain, mere paas recording hai!' He g…
The 'Right to be Forgotten' of my Old Phone Numbers
Every time I try to delete a bunch of unused phone numbers from my old SIM card, I think of Section 43A of the IT Act. It's like, what's the point of having a 'right to be forgotte…
When I Get Evicted, I Think of Section 52 of CrPC
Kya sab jaante hain, maine apne roommate se ek baar aur baar apni chai ka demand kiya, lekin woh nahin sun rahe the. Phir ek din, woh ne mere ghar chhode aur mujhe notice diya kya …
When my roommate 'borrows' my clothes without asking and then 'forgets' to return them, I think of Section 406: Criminal Breach of Trust
This section is a real-life example of what happens when trust is broken. When someone 'trusts' you to return their stuff and you just don't, you're not just being careless, you're…
Rationing Love: A CLAT PG Analogy
You know those days when your mom calls you 17 times in a row, and you're like 'chalo mujhe mar jaye'? Those are like the rationing principles in the E.P. Royappa case, 1974. You s…
When Traffic Cops Make Me Think of Ultra Vires
Every time I'm stuck in a pothole-ridden Mumbai road and some over-zealous traffic cop slaps a fine for a ridiculously small infraction, I think of Ultra Vires. You know, the fancy…
Every Time I Renegotiate My PG Rent with Mom, I Think of Section 109A of Transfer of Property Act
Main to kabhi-kabhi socha hoon ki ye Transfer of Property Act ki sections kya hain pehle? Lekin ab mujhe pata hai ki ye toh real life mein bhi apply hota hai! Like, every time I tr…
The Arnab Goswami Conundrum Revisited
You know when you're stuck in a traffic jam and the rickshawala refuses to budge? Remember Section 122 of the Motor Vehicles Act 1988, which says the driver should be liable for an…
When landlord says "Kuch na kuch", I remember Section 106
So, whenever I'm in a mess with my PG owner about extending the lease or something, I'm like "Arre, Section 106, bhai!" You know, Section 106 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882.…
The Right to Property - A Housemate from Hell
So, whenever my flatmate decides to rent out my room without asking, I think of Article 300A. You see, it says property rights can't be taken away without following due process. Sa…