I.I.M.U.N. Blog
In this era of globalisation and liberalisation, we often come across the term ‘utilitarianism’ either in books, papers or talks. Similarly, I had come across a situation where an action was done based on how many people were happy with it, and completely being ignorant of the other facet of the same action. This made […]
“I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it.” – Voltaire. Freedom of speech is one such fundamental right in India that has been debated for centuries and is yet under debate. Before we delve into the current standing of this integral fundamental right, it is […]
The Indian Criminal Justice system has witnessed quite a journey starting from the Arthashastra to the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the criminal system has traversed through many ups and downs. Historically, the Indian criminal justice system was governed by ‘dharma’ or what we call ‘righteousness’. The rules of conduct in society were decided based on whether […]
Secularism is a very famous concept and an ideology followed in many countries including India. The term ‘secular’ originates from the Latin term ‘saeculum’ which refers to a generation or a lifetime. Secularism refers to separating the concept of religion from other aspects of life including cultural, political and traditional aspects. Religion is viewed as […]
Nationalism refers to a sense of national consciousness present among the people of the state with a strong emphasis on the promotion of the state’s culture & interests as opposed to those of other groups. The need for autonomy rises from the feeling of nationalism. Nationalism as a concept has been used for a variety […]
Jurisprudence is a theory of law and a philosophy that deals with what law is and what law ought to be. It is the study, knowledge and science of law. It provides the basis for what law is today. Feminist Jurisprudence is a philosophy that stems from the historical subordination of women. It refers to […]