In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India recently dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging three new criminal laws. These laws, namely the Criminal Procedure Code (Amendment) Act, the Indian Penal Code (Amendment) Act, and the Indian Evidence Act (Amendment) Act, were introduced to address various challenges and modernize aspects of the country’s…
Understanding the differences between Criminal Law and Civil Law is fundamental to navigating the legal system effectively. Both domains serve crucial roles in maintaining order, resolving disputes, and protecting rights within society, but they do so in markedly different ways. This article delves into the key distinctions that set criminal law apart from civil law,…