Who was Shah Bano and why was her alimony pertinent to India s Secularism? Does the fundamental right to life include the right to livelihood and shelter? Where there is the right to live, is there also the right to die? How did Bhanwari Devi s Rape help define sexual harassment at the workplace? Here are the Supreme Court’s ten pivotal judgements that have transformed Indian democracy and redefined our daily, lives. Exploring vital themes such as custodial deaths, reservations and environmental jurisprudence, this book contextualizes the judgements, explains key concepts and maps their impacts. Written by one of India’s most respected lawyers, Ten Judgements That Changed India is an authoritative yet accessible read for anyone keen to understand India’s legal system and the foundations of our democracy.
Lingua Inglese ● Formato EPUB ● Pagine 256 ● ISBN 9788184759532 ● Casa editrice Penguin Books Ltd ● Pubblicato 2013 ● Scaricabile 6 volte ● Moneta EUR ● ID 5802350 ● Protezione dalla copia Adobe DRM
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