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The independence comes with its own baggage of complications and risks. Unlike a corporation, freelancers are more vulnerable to exploitation due to lack of legal protection.

Because it is not "common" does not mean it should be condemned. India is a developing country and progressive laws will boost the growth and development.

The punishments have been made more stringent to deter the criminals and to curb the shooting crime rates against women.

Over the last 40 years, the Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been one of the greatest tools available to citizens seeking legal redressal and justice. Here are five of the most iconic PIL cases and judgements from India.

India needs more lawyers than engineers, who can provide constructive solutions to current problems and lead society to progress and change.

Labour laws have been a point of strong contention in India since independence. With two new labour reform bills scheduled for the coming parliament session, here’s a look at five of the most important existing labour laws in India.

PIL is a weapon given to the public which can be used when the intention is of public interest.

Acid attacks continue to be a major threat for women in Indian society, with survivors often struggling to make ends meet. Now, new government legislation aims to turn things around by officially giving acid attack survivors recognition as physically disabled and providing opportunities through reservation.

A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) can be very useful in establishing accountability in India, but few people use this legal tool. If more people start using PILs to claim their rights and uphold responsibilities, governance in India can become much more efficient.

The “right to be forgotten” is an increasingly accepted fundamental right in many Western countries. While India has no privacy laws as such, recent High Court rulings have thrown the topic up for debate again.