10 Judgements That Changed India
| Author | : Zia Mody |
| Publisher | : Penguin UK |
| Total Pages | : 268 |
| Release | : 2013-08-15 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9788184759532 |
| ISBN-13 | : 8184759533 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (533 Downloads) |
Download or read book 10 Judgements That Changed India written by Zia Mody and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2013-08-15 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
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