It is a pivotal moment in India history. Not just for the legal system, but for the country and all who reside here. Our tradition of civilization, spiritual and wise thought recognized the world over, passed down from the Vedas, by the Buddha, through Ashoka, the teachings of the Prophet Mohammed, Guru Nanak, and with Gandhiji-to give birth to a modern and secular India... will it rise to this moment and be faithful to our lineage? Or will our global status ...
Child marriage may seem to be an absolute anachronism in this day and age. But that does not detract from the reality of the common specter of mass marriages of children, still rampantly organized in parts of India, on “auspicious†days. It is appalling that these gala events receive the patronage of government, in the public glare and hence, also have tacit social approval. The prevailing socio-economic inequality, feudalism and patriarchy ensure, that such ...
The Human Rights Law Network is a nationwide collective of lawyers and social activists dedicated to the use of the legal system, to advance human rights and access to justice to all. In addition to pro bono legal services, the Network seeks to strengthen human rights mechanisms through trainings, investigations and campaigns, to protect civil rights and liberties and safeguard the right of poor and marginalized communities. We work with women prisoners, dalits, ...
