Indian law, explained from the source.
Free, plain-language guides to common legal problems, written from official sources.
Call 1930, report on cybercrime.gov.in and tell your bank in writing, fast. RBI rules limit what you lose if you report an unauthorised transaction within three working days.
In 1997 the Supreme Court held that sexual harassment at work violates women's fundamental rights and laid down binding guidelines for employers. They were the basis of the POSH Act, 2013.
In Shreya Singhal v. Union of India, the Court held that the provision punishing "offensive" online messages was vague and overbroad, and not saved by any reasonable restriction under Article 19(2).
In 2017 a nine-judge bench unanimously held that the right to privacy is protected by Article 21 and Part III of the Constitution, overruling earlier judgments that said otherwise.
In 1973 a 13-judge bench held, by 7 to 6, that Parliament can amend any part of the Constitution but cannot destroy its basic structure. The doctrine still limits every constitutional amendment.
Every summary links to the original judgment.
You must be told why you are arrested, your family must be informed, you can meet a lawyer, and you must be taken before a Magistrate within 24 hours. Here are your rights under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.
Under the Code on Wages, 2019, in force since 21 November 2025, monthly salary must be paid by the 7th of the next month, and dues within two working days of leaving a job. You can claim unpaid wages within three years.
Parents and senior citizens who cannot support themselves can claim monthly maintenance from their children or relatives before a Maintenance Tribunal, without a lawyer. Property given on the condition of care can be taken back if that care isn't given.
The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 lets a woman get protection orders, the right to stay in the shared home, money for expenses, and custody of children, quickly and through a Magistrate.
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