Law and Other Things publishes articles and commentary focused on Indian constitutional law, public law, and legal practice. The blog addresses issues such as the constitutional implications of legislation, rights related to healthcare and end-of-life decisions, and procedural aspects of litigation in Indian courts. It also covers topics on equality, citizenship, and access to justice, including challenges faced by marginalized groups. The blog aims to provide insights into both doctrinal legal analysis and practical courtroom procedures, serving law students, practitioners, and those interested in the evolving legal landscape of India.
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Over one-third of India’s sitting ministers face pending criminal charges, making ministerial office one of the most consequential sites of the criminalisation of politics. The Constitution (One Hundred and Thirtieth Amendment) Bill, 2025, seeks to address this structural defect by…
This article examines the Supreme Court’s 2025 judgment on the Aravalli Hills and Ranges, focusing on the Court’s effort to resolve the long-standing definitional ambiguity surrounding the ecosystem. It discusses the ecological importance of the Aravallis, the new scientific definition,…
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