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Special Intensive Revision in Bihar
Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in poll bound State Bihar is a positive step for genuine voters.

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Special Intensive Revision in Bihar: Agitating for Illegals

The Election Commission’s initiation of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, ahead of upcoming Legislative Assembly elections,

Democratic Constitution v. Dynastic Leadership
Bharat's Constitution stands as a living testament and serves as the guarantee to its citizens the ideals of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity - to secure a democratic republic. Yet, in the course of India’s journey as a modern nation, there have been repeated assaults on the very soul and structure of this Constitution. The phrase “Samvidhan Hatya,” or the murder of the Constitution, is not mere rhetoric but captures a pattern of deliberate actions that have undermined our founding principles for political convenience.
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Supreme Court's Tamil Nadu Governor verdict is judicial zeal gone too far [2025]
This opinion piece critically examines the Supreme Court's verdict regarding the Tamil Nadu Governor, arguing that the judgment represents excessive judicial activism that may have overstepped constitutional boundaries.
The article analyzes the implications of this verdict on the balance of power between state governments and governors, as well as the broader constitutional framework governing their relationship.
The article explores the constitutional tensions between gubernatorial powers and state autonomy in the context of India's federal structure.

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Supreme Court's Tamil Nadu Governor verdict is judicial zeal gone too far

The Tamil Nadu vs Governor judgment deserves reconsideration by a Constitution Bench—not because the Supreme Court’s motives were flawed, but because its methods exceeded constitutional bounds.

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Bharat Mata: Living Mother Of The Constitution [2025]
An analysis of Kerala Governor Rajendra Arlekar's directive regarding Bharat Mata photos at official functions and its constitutional implications.

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Bharat Mata: Living Mother Of The Constitution

Constitutionalism does not exist in silos - it must honour Culture and Civilisation.

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Don't Internationalise Terror, Neutralise It! [2025]
A critical examination of responses to the Pahalgam terrorist attack and Kapil Sibal's press conference, advocating for direct action against terrorism rather than international discourse.

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Don’t Internationalise Terror, Neutralise It!

The recent terrorist attack on April 22, 2025, in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, in which over 26 innocent tourists were brutally killed and dozens left critically injured, has once again brought ...

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Revisiting Constitutional & Institutional Dharma: Need of the Hour [2025]
Analysis of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar's statements regarding the State of Tamil Nadu v. Governor case and the importance of constitutional values.

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Revisiting Constitutional & Institutional Dharma: Need Of The Hour

“Dharma Dando-Asi”— You (King) are the sceptre that upholds dharma—is the clarion message of ancient Indian polity. It was more than a moral exhortation; it was a constitutional warning before...

Religious Reservation: Fraud on the Constitution [2025]
A critical examination of religious-based reservations and their constitutional validity in India.

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Religious Reservation: Fraud On The Constitution

The Karnataka government’s recent move to provide 4% reservation for Muslims in public procurement contracts under the Karnataka Transparency in Public Procurements (KTPP) Bill has reignited the...

In Defense of "Justice" [2024]
Analysis of Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav's speech on Uniform Civil Code and its implications for justice in India.

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Column | In Defense Of “Justice”

The Controversy On 8th December 2024, Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav of the Allahabad High Court attended an event organised by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad's legal cell on the topic - 'Uniform...

Unravelling The Quest in Courts for Ram Mandir [2024]
A detailed examination of the legal journey of the Ram Mandir case through India's courts.

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Column| Unravelling The Quest In Courts For Ram Mandir

After a long wait of 500 years, Bhagwan Ramlala on 22 January 2024 is going to be consecrated at his janmasthal in Ayodhya. Shri Ram Mandir at Ayodhya is a manifestation of unbridled faith and...

Victim-Centric Justice in New Criminal Laws [2024]

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Column| Victim-Centric Justice In New Criminal Laws

The new criminal laws in India signify a departure from the colonial-era Indian Penal Code (IPC) of 1860, which primarily focused on punishment rather than justice. These laws were made by a ...

Liberating Justice From Colonial Legacy: Decoding Nyaya, Suraksha & Sakshya Bills [2023]

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Liberating Justice From Colonial Legacy: Decoding The Nyaya, Suraksha & Sakshya Bills

In the annals of India’s journey as a Democratic Republic post-independence, a significant development unfolded on Friday, the 11thof August, 2023, which coincidentally also marked the ...

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Democratic Constitution v. Dynastic Leadership
Bharat's Constitution stands as a living testament and serves as the guarantee to its citizens the ideals of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity - to secure a democratic republic. Yet, in the course of India’s journey as a modern nation, there have been repeated assaults on the very soul and structure of this Constitution. The phrase “Samvidhan Hatya,” or the murder of the Constitution, is not mere rhetoric but captures a pattern of deliberate actions that have undermined our founding principles for political convenience.

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Not a Coup, Not a Riot: Just a Signature at Midnight [Print;2025]
An expository poem on The Emergency.
Published alongwith the Report on examination of the Emergency period in Indian history and perspective on passing these learnings to future generations.

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We should pass on the learnings of emergency to the next generation: Dattatreya Hosabale

“Fifty years have passed since the Emergency, and many times on June 25 and 26 programmes have been organised discussing the truths of the Emergency, its


Right to Reside Exclusive to Citizens and not to Illegal Immigrants [2025]
Analysis of the Supreme Court ruling that the right to reside in India is exclusive to citizens, with specific focus on the Rohingya refugee situation.

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Supreme Court says right to reside in Bharat is exclusive to its citizens; Secures the Nation from illegal Rohingyas

On May 8, 2025, the Supreme Court of Bharat declined to intervene in the alleged deportation of illegal Rohingya migrants from Delhi, emphasising that the


Beyond Sambhal: Truth and Reconciliation Healing the Historical Wounds [2024]
Examination of historical reconciliation in the context of Sambhal and approaches to healing historical wounds in Indian society.

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Beyond Sambhal: Truth and reconciliation healing the historical wounds

The right to know the truth is a cornerstone of justice, reconciliation and the preservation of cultural memory. This principle extends beyond political


Muslim Women Maintenance [2024]
Analysis of legal developments regarding maintenance for Muslim women, referencing the historic Shahbano case.

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Muslim Women Maintenance : Justice for Shahbano's Sisters

The Supreme Court in the case of Mohd. Abdul Samad Vs State of Telangana on July 10, 2024, passed a landmark decision pertaining to married and divorced

V K Saxena vs Medha Patkar [2024]
Examination of the defamation case between Delhi Lt. Governor V K Saxena and activist Medha Patkar.

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Delhi LG VK Saxena defamation case exposes the motivated and malicious intent of protesting Medha Patkar

On November 25, 2000, a press note was published titled “True Face of Patriot”, in which Medha Patkar alleged that VK Saxena, benign the one who was

Mushrooming of Minority Institutions [2024]
Critical analysis of the proliferation of minority educational institutions and constitutional implications.

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Mushrooming of Minority Institutions: A constitutional fraud

On one hand, there are schools that admit only a certain class of students, becoming cocoons populated by elites, whereas some institutions have become

Reclaiming Sacred Spaces in Kashi and Mathura [2023]
Legal analysis of cases related to reclaiming religious sites in Kashi and Mathura.

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Reclaiming Sacred Spaces in Kashi and Mathura: A Legal Oddysey

Kashi Vishwanath Temple was constructed by King Vikramaditya, who duly consecrated the idol of Lord Vishweshwar. The Temple was pulled down several times

Article 370 verdict: A glorious spot in the annals of Bharat’s Judiciary [2023]

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Article 370 verdict: A glorious spot in the annals of Bharat's Judiciary

December 11, 2023 marks a red-letter day in the annals of Indian Judiciary, when a 5-Judge Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court led by Chief Justice D

The Legal Labyrinth: Verdict on Same-Sex Union [2023]

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The Legal Labyrinth: Verdict on Same-Sex Union

On October 17, 2023, the 5-Judge Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court pronounced its verdict in this batch of petitions, rejecting the plea for queer

Criminal Justice System: Curating the Nyaya, Suraksha and Sakshya Bills [2023]

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Criminal Justice System: Curating the Nyaya, Suraksha and Sakshya Bill

On August 11, also the last working day of the Monsoon Session of the Indian Parliament this year, witnessed a momentous occasion with the introduction of

National Youth Day: Young Aspirations & The Way Ahead [2020]

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National Youth Day: Young Aspirations and the Way Ahead

A person without a purpose is nothing but a walking corpse. Our youth must have a clear conviction in life to do something that impacts the lives of people around them

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Digital Personal Data Protection
July-September 2024
This article critically analyzes India's digital personal data protection framework & implications for privacy rights in the digital age.

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On the Canvas of Constitution
January-March 2022
This scholarly piece explores the constitutional framework of India and the art that adorns the text of the Constitution.

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Other Publications
Key changes in the Law of Evidence - Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 [2024]
A detailed analysis of the significant changes introduced in India's evidence law through the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023, examining the modernization of evidentiary procedures and their implications for the justice system.
Voluntary Winding-up of Company under IBC, 2016 [2020]
An examination of the voluntary winding-up procedures for companies under India's Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, analyzing the legal framework and processes involved in corporate dissolution.
Harmony of Religions – Going the Vivekananda Way [2018]
An exploration of Swami Vivekananda's philosophy on religious harmony and its relevance in contemporary India, examining interfaith dialogue and peaceful coexistence.
Tracing the Prospects of Snapdeal-Flipkart Merger [2017]
A business and legal analysis of the proposed merger between two major Indian e-commerce platforms, Snapdeal and Flipkart, examining the commercial implications and regulatory considerations.
Report on Global Water Day [2017]
Published in The Tribune, this report covers events organized to create awareness about the global water crisis on World Water Day, highlighting conservation efforts and educational initiatives.
Books
RGNUL Book Series - III on Corporate Governance
ISBN: 978-93-84166-26-7 [2020]
Edited and Published academic work focusing on corporate governance principles, legal frameworks, and best practices in the Indian context.
Essays on Classics
ISBN: 978-93-84166-32-8 [2019]
Featuring an essay on "Duality of Human Beings – Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde," this collection explores themes from classic literature and their relevance to legal and philosophical thought.
COVID, Conspiracy and Causation
ISBN: 978-81-93196-04-5 [2020]
Published by Forum for Integrated National Security, this book includes a chapter on "COVID-19 & Threat to India's National Security," examining the pandemic through a national security lens.
Handbook of A Patriot: Selected Lectures of Swami Vivekananda
ISBN: 979-86-71575-41-5 [2020]
A compilation of selected lectures by Swami Vivekananda focusing on patriotism, national identity, and spiritual values. This work brings together Vivekananda's thoughts on nation-building and cultural pride.

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Handbook of a Patriot: Selected Lectures of Swami Vivekananda

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Vichar Manthan
A series of anthologies containing selected articles on various legal, social, and philosophical topics published in 2020:
  • Issue I {ISBN: 979-86-64672-94-7} -

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Vichar Manthan: An Anthology of Selected Articles (May 2020 Edition) (Vichar Manthan Series Book 1)

Vichar Manthan: An Anthology of Selected Articles (May 2020 Edition) (Vichar Manthan Series Book 1) eBook : Kashyap, Aditya: Amazon.in: Kindle Store

  • Issue II {ISBN: 979-86-65417-33-2}

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Vichar Manthan (June 2020): An Anthology of Selected Articles (Vichar Manthan Series Book 2)

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  • Issue III {ISBN: 979-86-65418-17-9}

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Vichar Manthan: An Anthology of Selected Articles (July 2020 Edition) (Vichar Manthan Series Book 4)

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