Supreme Court Clarifies POCSO Presumption: Prosecution Must Establish Foundational Facts
The Supreme Court of India has recently clarified an important aspect of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO Act), concerning the statutory presumptions under Sections 29 and 30. In its judgment dated 17 September 2026 in Deepak in JC v. State Govt. of NCT Delhi, the Court explained that these presumptions […]
Child Custody in India: Understanding Legal Rights of Parents and Guardians
Child custody is one of the most sensitive and important aspects of family law in India. It deals with the legal rights and responsibilities of parents and guardians to care for and make decisions on behalf of a child after separation or divorce. The primary focus of Indian courts in custody matters is the best […]