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The RMLNLU Law Review Blog is an online publication of Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow. The Blog purports to facilitate publication of diverse perspectives on a range of issues concerning topics of contemporary legal significance and interest in the form of short, well informed opinions. The Blog was launched in July, 2015 and is edited and managed entirely by a small team of student editors at the University.
Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure and Evidence, Information Technology

Expounding the Contours of Sexual Harassment in Virtual Reality: Applicability of the Penal Laws to State-of-the-Art Technology (Part 2)

In the second part of this series, the authors highlight the existing legal recourse available in India against sexual harassment in virtual reality and then discuss the limitations of these remedies and laws in general. They then suggest measures and a way further for dealing with sexual harassment in virtual reality before providing their concluding thoughts. Continue reading Expounding the Contours of Sexual Harassment in Virtual Reality: Applicability of the Penal Laws to State-of-the-Art Technology (Part 2)

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Criminal Law, Information Technology

Expounding the Contours of Sexual Harassment in Virtual Reality: Applicability of the Penal Laws to State-of-the-Art Technology (Part 1)

In the first part of this series, the authors analyse the criminal implications of ‘crimes’ committed in the Metaverse in light of recent reports of alleged sexual harassment experienced by users within the Metaverse. The authors draw a comparative analysis between real life experience of sexual harassment vis-a-vis harassment in VR. Further, they explore the lack of jurisprudence in this area and go on to suggest legal and technical solutions to tackle this new age crime. Continue reading Expounding the Contours of Sexual Harassment in Virtual Reality: Applicability of the Penal Laws to State-of-the-Art Technology (Part 1)

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Competition Law, Information Technology

Proposed Amendments to E-Commerce Rules, 2020: Lack of Clarity and Judicial Overlaps

In this article, the author looks at the Proposed Amendments to the E-commerce Rules, 2020. The author argues that due to the ambiguous nature of the amended provisions and regulatory overlaps with the Competition Act, 2002, the amendments have the potential of harming both business and consumer interest. The author thus suggests that a clear definition of certain terms needs to be provided and the regulatory overlaps removed.
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Information Technology, International Law

The Transparency Principle in Data Privacy: An Analysis of the Autoritiet Persoonsgegevens’s Decision on Tiktok Inc.’s Privacy Policy (Part 2)

In the second part of this series, the author makes an argument for elimination of subjectivity in terms of understanding of data and looks in to the necessity for introduction of standard elements and provides suggestions for the same. Following this the author undertakes a comparative analysis between four major corporations operational in the Netherlands to illustrate the differences in the content, placement, and presentation of the cookie settings on their websites and analyses how it results in greater subjectivity around data. The author concludes the series by providing suggestions and the way forward. Continue reading The Transparency Principle in Data Privacy: An Analysis of the Autoritiet Persoonsgegevens’s Decision on Tiktok Inc.’s Privacy Policy (Part 2)

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Information Technology, International Law

The Transparency Principle in Data Privacy: An Analysis of the Autoritiet Persoonsgegevens’s Decision on Tiktok Inc.’s Privacy Policy (Part 1)

In the first part of this series, the author analyses the decision of the Dutch Data Protection Authority, the Autoritiet Persoonsgegevens in relation to the imposition of a substantial fine of 7,50,000 euros on Tiktok Inc. for infringement of the privacy of young children using the app in the Netherlands. The author posits the need to introduce elements of standardization for the purpose of communicating the reasons for processing personal data to the data subjects. Continue reading The Transparency Principle in Data Privacy: An Analysis of the Autoritiet Persoonsgegevens’s Decision on Tiktok Inc.’s Privacy Policy (Part 1)

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RMLNLU International Legal Essay Competition

9th RMLNLU International Legal Essay Writing Competition Winning Entries

The Journal Committee at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow, in collaboration with Khaitan & Co, organised the 9th edition of the RMLNLU International Legal Essay Writing Competition. Along with that, the RMLNLU-Khaitan & Co. conference on Labour Laws was also held on 25 February 2022. This year the Committee invited submissions from authors on the topic – “Emerging Challenges in Labour Law”. … Continue reading 9th RMLNLU International Legal Essay Writing Competition Winning Entries

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RMLNLU International Legal Essay Competition and Conference (RILEC), 2022, being organised on 25 February 2022 in collaboration with Khaitan & Co.

The Journal Committee (“Committee”) at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow (“RMLNLU”), in collaboration with Khaitan & Co, is organising the 9th edition of the RMLNLU International Legal Essay Competition and Conference on Labour Laws (“RILEC”). The conference will be held virtually on 25th February at 5:00pm on the Zoom platform. All registered attendees shall be provided with certificates of attendance. About the … Continue reading RMLNLU International Legal Essay Competition and Conference (RILEC), 2022, being organised on 25 February 2022 in collaboration with Khaitan & Co.

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Constitutional Law, Posts

The ‘Special’ Problem Plaguing the Supreme Court of India: The Need for Urgent Reforms

In this post, the authors seek to analyse one of the foremost causes of pendencies before the Supreme Court – Special Leave Petitions (SLPs), and previous attempts to reform the same. Following which, they propose a three-tiered system of reform that aims at practicable and effective measures to counter the problem of increasing pendencies plaguing the Supreme Court. Continue reading The ‘Special’ Problem Plaguing the Supreme Court of India: The Need for Urgent Reforms

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Deadline Extended: Call for Papers for RMLNLU Journal on Communication, Media, Entertainment & Technology Law [Volume 9] : Submit by 25th February, 2022

The Journal Committee is pleased to announce the call for papers for The RMLNLU Journal on Communication, Media, Entertainment & Technology Law, Volume IX. Continue reading Deadline Extended: Call for Papers for RMLNLU Journal on Communication, Media, Entertainment & Technology Law [Volume 9] : Submit by 25th February, 2022

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Competition Law, Posts

India’s Antitrust Problem With Big Tech—Part 2

In this second post of the series, the author analyses competition concerns persisting with the nature and operation of Big Tech companies which hinder the regulatory capacity of CCI in effectively responding to the issues identified in the first part. Further, the author highlights the overlapping jurisdiction of the CCI and sectoral regulators as a consequence of the continuingly expanding horizons of Big Tech’s influence on allied and ancillary sectors. Continue reading India’s Antitrust Problem With Big Tech—Part 2

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