Author: Aishath Shaufa Ahmed Steps towards the abolition of the death penalty in countries or imposing a moratorium on its use are common. Yet, it leaves us to wonder how countries that impose capital punishment legitimize it. The death penalty is presumed to serve objectives such as deterrence and retribution. Ideally, it is expected toContinueContinue reading “How do countries legitimize the death penalty?”
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In Memoriam: Remembering the Legacy of Professor Rahmatullah Khan in International Law
Professor Rahmatullah Khan (01 July 1934 to 31 March 2023) was the professor of International Law and held the Jawaharlal Nehru Chair for International Environmental Law at School of International Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi (JNU). He also served as the head of Centre for Studies in Diplomacy, International Law and Economics (1979-1982); Vice-PresidentContinueContinue reading “In Memoriam: Remembering the Legacy of Professor Rahmatullah Khan in International Law”
Maldives Legal and Political History
Abstract The Republic of Maldives has an interesting history. The early history of the Maldives remains mostly a mystery. The little bits and pieces that historians have been able to uncover show that the people of the Maldives were strong seafarers who lived a simple life. The sea provided them with the riches they needed,ContinueContinue reading “Maldives Legal and Political History”
Enigma of Capital Punishment in Rape Cases: A Socio-Legal Approach
Abstract There can be no offence than that of rape which attacks on the dignity and sanctity of womanhood especially in countries like India where woman is treated as goddess under Hinduism. It is needless to argue that the offence committed against woman is increasing on daily basis and the numbers available on government recordsContinueContinue reading “Enigma of Capital Punishment in Rape Cases: A Socio-Legal Approach”
Call for Book Review Editor
The Indian Society for Legal Research is seeking a book review editor. The post involves the commissioning, selection, and editing of reviews for inclusion on the website domain. The initial duration shall be of 03 months with a possibility of extension. Applications are invited from suitable undergraduate candidates: 4th/5th year students in case of integratedContinueContinue reading “Call for Book Review Editor”
Symposium on Decoding Maldives’ Foreign Investment and Arbitration Law Regime
The Cambridge International Law Journal Blog (CILJ Blog) recently published a symposium on ‘Decoding Maldives’ Foreign Investment and Arbitration Law Regime.’ Please find the link to articles published in this symposium. Decoding Maldives’ Foreign Investment and Arbitration Law Regime: An IntroductionAuthors: Asna Ahmed (Dean- Faculty of Shariah and Law, Villa College, Maldives) Mohd Imran (Lecturer-ContinueContinue reading “Symposium on Decoding Maldives’ Foreign Investment and Arbitration Law Regime”
Book Review: Mirages of International Justice
Mirages of International Justice: The Elusive Pursuit of a Transnational Legal Order Mathew Parish, Edward Elgar Publishing Limited, UK 2011. 259pp. ISBN 978 1 84980 4080 (ceased) This book is a powerful insight on the International justice and the roles played by the States and International organizations for the attainment of justice. The book exploresContinueContinue reading “Book Review: Mirages of International Justice”
Sun Travel v. Hilton: High Court of Maldives Confirms Recognition and Enforcement of Arbitral Awards
In a recent decision in Sun Travel v Hilton1, the High Court of the Maldives grappled with the question of whether a party applying for the enforcement of a foreign arbitral award is required to apply for both recognition and enforcement of the award. The judgment adds another loop to the long-running dispute involving the arbitrationContinueContinue reading “Sun Travel v. Hilton: High Court of Maldives Confirms Recognition and Enforcement of Arbitral Awards”
Would murder and terrorism constitute ‘most serious crimes’?
By the year 2020, a total of 108 countries have abolished the death penalty. The countries that have abolished the death penalty believe it is a cruel, inhumane and degrading form of punishment. The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) recognizes the right to life. Article 6 subsection (1) of the ICCPR provides that every human being hasContinueContinue reading “Would murder and terrorism constitute ‘most serious crimes’?”
Maldives’ Engagement with International Law
In the past few years, Maldives has been conducting a much more active foreign policy. With huge attraction for foreign investment and its strategic location in the Indian Ocean, Maldives engagement with international law is going to take a new shift in coming years.
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