INTRODUCTION The right of guardianship of the minor belongs to the father and in his absence to nominate Where no one has been nominated then to the grandfather if he dies the right of his guardianship vests in the court. DEFINITION OF GUARDIAN According to Section 4(2) Guardians and Wards Act 1890. “Guardian means a … Read more
Introduction Contingent contracts are those types of contracts that depend on the happening or not happening of a future uncertain event. Here, we will see the situations when these agreements are enforced and when they become void, hence not enforceable by law. Relevant Provisions Sections 31-36 of the Contract Act, 1872. Meaning The … Read more
INTRODUCTION A person who accepts the office of guardianship actually undertakes to act on the terms imposed by the court of law. However, the guardian is bound by some duties and liabilities, under the Guardians and Wards Act, 1990. DEFINITION OF GUARDIAN According to Section 4(2) Guardians and Wards Act 1890: “Guardian means a … Read more
INTRODUCTION Defamation refers to the act of making false statements that harm the reputation of an individual or entity. It involves spreading falsehoods through spoken or written communication, such as slander (spoken defamation) or libel (written defamation). Defamation can result in serious legal consequences, as it infringes upon a person’s right to a good name … Read more
Introduction Appropriation of payments is the payment of a debt either in the sequence in which it is received or in any other recognized way. Sometimes, a debtor has to pay several debts to the same creditor and makes payment. Here, the question arises as to which of these, payment is to be applied. Sections … Read more
INTRODUCTION Inheritance is the transfer of legal ownership of a deceased’s assets to his heirs. The legal basis for the law of inheritance is found in Shariah, the Sayings of the Holy Prophet Mohammad (PBUH). Shariah is the primary source of Islamic law and is based mainly on the Quran and Sunnah. All Muslims living … Read more
Introduction When one of the contracting parties refuses or fails to perform his part or obligation which he has promised to perform, is a breach of contract. A breach may be one by non-performance, by repudiation, or by both. Every breach gives rise to a claim for damages & may also give rise to other … Read more
Introduction International law, often referred to as the law of nations or public international law, is a multifaceted and dynamic field of law that governs relations between states and other international actors. It is a fundamental framework that regulates interactions at the global level, encompassing issues ranging from diplomacy and human rights to armed conflict … Read more
INTRODUCTION Theft, liable to Hadd is included in The Offences Against Property (Enforcement of Hudood) Ordinance, 1979. It is the modification of the existing laws against property in order to bring the commission of certain offences within the injunctions of Islam. It is also known as Sarka. RELEVANT PROVISIONS Sections 4 to 14 of … Read more
Introduction Indemnity means a promise to save another harmless from loss caused as a result of a transaction entered into the instance of the promisor. On the other hand, a contract of Guarantee is a contract to perform the promise or discharge the liability of a third person in case of his default. Both terms … Read more
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