December 2024

JURISPRUDENCE

Navigational Table of Contents Meaning Definitions Nature of Jurisprudence Scope of Jurisprudence Sources of Jurisprudence 1. Custom 2. Legislation 3. Judicial Precedent References JURISPRUDENCE – MEANING The study of jurisprudence began with the Romans, who regarded it as the science of law. However, this interpretation is now considered too ambiguous and narrowly applied. Over time, […]

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Protection in Respect of Conviction (Article 20)

Article 20 provides three key protections to individuals: Protection against Ex Post Facto Law Protection against Double Jeopardy Protection against Self-Incrimination Article 20(1): Protection against Ex Post Facto Law “No person shall be convicted of any offence except for violation of the law in force at the time of the commission of the act… nor

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Right to freedom

ARTICLE 19 Article 19(1) grants various rights to citizens, from clauses (a) to (g). These rights are not absolute and are subject to constitutional restrictions. Article 19(1)(a): Freedom of Speech and Expression Article 19(1)(a) gives freedom of speech and expression to the citizens. Restrictions of Article 19(1)(a) is given under Article 19(2): Grounds of Restriction

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