Summary of Laws in India
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Criminal Law:
Deals with crimes and legal punishments. Governed by the Indian Penal Code (IPC), Criminal
Procedure Code (CrPC), and Evidence Act.
Civil Law:
Covers disputes between individuals and organizations. Includes contract law, property law, family
law, and tort law.
Constitutional Law:
Supreme law of India, outlined in the Constitution. Defines fundamental rights, duties, and
governance structure.
Corporate Law:
Regulates businesses and corporations. Includes the Companies Act, Securities Laws, and
Insolvency Laws.
Labour Law:
Protects workers' rights and regulates employment relationships. Covers wages, working conditions,
trade unions, and industrial disputes.
Tax Law:
Governs taxation policies, including income tax, GST, and corporate tax.
Property Law:
Regulates ownership, transfer, and use of property. Includes the Transfer of Property Act and Real
Estate Regulation Act (RERA).
Environmental Law:
Protects the environment through regulations. Includes laws like the Environment Protection Act and
Wildlife Protection Act.
Family Law:
Deals with marriage, divorce, adoption, and inheritance. Includes Hindu, Muslim, Christian, and
secular laws.
Cyber Law:
Governs digital transactions, cybercrimes, and online security. Includes the Information Technology
(IT) Act.