Conflict of Laws: Cases and Materials by V. C. Govindaraj offers a comprehensive and analytical exploration of the principles that govern legal disputes involving foreign elements. This volume brings together leading judicial decisions, statutory excerpts, and academic commentary, enabling students to understand how courts address issues of jurisdiction, choice of law, and recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments.
The book provides an in-depth study of core areas such as domicile, nationality, marriage and matrimonial causes, contracts and torts with international elements, property conflicts, and procedural aspects in private international law. By presenting materials in an organized and contextual manner, the text helps readers interpret the evolution of conflict of laws through case law development both in India and internationally.
Ideal for LL.B and LL.M students, researchers, and practitioners, this work serves as a valuable reference for academic study, classroom learning, and comparative legal analysis.
Key Features
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Comprehensive case-based approach to conflict of laws
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Includes landmark Indian and international judgments
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Covers core themes: jurisdiction, choice of law, foreign judgments
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Addresses family law, contracts, torts, and property conflicts
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Provides statutory extracts and scholarly commentary
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Enhances analytical skills through structured presentation of materials
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Suitable for advanced study and reference in private international law
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