Laws Relating to Armed Forces
Cochin University of Science and Technology · LL.B. Semester 3 · 20-271-0308
Unit I — Historical Background of Military Law
The origin and development of Indian military Law. Discipline and Justice · International law on military laws · trial of prisoners of war.
Unit II — Indian Military Laws
Army Act · Navy Act · Air Force Act.
Unit III — Military Offences
Military Offences and punishment. Features of Military Court
Unit IV — Court Martial System
The Court Martial System-Role of prosecutors-judge–evidence system-evolution of court martial system
Unit V — Military Laws Comparative Position
Martial law · Constitutional position · Special powers to Armed Forces · Legislations-Acts of indemnity-comparison UK, USA-Judicial response to military interventions