By Munjid bin Muhammad ABSTRACT This article examines the legal status, rights and limitations of squatters under Malaysian land law with a focus on whether under any circumstances, any person occupying a land unlawfully may acquire rights superior to a registered proprietor. Drawing from statutory provisions within the National Land Read more…
By Myrra binte Abdul Jalal Prof. Emeritus Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Ahmad Mohamed Ibrahim, the esteemed legal luminary who donned the iconic white shirt in a black coat, and a black songkok needs no introduction. However, out of respect, it is only appropriate for one to be reminded of his Read more…
By Irfan Ali Thanvi Prof. Tan Sri Datuk Ahmad bin Mohamed Ibrahim (1916–1999) is the pioneer of the Islamization of laws in the Malaysian Constitution. The amazing brainchild and law laureate, Tan Sri, was born in Singapore in the year 1916. He grew up in a post-First World War era and learnt Read more…
By Qistina Khairunnisa Suicide is no longer a foreign or taboo subject in today’s global discourse. With mental health awareness on the rise, societies are increasingly open to discussing the emotional and psychological struggles that drive individuals to consider ending their lives. However, not long ago, in some legal systems, Read more…
By Nur Najihah binti Mohd Alias Abstract The doctrine of Maqasid Shariah serves as guidelines within Islamic jurisprudence and become fundamental objectives that must be obtain in implementing Islamic law. Maqasid Shariah outline purposes of the law in protecting the essential interest of human life, in accordance with Islamic teachings Read more…
By Fathima Manappurathuparambil Sharafuddeen On the 7th of October, 2023, Hamas launched an attack in the southern part of Israel, killing 1200 people and taking with them 250 hostages. IsraeliPrime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, then ordered an airstrike in Gaza, along with a total siege of the densely populated area. This was the beginning of Read more…
By Siti Nur Sofea Mohd Robi Introduction Schools are meant to be safe environments where every individual can learn, teach, and grow. They serve as a second home for children to shape their character and influence how they perceive the world. Unfortunately, in Malaysia, the rising number of sexual assault cases among students has been reported Read more…
By Afifah Najwa binti Tarmizi Introduction When technological advancement outpaces the development of ethical standards, individuals lacking a clear moral compass and sense of boundaries may exploit these innovations to harm others. One alarming example is the misuse of artificial intelligence to produce and manipulate content through deepfake and digital Read more…
By Norsyaza Adani binti Norzaiham Nazley The National Land Code 1965 governs Malaysia’s system of land ownership, adopting the Torrens system of land registration. This system provides clarity and security by guaranteeing ownership based on what is recorded in the land register. The fundamental principle underlying this system is that the person Read more…
By Dania Arisha binti Mohd Azri Wildlife plays a crucial role in the environment by maintaining biodiversity, cultural identity, and ecological balance. According to the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), Malaysia is recognised as one of 12 megadiverse countries in the world, with many of its species occurring in Read more…