legal-research-assistant

Query Indian statutes, case law, and secondary sources with citation tracking.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/swarochish/indian-law-plugin --skill legal-research-assistant
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Skill: legal-research-assistant
Source: https://github.com/swarochish/indian-law-plugin/tree/main/skills/legal-research-assistant
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/swarochish/indian-law-plugin --skill legal-research-assistant

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires legal-citation-validator, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the complex and time-consuming process of legal research in India by providing a structured methodology and guiding users to authoritative free resources.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-Source Research: Integrates India Code, Indian Kanoon, and other government/legal databases.
  • Hierarchical Approach: Guides users through Constitution, Statutes, Case Law, and Secondary Sources.
  • Validation: Emphasizes checking for amendments, repeals, and overruling judgments to ensure currency.
  • Use Case: A lawyer needs to understand the latest Supreme Court rulings on intellectual property rights for a patent infringement case. This skill will guide them to search relevant statutes, find landmark cases on Indian Kanoon, and check for any recent legislative changes or High Court interpretations.

Quick Start

Use the legal-research-assistant skill to find the limitation period for filing a suit for specific performance of a sale agreement under the Limitation Act 1963.

Frequently Asked Questions about legal-research-assistant

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I research Indian case law and statutory provisions online?

Research Indian case law and statutory provisions by querying databases like India Code and Indian Kanoon. This skill systematically guides you through the Constitution, statutes, and precedents, organizing findings with proper citations.

What is the best way to check if an Indian statute has been amended or repealed?

Checking if an Indian statute has been amended or repealed involves retrieving its amendment history using Python scripts. This skill validates the current applicability of laws by tracking legislative changes and checking for overruling judgments.

How do I find landmark Supreme Court rulings on Indian Kanoon?

Find landmark Supreme Court rulings on Indian Kanoon by following a hierarchical research approach. This skill directs you to search relevant statutes first, then locate corresponding case law and secondary sources to build context.

Can I use this skill for legal research if I am a law student?

Yes, you can use this skill for legal research as a law student. It is designed to support both legal professionals and students by providing a structured methodology to navigate free online legal databases and validate findings.

Does legal research require a legal citation validator?

Comprehensive legal research requires a legal citation validator to ensure accuracy. This skill depends on the legal-citation-validator component to properly organize research findings and confirm the correctness of referenced statutes and precedents.

How do I find the limitation period for filing a suit under the Limitation Act 1963?

Find the limitation period for filing a suit under the Limitation Act 1963 by systematically querying statutory provisions. The skill guides you through searching the relevant statutes and validating current applicability for accurate legal research.