Delhi High Court Urges DU, Bar Council to Explore Online Classes for Law Students Amid Attendance Rules Debate

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The Delhi High Court has advised Delhi University and Bar Council of India to consider online classes for law students, emphasizing technology’s role in education while maintaining attendance discipline.

New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has encouraged Delhi University (DU) and the Bar Council of India (BCI) to explore the possibility of implementing online classes for law students, citing the potential benefits of technology and artificial intelligence in education.

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Justice Dinesh Kumar Sharma, while presiding over the matter, suggested that a mechanism with proper safeguards be developed to facilitate remote learning. The court acknowledged that while physical attendance is crucial in professional courses, advancements in technology now offer new ways to enhance education.

“The University of Delhi and the Bar Council of India may evolve a mechanism to enable the students to attend classes online with the appropriate safeguards and conditions,”

the judgment stated.

The High Court made these observations while dismissing petitions from law students who were barred from sitting for semester exams due to low attendance. The court refused to grant any relaxation in attendance requirements, reinforcing the importance of academic discipline.

“It is essential to maintain the integrity of the L.L.B. professional course and to ensure that students who abide by the rules are not prejudiced by a retroactive relaxation of discipline,”

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Justice Sharma noted.

The court also stressed the need for better communication and record-keeping regarding attendance. It suggested that:

• Students should be informed of their attendance records monthly via email, SMS, and WhatsApp.
• The Faculty of Law must maintain detailed attendance records to prevent discrepancies.
• A mechanism should be created to allow students to contest attendance records if needed.

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This ruling reflects a larger shift towards integrating digital tools in professional education. The court’s observations signal that law schools in India may soon adopt online learning models, making education more accessible while maintaining academic standards.

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