The Chief Justice of India, Dhananjaya Y. Chandrachud, today refused to entertain a petition seeking judicial directives to combat superstition, emphasizing that education, societal reform, and legislative action are essential. The Court stressed that courts cannot address all societal problems and that the responsibility of addressing such issues lies with civil society and democratic institutions.
Today, 2nd May, The Delhi High Court rejected a PIL challenging the introduction of a four-year LL.B program, emphasizing that educational policy matters do not warrant judicial interference. The court highlighted the need for a broader legal education, incorporating non-legal subjects and understanding the interconnected nature of various fields. The petitioner withdrew the petition following the court’s indication of dismissal.
Today, 2nd May, The Delhi High Court dismissed a plea for a Legal Education Commission, citing jurisdictional issues. It emphasized that academic course design is beyond its scope. The petitioner expressed willingness to withdraw the plea, suggesting the Bar Council of India evaluate the five-year law program’s compatibility with the New Education Policy and consider a more efficient four-year course.
Today, 30th April, A PIL filed in Delhi High Court urges the establishment of a Legal Education Commission, similar to the Medical Education Commission, to assess and possibly implement a four-year Bachelor of Law program. The plea criticizes the current five-year program as excessively long and unnecessary, advocating for a more efficient and equitable legal education system suited to contemporary youth.