Former CJI D Y Chandrachud said India’s legal education system has major gaps despite producing top lawyers. He urged reforms, tech skills, and mental health support for the profession.
The Bombay High Court Today (Feb 10) refused to hear a PIL challenging the Bar Council of India’s (BCI) rule requiring law students to undergo criminal background checks before receiving their final marksheets. Advocate Ashok Yende argued that the rule violates privacy and is beyond BCI’s powers. However, the Court stated that having a criminal case does not prevent students from pursuing legal education. The matter is also pending before the Supreme Court.
In September 2024, the BCI issued a notification mandating strict new measures for all Centers of Legal Education (CLEs) across the country. NEW DELHI: On Friday. The Supreme Court of India has asked the Bar Council of India (BCI) to respond to petitions challenging two circulars issued by the bar body in September 2024. These […]
Today, On 8th January, A petition has been filed in the Delhi High Court seeking the removal of a court order from the Indian Kanoon website. The petitioner’s counsel argued that the order, accessible via Google, is harming his client’s reputation as a businessman. The plea emphasizes the impact on the petitioner’s credibility due to the public availability of the order. The court is expected to address concerns related to privacy and public access to legal records.
NALSA has launched a national competition for law students called ‘Connecting with the Cause’ to promote legal awareness. The initiative encourages students to engage with legal issues and raise awareness about the importance of justice. The competition aims to inspire young lawyers to be more involved in serving society. It is a great opportunity for law students to contribute to social causes and strengthen their legal knowledge.
The Karnataka High Court, led by Justice Suraj Govindaraj, ruled that law students who failed the Indian Penal Code (IPC) exam cannot be forced to sit for supplementary exams in Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which they were not taught. The court emphasized the need for students to take IPC exams instead.
The Bar Council of India has introduced new guidelines for legal education centers to promote integrity and transparency. Key measures include mandatory criminal background checks for students, prohibition of simultaneous full-time degree enrollment, disclosure of employment status, strict attendance requirements, and implementation of biometric attendance systems and CCTV surveillance to ensure compliance.
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.