KLE Society’s KLE College Of Law, Navi Mumbai
BEST PRACTICES
Best Practice 1
- Title of the Practice
Annual National Law Festival – SPARKLE
- Objectives of the Practice
The primary objectives of SPARKLE are:
- To provide a platform for law students across India to showcase their advocacy and client counselling skills.
- To facilitate interaction and networking among budding legal professionals from diverse regions and institutions.
- To inspire students through interactions with eminent legal luminaries, including Judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts.
- To foster a competitive yet collaborative environment for the holistic development of participants.
- The Context
In an era where legal education is evolving rapidly, it is essential to provide students with opportunities to engage in practical aspects of the profession. Moot court and client counselling competitions are recognized as vital components of experiential learning. Organizing SPARKLE aligns with the vision of the college to nurture the next generation of skilled legal professionals. The challenge lies in ensuring high standards of competition, attracting participation from premier institutions, and securing the presence of esteemed judges to uphold the event’s prestige.
- The Practice
SPARKLE is conducted annually and comprises:
- National Moot Court Competition: Participants are provided with a carefully curated moot problem reflecting contemporary legal issues. They argue before panels comprising senior advocates, academicians, and judges.
- National Client Counselling Competition: This event assesses the ability of participants to counsel clients effectively, focusing on professionalism, ethics, and problem-solving skills.
Key highlights of SPARKLE:
- Invitations extended to Supreme Court Judges, High Court Judges, and other eminent personalities as chief guests and panel judges.
- Participation from leading law schools and universities across India.
- Extensive planning and collaboration among faculty, students, and administrative staff to ensure seamless execution.
- Evidence of Success
- Participation from over 50 institutions, including National Law Schools and other reputed law colleges.
- Positive feedback from participants and judges regarding the quality of the competition and hospitality.
- Media coverage and acknowledgment from legal professionals have enhanced the college’s reputation nationally.
- Many participants have achieved remarkable milestones in their legal careers, attributing their success to the experience gained at SPARKLE.
- Problems Encountered and Resources Required
- Ensuring the availability of judges and legal luminaries amidst their busy schedules.
- Securing sponsorships and funding to manage the expenses of the event.
- Managing logistical arrangements for participants traveling from various parts of the country.
Best Practice 2
Title of the Practice
Speak For India Debate Competition: A Times of India Initiative
- Objectives of the Practice
The primary objectives of Speak for India are:
- To encourage students to develop and showcase their debating skills on a state-level platform.
- To promote critical thinking and effective communication among participants.
- To collaborate with esteemed organizations like the Times of India in fostering intellectual and cultural engagement.
- The Context
Speak For India, a national-level debate competition, provides students with a unique opportunity to articulate their opinions on diverse issues. Conducting the regional preliminary rounds allows the institution to be a significant contributor to this prestigious event. The challenge lies in ensuring smooth coordination with external stakeholders and attracting wide student participation.
- The Practice
- The college conducts the regional preliminary rounds of Speak For India every year in collaboration with the Times of India.
- Students from various institutions participate, showcasing their debating skills in a competitive environment.
- The event is managed by a dedicated team of faculty and students who ensure seamless execution.
Key highlights of the practice:
- Collaboration with a reputed organization like the Times of India.
- Encouragement for students to engage in public speaking and debate on critical issues.
- Provision of a platform for students to advance to state and national levels of the competition.
- Evidence of Success
- High participation rates in the regional preliminary rounds.
- Positive feedback from participants and organizers on the quality of the event.
- Several students progressing to the higher levels of the competition, representing the college at state and national levels.
- Enhanced visibility and reputation of the college through association with a prominent initiative.
- Problems Encountered and Resources Required
- Coordination with external organizers to meet deadlines and logistical requirements.
- Encouraging participation from students who may be hesitant to engage in public speaking.
Resources required:
- Support from faculty and administrative staff for organizing the event.
- Financial resources for event logistics and hospitality.
- Communication channels for outreach and promotion of the event.