Overview

Sharda School of Law, Sharda University, is organising a distinguished lecture on “Legal Education for a Changing India: The Role of Law Schools in Nation Building.” The session will be delivered by Hon’ble Mr. Justice Attau Rahman Masoodi, Senior Judge, Lucknow Bench, High Court of Judicature at Allahabad. He will reflect on the evolving landscape of legal education in India and its integral role in shaping the nation’s democratic, institutional, and constitutional fabric.

Objectives of Event

  • Examine the challenges and opportunities in legal education in contemporary India. (SDG 4: Quality Education)
  • Highlight the role of law schools in fostering constitutional values and democratic ideals. (SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)
  • Discuss innovative academic approaches to prepare future-ready legal professionals. (SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth)
  • Encourage student engagement in nation-building through legal awareness and public service. (SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals)

Expected Outcomes:

  • A broader understanding of the judiciary’s expectations of future legal professionals.
  • Valuable insights for students and faculty on aligning legal education with national aspirations.
  • Encouragement for legal academia to contribute proactively to institutional reform and governance.
  • Strengthening the academic culture of dialogue and policy-oriented learning.

Convener Details

  • Prof. (Dr.) Rhishikesh Dave, Dean, Sharda School of Law, Sharda University

Co-ordinators:

Chief Guest Details:

  • Hon’ble Mr. Justice Attau Rahman Masoodi, Senior Judge, Lucknow Bench, High Court of Judicature at Allahabad

Speaker Details:

  • Hon’ble Mr. Justice Attau Rahman Masoodi Senior Judge, Lucknow Bench High Court of Judicature at Allahabad