Overview
This course introduces students to the interdisciplinary relationship between psychology and law, focusing on how psychological principles influence legal processes, decision-making, and professional practice. It equips future legal professionals with essential psychological insights and counselling skills required for client interaction, evaluation of evidence, understanding criminal and victim behavior, and judicial decision-making. Through theoretical foundations, practical applications, and case-based learning, the course enhances analytical, ethical, and empathetic competencies essential for effective legal practice.
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Objectives of Event
- Apprise the intersection of psychology and law, focusing on its practical applicationsin legalsettings.
- Equip students with essential psychological skills for effective legal work and decision-making.
- Explore the role of psychological processes in creating accurate testimonies and legal narratives.
- Inculcate psychological profiling techniques for criminal behavior and their use in the legal system.
- Acquaint with the impact of trauma and rehabilitation on victims within the legal system, including psychological biases.
Convener Details
- Prof (Dr.) Rhishikesh Dave, Dean, Sharda School of Law, Sharda University
Co-ordinators:
- Mr. Pallav Ranjan, Assistant Professor, Sharda School of Law, Sharda University
Speaker Details:
- Dr. Ritu Gautam, Assistant Professor, Sharda School of Law
