Bhagwan Mahavir College of Legal Education

BBA LL.B 5 year course

Semester: VI
Teaching Scheme

Subject Examination
Subject Title (Hours/Week)
Code Marks Total
Credits
Marks
Theory Tutorial Internal External

Law of Crimes-II
1BL334T (The Bharatiya Nagarik 4 0 4 50 50 100
Suraksha Sanhita,
2023)

Duration of Exam: 2:30 hours

Course Objectives:

 To familiarize students with the BNSS 2023, this replaces colonial-era criminal laws and
addresses contemporary challenges in the Indian legal framework.

 To study the provisions of the BNSS 2023 that emphasizes forensic investigation, stricter
timelines, and improved procedural efficiency for the timely delivery of justice.
 To explore the enhanced powers granted to police and judicial authorities while understanding
the safeguards to ensure accountability and fairness.
 To understand the role of technology in transforming investigative and judicial procedures,
making them more transparent, efficient, and accessible.
 To encourage critical evaluation of the NSS 2023, assessing its practical implications for the
legal community, law enforcement, and society at large.

COURSE OUTCOMES:

Sr. Marks %
CO statement
No. weightage

1 To understanding the structure and key features of the BNSS. 25

2 To analyzing changes in investigation procedures. 25

 3 To understanding the updated powers of police regarding arrest, questioning, 25
and detention under the BNSS.
To recognizing the new timelines established for different stages of the
4 criminal process, including investigation, charge framing, and judgment 25
delivery.

DETAIL CONTENT:

Total
[Link]. Topic
Hrs.

1. Introduction

 History and object of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita

 Constitutional Perspectives: Art 14, 20& 21

 Importance of fair Trial

UNIT-1 12
 The organization of Police, Prison authorities and their duties, functions
& powers

 Definitions

 Constitution of Criminal Courts and offices and their powers.

 Total
[Link]. Topic
Hrs.

2. Pre-Trial Process- Arrest

 Arrest With or Without Warrant

 Procedure of Arrest

 Rights of Arrested Person

 Process to compel appearance

 Summons
UNIT-2 12
 Warrant of Arrest

 Proclamation and Attachment,

 Process to compel the production of things

 Summons to Produce

 Search Warrants

 Recording of Search and Seizure through audio-video electronic means

3. Security for keeping the peace and good behaviour

 Order for maintenance of wives, children and parents

 Preventive action of the police

 Information to the police and their power to investigate

UNIT-3 12
 Jurisdiction of criminal court in inquiries and trials

 Magistrate power to take cognizance

 Complaints to Magistrate

 Commencement of Proceedings before Magistrate

 4. Charge

 Trial before a court of session

 Trial of warrant cases by magistrate

UNIT-4  Trial of summons cases by magistrate 12

 Summary Trial

 Plea Bargaining

 Mode of taking and recording evidence

5. General provisions as to inquiries and trial

 Persons once convicted or acquitted not to be tried for same offence

 Tender of Pardon

 Compounding of Offence

 Judgment
UNIT-5 12
 Appeals, Reference and Revision

 Mercy petition in death sentence cases

 Provisions as to Bail and Bonds

 Disposal of cases

 Limitation for taking cognizance

SELECT BIBLIOGRAPHY:-

 EBC's Combo of Commentaries on New Criminal Laws by JK Verma

Edition: 1st Edition, 2024
 Criminal Manual (Containing Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, Nyaya Sanhita
and Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023) by EBC 3) The Bharatiya Nagarik
Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) 2023 Bare Act 2024 EDITION Law & Justice
(New Criminal Law) Paperback - 2 January 2024 by Law & Justice
(Author) 4) Professional's 2023 (BNSS) With Comparative Table
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, W.e.f 1-7-2024 Notification
Incorporated (Paperback, Professional Ed team)
 5) LAWMANN's New Criminal Laws Combo | Set Of 3 Books | (BNSS)
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita | (BNS) Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita |
(BSA) Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam | W.e.f. 1.7.2024 (Paperback,
Lawmanns)

Prescribed Books:

1. Ratanlal and Dhirajlal's, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, Lexis Nexis,

(the latest edition comprising the BNSS, 2023)
2. K.N. Chandrashekaran Pillai (Revd.), R V Kelkar's Criminal Procedure
(Recent Edition), Eastern Book Publication,

Reference Books

1. Bare Act-Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.

2. K.N. Chandrashekaran Pillai (Revd.), R V Kelkar's Lectures on Criminal
Procedure (Recent Edition), Eastern Book Publication.
3. Bare Acts-The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection) Act, 2015 &The
Probation of Offenders Act, 1958.
4. M.R, Tandon, Criminal Procedure Code, Central Law Agency (latest edition)
5. SC Sarkar, PC Sarkar and Sudipto Sarkar, Sarkar: The Code of Criminal
Procedure (Recent Edition), LexisNexis.
6. Ratanlal and Dhirajlal's, The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, Lexis Nexis,
(Recent Edition).
7. J.K. Verma, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (Criminal Procedure):
A Commentary, Eastern Book Publication.
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 Teaching Scheme

Subject Examination
Subject Title (Hours/Week)
Code Marks Total
Credits
Marks
Theory Tutorial Internal External

1BL335T Public International 4 0 4 50 50 100

Law

Duration of exam: 2:30 Hours

Course Objectives:

 The objective of the course is to create an understanding of basic legal concepts like state,
sovereignty, rights, possession, ownership, liability, which are basic to the study of law.

 To teach and discuss the important doctrines of international law.

 To help students understand both the legal and political aspects of international decisions and
events.
 To encourage students to think more analytically, write more clearly, and present themselves
effectively in class discussions and presentations.
 The objective is to make student to understand international law and foreign affairs.

 The objective is to make student understand about international treaties.

Course Outcomes:

Sr. Marks %
CO statement
No. weightage

1 To understand the sources and subjects of international law and foreign affairs. 20

2 To understand the basic nature of international law and its working under 20
decentralised system.
3 To examine the historical evolution of international law doctrines, standards, 20
and tests.
To understand the fundamental principle of international law this is followed
4 20
by states during their practice.
 5 To examine the scope and structure of international and transnational crimes. 20

DETAIL CONTENT:

Total
[Link]. Topic
Hrs.

[Link] and Concept of International Law

1.1 Definition
1.2 Public International Law & Private International Law
UNIT-1 15
1.3 Nature of International Law and its functions
1.4 International Law – a weak law
1.5 Development of International Law in India

2. Theoretical Foundations of International Law

2.1 Basic principles: sovereign equality of state – non–intervention, non use of
force, international co-operation, peaceful settlement of disputes
2.2 Individuals as subject of international law
UNIT-2 2.3 State jurisdiction on terrorism, hijacking, narcotics, war crimes and Crimes 15
against peace
2.4 Treatment of aliens
2.5 Mechanism : Amnesty International, International Labour Organization (ILO)
UNESCO, UNICEF

[Link]
3.1 Sources of International Law : Customs, Treaties, General Principles of Law
recognized by the Civilized Nations, Judicial Decisions, Writing of Jurists, Equity,
UNIT-3 Resolutions of General Assembly 15
3.2 Subjects of International Law
3.3 Jurisdiction of States
3.4 Legal Responsibility of State

[Link]
4.1 States, Recognition, State Territory, State Jurisdiction, State Responsibility
4.2 Aliens
4.3 Extradition
UNIT-4 4.4 Asylum 15
4.5 Treaties
4.6 Security Council
4.7 International Terrorism : Aircraft Hijacking, piracy
4.8 Disarmament : Threat to Human Rights
Reference Books:

 S. K. Verma, Public International Law Prentice- Hall, New Delhi.

 Peter J. Van Kricken (ed) . The Exclusion on Clause, Kluwer
 Human Rights Watch Women‘s Rights Project. The Human Rights Watch Global
Report on Women‘s Human Rights, Oxford
 Limacora, Nowak and Tretter, International Human Rights, Sweet & Maxwell
 Wallace, Internationla Human Rights, Text & Materials, Sweet & Maxwell
 Muntarbhom. The Statu of Refugees in Asia, Oxford
 Human Rights and Global Diversity, Frank Cass, London
 Nirmal C.J. (ed) Human Rights in India, Oxford
 Nirmal B.C. The Rights to Self determination in International Law, Deep & Deep
 P.R. Gandhin, International Human Right Documents, Universal, Delhi.
 Agrawal : Public International Law
 Dr. S. K. Kapoor : International Law : Central Law Agency

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 Teaching Scheme

Subject Examination
Subject Title (Hours/Week)
Code Marks Total
Credits
Marks
Theory Tutorial Internal External

1BL336T Family Law-II 4 0 4 50 50 100

Duration of Exam: 2:30 hours

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

 This course is designed to endow the students with knowledge of both the codified and
uncodified portions of Hindu law.

 The course concerns itself with the sources, schools, institutions, succession, maintenance,
menace of dowry, etc.

 The study of family laws under this course covers provisions relating to Hindu law from
the ancient period of Vedas, Shruti's, Smriti's etc. till the modern period of legislation.

 The object of this course is to deal with legal incidence of joint family system, evolution of
marriage and family, essentials of marriage.

 It aims to educate students on various matrimonial remedies available under various laws.

 The Course also imparts details about Uniform Civil Code and its applicability.

COURSE OUTCOMES:

Sr. Marks %
CO statement
No. weightage

1 To understand the distinguishing features of Family Law II. 20

To understand the basic features of an inheritance, its' procedure and

2 20
various personal laws governing the same.

3 To determine the basic principles of inheritance of Muslim Law. 20

To understand the various substantive provisions of property in diverse

4 20
personal laws through the legal perspective of personal laws.
 To tackle the laws governing inheritance, succession and maintenance
5 within Hindu and Muslim law as well as emerging trends and succession as 20
per Christian, Parsi and Jew Laws.

DETAIL CONTENT:

Total
[Link]. Topic
Hrs.

1. Joint Family

1.1 Mitakshara joint family

1.2 Mitakshara coparcenary
1.2.1 Formation and incidents
1.2.2 Property under Mitakshara law- separate property and
coparcener/property, Share of women in coparcenary property : Judicial
Approach
UNIT-1 12
1.3 Dayabhaga coparacenary
1.3.1 Formation and incidents
1.3.2 Property under Dayabhaga law.
1.4 Karta of the joint family - his position, powers privileges and obligations
1.5 Alienation of property - separate and coparcenary.
1.6 Partition and re-union.
1.7 Joint Hindu family as a social security institution and impact of Hindu
Gains of Learning Act and various tax laws on it.
 2. Inheritance
2.1 Hindus
2.1.1 Historical perspective of traditional Hindu Law as a background to the
study of the Hindu Succession Act., 1956
2.2.2 Succession to property of a Hindu male dying intestate under the
provisions of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956.
2.2.3 Devolution of interest in Mitakshara coparcenary with reference to the
provision.: of Hindu Succession Act, 1956
2.2.4 Succession to property of Hindu female dying intestate under the Hindu
Succession Act, 1956
UNIT-2 2.2.5 Disqualification relating to succession, General rules of succession. 12
2.2 Muslims
2.2.1 General rules of succession and exclusion from succession.
2.2.2 Classification of heirs under Hanafi and Ithana Ashria school and their
share and distribution of property.
2.3 Christians, Parsis and Jews
2.3.1 Heirs and theirs shares and distribution of property under Indian
Succession Act of 1925
2.3.2 Testamentary Succession under the Indian Succession Act : Rules for
distribution of property of Christians, Parsis and Jews
2.3.3 Distribution of property of Christians, Parsis and Jews dying intestate.
[Link]
3.1 Essentials of valid gift under different family laws.
UNIT-3 3.2 kinds of Gift : Competency of donor and donee, Subject matter of gift, 12
properties which can be and cannot be the subject matter of gift, void gifts
3.3 Essentials of valid Hiba (Gift) under Muslim Law, kinds of Hiba, Sadquah,
Marz-ulmaut, Revocation of gift.
[Link] Court Act and Miscellaneous Provisions
4.1 Family Courts : Concept, need, Law Commission Reports
4.2 Powers and jurisdiction of the Family Court
4.3 Issues to be decided by the Family Court, Qualifications of Family Court
UNIT-4 Judge 12
4.4 Provisions regarding appearance of advocates in family courts Exemption
from court fees etc.
4.5 Provisions of Appeal under the Family Courts Act
4.6 Salient Features of the Protection against the Domestic Violence Act, 2005.

[Link] and The Family

5.1 Legitimacy
UNIT-5 5.2 Adoption 12
5.3 Custody, maintenance and education
5.4 Guardianship and parental rights - principle of welfare of the child.
Reference books:

 Paras Diwan, Family Law

 Paras Diwan, Law of Instestate and Testamentary Succession (1PPS),
Universal
 Basu, N.D. Law of Succession, Universal
 Kusem, Marriage and Divorce Law Manual, Universal
 Machanda S.C. Law and Practice of Divorce in India, Universal
 P.V. Kane, History of Dharmasastras Vol.2 Pt1 at 624-632
 A. Kuppsuwami (e.d.) Mayne‘s Hindu Law and Usage Ch.4
 B. Sivaramayys, lnequalities and the Law
 K. C. Daiya, ―Population control through family planning n India,‖ Indian
Journal of Legal Studies.
 J.D.M. Derrett, Hindu Law past and present
 J.D.M. Derrett, Death of marriage Law
 A.A.A Fyzee outline of Muhammadan Law
 Alladi Kappuswami (ed) Mayne‘s Hindu Law and Used J.D.M. Derret a
Critique of Modern Hindu Law
 Paras Diwan Hindu Law
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 Teaching Scheme

Subject Examination
Subject Title (Hours/Week)
Code Marks Total
Credits
Marks
Theory Tutorial Internal External

1BL337T Labour and Industrial 4 0 4 50 50 100

Law-II

Duration of Exam: 2:30 hours

Course Objectives:

 To study various legal provisions regarding regional Industrial Relations.

 To study legal provisions of working conditions and social security of factory, shops and
establishment workers.

 To introduce students with the concept of social security for workers.

 To familiarise students with the major features of the legislative regimes dealing with
employment-based social security in India.

 To provide an overview of the laws governing occupational health, safety and decent
conditions at work.

 To introduce students to the legislative framework on against gender discrimination at the

workplace.

COURSE OUTCOMES :

Sr. Marks %
CO statement
No. weightage

To develop awareness about historical, socio-cultural, psychological,

economic and political dimensions of organised and unorganised sector
1 Labour, problems of different types Labour including women and child 20
labour, migrant labour, bonded labour and local, national and international
Labour organisations.

To enable students to understand various approaches to industrial relations

2 and legal and alternative mechanisms to resolve labour management 20
conflicts.

To develop understanding and skills to effectively handle legal aspects of

3 20
Labour Management relations.
 The students should get a complete understanding about HR function in
4 20
different types of organisations.

The students to handle legal aspects of Labour Management Relations in

5 general and Management of trade unions in particular, which enable 20
students to handle Industrial conflicts in an effective way.

DETAIL CONTENT :

Total
[Link]. Topic
Hrs.

1. Introduction
1.1 Concept, Evolution and Constituents of Social Security

UNIT-1 1.2 Object of Social Security Laws 12

1.3 Social Security and Constitution
1.4 ILO on Social Security.

2. Social Security: Industrial Injuries

2.1 The Employees‘ Compensation Act, 1923: Scope, Objects, Coverage and
Definitions
2.2 Liability of the Employer to Pay Compensation - Personal Injury, Accident
UNIT-2 arising out of and in the Course of Employment, Doctrine of Notional 12
Extension and Occupational Diseases
2.3 Determination and Distribution of Compensation
2.4 Principal Employer‘s Right of Indemnity
2.5 Commissioner‘s Powers and Functions.

3. Social Security: Social Insurance

3.1 The Employee‘s State Insurance Act, 1948: Objects, Applications and
‗Seasonal Factory‘ - Definitions

UNIT-3 3.2 E.S.I. Corporation 12

3.3 E.S.I. Funds, Payment of Contributions
3.4 E.S.I. Benefits - Adjudication of Disputes
3.5 E.S.I. Court - Penalties.
 4. Other Social Security Legislations
4.1 The Maternity Benefits Act, 1961: Object and Application
4.2 Eligibility and Maternity Benefits –
4.3 Notice of Claim Prohibition against Dismissal, Wage Deduction
4.4 Powers and Duties of Inspectors.
4.5 The Employee‘s Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952:
Scope, Coverage, Application and Definitions
4.6 Authorities, their Powers and Functions Contributions
UNIT-4 4.7 Employees Provident Fund Scheme, Employees‘ Pension Scheme and 12
Deposit Linked Insurance Scheme -Penalties.
4.8 The Payment of Bonus Act, 1965: Bonus Commission - Definitions and
Coverage - Kinds of Bonus
4.9 Eligibility and Extent of Bonus - Calculation of Bonus - Available Surplus,
Allocable Surplus, Set On Set Off - Forfeiture of Bonus - Prior Charges –
Machinery.
4.10 Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972: Background, Object and Definitions
4.11 Eligibility for Payment of Gratuity
4.12 Forfeiture, Exemption, Determination - Controlling Authority -Penalties.

5. Labour Welfare Legislations

5.1 Factories Act, 1948: Background and Definitions
5.2 Formalities to start a Factory
5.3 Health, Safety and Welfare Measures

UNIT-5 5.4 Working Hours 12

5.5 Special Provisions
5.6 The Tamil Nadu Shops and Establishment Act, 1947: Applicability and
Person covered by this Act, Opening and Closing Hours
5.7 Employment of Young Persons - Working Hours, Public Holiday, Safety,
and Cleanliness - Leave and Annual Leave with Wages.
Statutory materials with amendments:
1. The Employees‘ Compensation Act, 1923
2. The Employees‘ State Insurance Act, 1948
3. The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961.
4. The Payment of Bonus Act, 1965.
5. Payment of Gratuity, 1972.
6. Factories Act, 1948.
7. The T.N. Shops and Establishment Act, 1947.

Books for Reference:

 [Link] - Labour and Industrial Law

 [Link] - Labour Law

 Madhavan Pillai - Labour and Industrial Law

 [Link] - Social Security and Labour Laws

 K. D. Srivastava - The Employees‘ Compensation Act, 1923

 K.D. Srivastava - The Employees‘ State Insurance Act, 1948

 K. D. Srivastava - The Employees‘ Provident Funds and Miscellaneous

Provisions Act, 1961.

 K. D. Srivastava - The Payment of Bonus Act, 1965

 K. D. Srivastava - Payment of Gratuity, 1972

 K. D. Srivastava - Factories Act, 1948

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 Teaching Scheme

Subject Examination
Subject Title (Hours/Week)
Code Marks Total
Credits
Marks
Theory Tutorial Internal External

1BL338T Qualitative Analysis 4 0 4 50 50 100

Duration of exam: 2:30 Hours

Course Objectives:

 Introduce students to the meaning, nature, and significance of qualitative analysis in legal
and socio-legal research.
 Enable students to understand the distinction between qualitative and quantitative research
methods, with special reference to legal studies.

 Familiarize learners with various qualitative research methods such as case studies,
interviews, focus group discussions, and observation techniques.
 Develop skills for ethical data collection, sampling, and handling of qualitative legal data.

 Equip students with analytical abilities to interpret qualitative data and apply it in areas
such as human rights, gender studies, criminal justice, and policy research.

Course Outcomes:

Sr. Marks %
CO statement
No. weightage

1 Understand the concept, nature, and scope of qualitative analysis and its 20
relevance in legal research.
2 Identify and apply appropriate qualitative research methods in socio-legal 20
and doctrinal studies.
3 Collect qualitative data using primary and secondary sources while 20
adhering to ethical standards.
Analyze qualitative data using techniques such as coding, thematic analysis,
4 20
content analysis, and discourse analysis.

Apply qualitative analysis to legal research areas including human rights,

5 gender and transgender studies, criminal justice, and policy reform, and 20
prepare structured research reports.
 Detail Content:

Total
[Link]. Topic
Hrs.

1. Introduction to Qualitative Analysis

Meaning and nature of qualitative analysis
Unit 1 Difference between qualitative and quantitative analysis 12
Importance of qualitative analysis in legal studies
Scope and relevance for law students and legal research
Qualitative vs doctrinal legal research
2. Qualitative Research Methods
Case study method
Interview method (structured, semi-structured, unstructured)
Unit 2 Focus group discussion (FGD) 12
Observation method
Narrative and life-history method
Use of qualitative methods in socio-legal research
3. Data Collection Techniques
Primary data sources (interviews, observations, field notes)
Unit 3 Secondary data sources (case laws, statutes, reports, journals) 12
Sampling in qualitative research
Ethical issues in qualitative data collection
Informed consent and confidentiality
4. Qualitative Data Analysis Techniques
Data transcription and organization
Coding (open, axial and selective coding)
Unit 4 Thematic analysis 12
Content analysis
Discourse analysis
Interpretation of qualitative data in legal context
5. Application of Qualitative Analysis in Law
Use of qualitative analysis in:
Human rights research
Gender and transgender studies
Unit 5 Labour and industrial relations 12
Criminal justice system
Policy analysis and law reform studies
Writing qualitative research reports and dissertations
Case study presentation and analysis
Reference Books

Creswell, John W. – Qualitative Inquiry and Research Design: Choosing Among Five
Approaches, Sage Publications.

Denzin, Norman K. & Lincoln, Yvonna S. – The Sage Handbook of Qualitative Research,
Sage Publications.

McLeod, Ian – Legal Research: An Introduction, Palgrave Macmillan.

Baxi, Upendra – Socio-Legal Research in India, Oxford University Press.

Additional / Suggested Readings

Yin, Robert K. – Case Study Research: Design and Methods, Sage Publications.

Kothari, C.R. – Research Methodology: Methods and Techniques, New Age International
Publishers.

Epstein, Lee & King, Gary – The Rules of Inference, University of Chicago Press.

Articles from reputed journals such as Economic and Political Weekly, Journal of Indian
Law and Society, and Indian Journal of Gender Studies.

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 Teaching Scheme

Examination
Subject Code Subject Title (Hours/Week)
Marks Total
Credits
Marks
Theory Tutorial Internal External

Legal Soft Skills

and Courtroom
Communication
IBL339I 2 0 2 50 - 50
AEC(Ability
Enhancement
Course)

Duration of Exam: 45Mins.

Course Objectives:

1. To introduce students to the concept and importance of legal soft skills in the legal
profession.

2. To develop effective oral, written, and digital legal communication skills.

3. To train students in courtroom etiquette, advocacy techniques, and persuasive

argumentation.

4. To build negotiation, mediation, and client counselling abilities.

5. To enable practical application of advocacy through moot courts, mock trials, and
role plays.

Course Outcomes:

Sr. Marks %
CO statement
No. weightage

1 Demonstrate interpersonal and professional skills relevant to legal practice. 10

2 Draft legal documents and communicate effectively in legal contexts. 10

3 Exhibit courtroom communication, etiquette, and advocacy skills. 10

Apply negotiation, mediation, and client counselling strategies in real-life

4 10
scenarios.
 Participate in moot courts, mock trials, and legal debates with professional
5 10
competence.

Detail Content

Total
[Link]. Topic
Hrs.

[Link] Soft Skills and Professional Conduct

 Concept, scope, and importance of legal soft skills

 Interpersonal skills: empathy, active listening, rapport building

UNIT-1 10
 Emotional intelligence, stress management, and professional
conduct

 Professional email writing and digital etiquette in legal practice

[Link] Communication and Courtroom Etiquette

 Verbal, non-verbal, and professional legal communication

 Courtroom manners, dress code, and professional behavior

UNIT-2 10
 Advocacy skills: body language, voice modulation, persuasion

 Basics of examination-in-chief, cross-examination, and re-

examination

[Link], Negotiation, and Practical Skills

 Oral advocacy and moot court preparation

 Public speaking and presentation skills

UNIT-3 10
 Negotiation and mediation techniques

 Role plays, mock trials, case simulations, and practical

exercises
Reference books
 Mogha, Art of Advocacy.

 M.P. Tandon, Practical Guide to Moot Court and Mooting.

 Peter Brown, The Art of Legal Writing.

 V.R. Krishnamurthy, Communication Skills for Lawyers.

 BCI Moot Court & Professional Ethics Guidelines.

 Teaching Scheme

Subject Examination
Subject Title (Hours/Week)
Code Marks Total
Credits
Marks
Theory Tutorial Internal External

Human Rights
1BL340I Law and Practice 2 0 2 50 0 50
(Elective Course-3)
Duration of exam: 45 Mins.

Course Objectives:

 To introduce the basic concepts and evolution of human rights.

 To provide an overview of international and national human rights frameworks.

 To analyze practical approaches to human rights advocacy and enforcement.

 To develop skills for addressing human rights issues through case studies and fieldwork.

Course Outcomes:

Sr. Marks %
CO statement
No. weightage

1 To understand the foundations and significance of human rights. 15

2 To identify human rights violations and mechanisms for redressal. 15

3 To apply human rights principles to contemporary social issues. 10

4 Develop advocacy strategies for promoting human rights. 10

 Detail Content:

Total
[Link]. Topic
Hrs.

[Link] to Human Rights

1.1 Definition, Nature, and Scope of Human Rights.
1.2 Historical Development and Philosophical Perspectives.
UNIT-1 10
1.3 Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948).
1.4 Generations of Human Rights: Civil-Political, Socio-Economic, and
Collective Rights.

[Link] Rights Frameworks and Mechanisms

2.1 International Human Rights Framework:
2.2 ICCPR, ICESCR, and CEDAW.
2.3 Role of the United Nations and International NGOs.
UNIT-2 10
2.4 National Human Rights Framework (India):
2.5 Constitutional Provisions—Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles.
2.6 Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993.
2.7 Role of National and State Human Rights Commissions.

[Link] Rights and Vulnerable Groups

3.1 Rights of Women, Children, LGBTQ+, and Persons with Disabilities.
UNIT-3 3.2 Rights of Refugees and Migrants. 10

3.3 Case Studies: Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan (1997), NALSA v. Union of

India (2014)
Reference Books:

 H.O. Aggarwal, Human Rights (Central Law Publications).

 Upendra Baxi, The Future of Human Rights (Oxford University

Press).

 S.K. Kapoor, Human Rights under International Law and Indian

Law.

Articles and Reports:

 UN Human Rights Reports.

 Reports by Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch.

 Statutes and Case Laws:

 Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948).

 Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993 (India).

 Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan (1997).

 NALSA v. Union of India (2014).

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