2 days International conference on "Prospects and Challenges for Innovative Ideas in Intellectual property Rights" from 1st September to 2nd September 2023.
Sharda School of Law, Sharda University organized 2 days conference on "Prospects and Challenges for Innovative Ideas in Intellectual property Rights" from 1st September to 2nd September 2023.
The Conference was presided over by the Chief Guest Hon'ble Mr.R.Venkataramani (Attorney General of India), Guest of Honour Hon'ble Ms. Justice Prathiba M Singh ( Judge, Delhi High Court), Guest of Honour Mr. V Singh, Senior Advocate, Supreme Court Of India, Guest of Honour Ms. Vibha Datta Makhija, Senior Advocate, Supreme Court of India, Shri Y.K Gupta Hon'ble Pro chancellor, sharda University, Prof(Dr.) Sibaram khara, Hon'ble Vice-chancellor, Sharda University, and Prof (Dr.) Komal Vig, Dean SSOL, Sharda University who shared their valuable knowledge and insights with us.
The conference was Sucessfully well organised and managed by Convenor Dr. Sushma Singh (Associate Professor, SSOL, Sharda University), Co-convenor Dr. Ruchi Lal(Associate Professor, SSOL, Sharda University) & Ms. Smriti Singh Chauhan (Assistant Professor, SSOL, Sharda University)
The Conference was conducted in hybrid mode, more than 100 research papers were presented by academicians, advocates and research scholars in this conference
Workshop on “Use of Lexis Advance India Database for exceptional Legal Research” on 25th July, 2023
Sharda School of Law, Sharda University organized a workshop on “Use of Lexis Advance India Database for exceptional Legal Research” on 25th July, 2023 with aim of imparting knowledge to the students for conducting effective legal research by using Lexis database. The resource person for the session was Mr. Abhijeet Gupta, Sales Manager-Online LexisNexis Legal and Professional Division.
One Week Faculty Development Programme on “Hands-on Training on Multidisciplinary Research and Academic Writing in Contemporary Era” 3rd July 2023 – 8th July 2023
In an enriching educational confluence, the "One Week Faculty Development Programme on Hands-on Training on Multidisciplinary Research and Academic Writing in Contemporary Era" successfully concluded on July 8, 2023. This innovative programme, designed for educators and researchers, brought together luminaries from the legal and academic fraternity, emphasizing the significance of interdisciplinary studies and advanced academic writing techniques. The event was graced by the presence of Prof. Manoj Kumar Sinha, Director of the Indian Law Institute (Deemed University) New Delhi, who opened the session with insights into contemporary legal research methodologies. Dr. Vageshwari Deswal, Professor at Delhi University's Faculty of Law, captivated attendees with her expertise in academic writing, emphasizing clarity and precision.
Prof. Kahkashan Y. Danyal from Jamia Millia Islamia, Dr. Tarun Arora, Dean at Punjabi University's School of Legal Studies, Dr. Rattan Singh from Panjab University, Dr. Amar K. Mishra of Graphic Era (Deemed University), and Prof. Anita Singh of Sharda University, each contributed their unique perspectives. Their sessions covered a range of topics, from integrating technology in research to ethical considerations in academic writing.
Participants benefitted from hands-on sessions, interactive workshops, and panel discussions, facilitating a rich exchange of ideas and practices. The program also emphasized the importance of adapting to the evolving dynamics of multidisciplinary research in the contemporary era. As the event concluded, attendees expressed immense satisfaction and a renewed sense of purpose in their academic endeavors. The programme not only enhanced their skills but also fostered a community of scholars dedicated to excellence in research and writing.
02 Days International Conference on Law and Contemporary Trends, in collaboration with Adelaide Law School, Adelaide University, 31 March-01 April, 2023
Sharda School of Law, Sharda University in collaboration with Adelaide Law School, Adelaide University organized it's 02 Days International Conference on Law and Contemporary Trends.
The event was presided by the Dr Pavan Duggal (Renowned Cyber Law Expert, Advocate Supreme Court of India), Dr Richard Albert (William Stamps Farish Professor in Law, Director of Constitutional Studies, University of Texas, Austin ), Dr Paul Babie (Bonython Chair in Law and Professor of Law, Adelaide Law School, University of Adelaide ,Australia) Dr Leone Neudorf (Professor and Deputy Dean of Law ,La Torbe Law School, La Torbe University,Melbourne ,Australia ) and Prof.Sibaram Khara (Vice Chancellor, Sharda University) who have shared their valuable knowledge and insights with us.
The inaugural session was followed by technical sessions where more than 100 research papers were presented by Research Scholars , Academicians and Industry Experts.
02 Days National Conference On “Critical Issues & Challenges of Elderly in India-The Path Ahead" in Collaboration with National Institute of Social Defence (NISD) Govt. of India on 21th – 22th March 2023.
Sharda School of law, Sharda University, in Collaboration with National Institute of Social Defence (NISD) Govt. of India organized two Days National Conference On “Critical Issues & Challenges of Elderly in India-The Path Ahead" on 21th – 22th March 2023. Objectives of the Conference: To explore a contextual overview of the problems and challenges related to senior citizens. To create awareness on Social, Physiological, Economic, Legal, Mobility, Security concerns and health issues related to elderly. To give a contextual overview of the problems and challenges related to geriatric care in India. To provide a larger national background of challenges /issues faced by Ageing due to westernization, demographic, class and other associated changes in family structure. To review key interventional paradigms, techniques and practices, and to initiate a multi-stakeholder discussion on resolving the challenges related to ageing.
Distinguished Guests: Dr. R. Giriraj,Director, NISD,Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment , Govt . of India, Dr. H C Sridhara Reddy,Deputy Director, NISD , Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment , Govt . of India, Prof . Sushma Batra,Ex. Head Faculty , Department of Social Work ,University of Delhi, Mrs. Gargi Lakhanpal, Director Vridhcare NGO Delhi Prof.(Dr.) Maheshwar Singh ,Professor of Political Science, National Law University, Delhi . Dr. Pradeep Dhingra,CA , LLB. , MBA & PH.D. , Industry Expert.Chief Patron: Shri P. K. Gupta Hon’ble Chancellor, Sharda University, Shri Y. K. Gupta Hon’ble Pro- Chancellor, Sharda University. Patron: Dr. Sibaram-Khara Vice - Chancellor, Sharda University, Dr. Komal Vig Dean, Sharda School of Law, Sharda University. Convenors:--- Dr. Urmila Yadav, Associate Professor, School of Law, Sharda University, Dr. Bishwajeet Prakash, Assistant Professor, School of Law, Sharda University.
02 days “National Conference on Personal Data Protection and the Legal Framework in India (Online Mode)” 4th-5th November 2022
Sharda School of Law, Sharda University, Centre for Excellence in Emerging Legal Issues (CLI) organised two days “National Conference on Personal Data Protection and the Legal Framework in India (Online Mode)” on 4th and 5th November, 2022. The main objectives of this conference were-1)To highlight the gaps in the provisions under the Information Technology Act, 2000 and its Allied Rules on data protection.2) To compare the framework for the protection of data protection in India, other countries, and European Union.3) To suggest possible suggestions, modifications, amendments, alternatives for data-protection regime in India.4) To delineate the scope of personal liberty as expounded by the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India.5) To synthesize the human liberty in the provisions of proposed Data Protection Bill in the context of the degree of social developments in India and World. Distinguished Speakers for inaugural session were Mr. Rodney D. Ryder, Advisor, Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, Government of India, Lawyer, and Partner with Scriboard, Mr. G.R. Raghavender, Joint Secretary, Dept. of Justice, Ministry of Law & Justice, Government of India, Hon’ble Mr. Justice R. N. Pandey, Allahabad High Court (Retd.)Prof L. Pushp Kumar, Professor, University of Delhi.Convenor was Dr. Bhumika Sharma, Assistant Professor, Sharda School of Law, Sharda University.Student Organizers were Ms. Priti Chaudhari (Research Scholar, Sharda School of Law),Ashutosh Banshwar , Prateek Kumar Dinkar, Muskan SharmaPiyush Agarwal , Syed Afreen , Ahmad Aman Kazmi , Md. Shadique Khan,Riya Shukla , Arrat Banday and Payal
02 Days International Conference on Law and Contemporary Trends, in collaboration with Adelaide Law School, Adelaide University, 31 March-01 April, 2023
Sharda School of Law, Sharda University in collaboration with Adelaide Law School, Adelaide University organized it's 02 Days International Conference on Law and Contemporary Trends.
The event was presided by the Dr Pavan Duggal (Renowned Cyber Law Expert, Advocate Supreme Court of India), Dr Richard Albert (William Stamps Farish Professor in Law, Director of Constitutional Studies, University of Texas, Austin ), Dr Paul Babie (Bonython Chair in Law and Professor of Law, Adelaide Law School, University of Adelaide ,Australia) Dr Leone Neudorf (Professor and Deputy Dean of Law ,La Torbe Law School, La Torbe University,Melbourne ,Australia ) and Prof.Sibaram Khara (Vice Chancellor, Sharda University) who have shared their valuable knowledge and insights with us.
The inaugural session was followed by technical sessions where more than 100 research papers were presented by Research Scholars , Academicians and Industry Experts.
02 Days National Conference On “Critical Issues & Challenges of Elderly in India-The Path Ahead" in Collaboration with National Institute of Social Defence (NISD) Govt. of India on 21th – 22th March 2023.
Sharda School of law, Sharda University, in Collaboration with National Institute of Social Defence (NISD) Govt. of India organized two Days National Conference On “Critical Issues & Challenges of Elderly in India-The Path Ahead" on 21th – 22th March 2023. Objectives of the Conference: To explore a contextual overview of the problems and challenges related to senior citizens. To create awareness on Social, Physiological, Economic, Legal, Mobility, Security concerns and health issues related to elderly. To give a contextual overview of the problems and challenges related to geriatric care in India. To provide a larger national background of challenges /issues faced by Ageing due to westernization, demographic, class and other associated changes in family structure. To review key interventional paradigms, techniques and practices, and to initiate a multi-stakeholder discussion on resolving the challenges related to ageing.
Distinguished Guests: Dr. R. Giriraj,Director, NISD,Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment , Govt . of India, Dr. H C Sridhara Reddy,Deputy Director, NISD , Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment , Govt . of India, Prof . Sushma Batra,Ex. Head Faculty , Department of Social Work ,University of Delhi, Mrs. Gargi Lakhanpal, Director Vridhcare NGO Delhi Prof.(Dr.) Maheshwar Singh ,Professor of Political Science, National Law University, Delhi . Dr. Pradeep Dhingra,CA , LLB. , MBA & PH.D. , Industry Expert.Chief Patron: Shri P. K. Gupta Hon’ble Chancellor, Sharda University, Shri Y. K. Gupta Hon’ble Pro- Chancellor, Sharda University. Patron: Dr. Sibaram-Khara Vice - Chancellor, Sharda University, Dr. Komal Vig Dean, Sharda School of Law, Sharda University. Convenors:--- Dr. Urmila Yadav, Associate Professor, School of Law, Sharda University, Dr. Bishwajeet Prakash, Assistant Professor, School of Law, Sharda University.
- 02 days “National Conference on Personal Data Protection and the Legal Framework in India (Online Mode)” 4th-5th November 2022
Sharda School of Law, Sharda University, Centre for Excellence in Emerging Legal Issues (CLI) organised two days “National Conference on Personal Data Protection and the Legal Framework in India (Online Mode)” on 4th and 5th November, 2022. The main objectives of this conference were-1)To highlight the gaps in the provisions under the Information Technology Act, 2000 and its Allied Rules on data protection.2) To compare the framework for the protection of data protection in India, other countries, and European Union.3) To suggest possible suggestions, modifications, amendments, alternatives for data-protection regime in India.4) To delineate the scope of personal liberty as expounded by the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India.5) To synthesize the human liberty in the provisions of proposed Data Protection Bill in the context of the degree of social developments in India and World. Distinguished Speakers for inaugural session were Mr. Rodney D. Ryder, Advisor, Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, Government of India, Lawyer, and Partner with Scriboard, Mr. G.R. Raghavender, Joint Secretary, Dept. of Justice, Ministry of Law & Justice, Government of India, Hon’ble Mr. Justice R. N. Pandey, Allahabad High Court (Retd.)Prof L. Pushp Kumar, Professor, University of Delhi.Convenor was Dr. Bhumika Sharma, Assistant Professor, Sharda School of Law, Sharda University.Student Organizers were Ms. Priti Chaudhari (Research Scholar, Sharda School of Law),Ashutosh Banshwar , Prateek Kumar Dinkar, Muskan SharmaPiyush Agarwal , Syed Afreen , Ahmad Aman Kazmi , Md. Shadique Khan,Riya Shukla , Arrat Banday and Payal
National Conference on Personal Data Protection and the Legal Framework in India (Online Mode)
Sharda School of Law, Sharda University, Centre for Excellence in Emerging Legal Issues (CLI) organised two days “National Conference on Personal Data Protection and the Legal Framework in India (Online Mode)” on 4th and 5th November 2022. The main objectives of this conference were-1)To highlight the gaps in the provisions under the Information Technology Act, 2000 and its Allied Rules on data protection.2) To compare the framework for the protection of data protection in India, other countries, and European Union.3) To suggest possible suggestions, modifications, amendments, alternatives for data-protection regime in India.4) To delineate the scope of personal liberty as expounded by the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India.5) To synthesize the human liberty in the provisions of proposed Data Protection Bill in the context of the degree of social developments in India and the World.
National Seminar on “Women Empowerment: Socio-Legal Challenges in the 21st Century
School of Law, Sharda University organized a National Seminar on “Women Empowerment: Socio-Legal Challenges in the 21st Century on Friday, January 31, 2020.In this National Seminar, papers from leading law Schools of India were presented by academicians, researchers, and students from all over India. Key note speakers for the event were Hon’ble Shri. Justice Dipak Misra (Former Chief Justice of India),Hon’ble Mr. Justice Satish Chandra, (Former Judge, High Court of Allahabad) and Dr. Chandra Rajan (Advocate, Supreme Court of India)..
Workshop on Human Rights
School of Law, Sharda University organized a Workshop on Human Rights on Tuesday, February 4, 2020. The workshop on human rights is organized in collaboration with Youth for Human Rights India. Youth for Human Rights International teaches human rights education both in the classroom and in non-traditional educational settings. The workshop was aimed at spreading information about human rights and helping students understand the importance of human rights in today’s scenario.
Workshop on CV Writing
School Law, Sharda University organized a CV Writing session on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 for final year students to prepare them for placement and making them industry ready to prepare them for interviews and group interviews.
Symposium on Child Rights Activism
Child Rights Activism and intervention to rescue children from slavery and jails changed India’s national law to forbid detention of delinquent children in jails. With a view to create awareness about child rights School of Law, Sharda University is organizing a “Symposium on Child rights” on Friday, 18th January, 2019. The School of Law was fortunate to have Ms. Sheela Barse, one of the pioneers of Public Interest Litigation in India bringing women prisoner’s issues in public domain as speaker for the event. She is Winner of Awards for Focus on Child Rights issues and also Journalism for Human Rights Early protagonist of Girl Child and later was associated as Member of Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi’s Advisory Committee.
National Conference on Alternate Dispute Resolution
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) refers to a set of practices and techniques aimed at permitting the resolution of legal disputes outside the courts. It is encompasses mediation, arbitration, and a variety of "hybrid" processes by which a neutral facilitates the resolution of legal disputes without formal adjudication. School of Law organized a National Conference on "Alternative Dispute Resolution: Emerging Issues" on Friday, 22nd February, 2019.
Workshop on Intellectual Property Rights
School of Law, Sharda University organized a workshop on “Intellectual Property Rights": on Monday, 04th March 2019. The Speaker was Mr. Tarun Khurana (Partner and Patent Attorney), IIPRD, Khurana & Khurana, Advocates, and IP Attorneys, who has over 14 years of experience in a broad range of Intellectual Property subject matters. Tarun has executed numerous assignments related to exercises of Patent Portfolio Creation, Protection, Valuation and Commercialization for corporates ranging from Small Start-ups to Fortune 5 companies.
Symposium on Gender Equality And Women Empowerment
With a view to create awareness about the rights of women, and in view of its duty as an agent of social law, School of Law, Sharda University organized a “Symposium on Gender Equality and Women Empowerment” on Friday, 8th March, 2019. The School of Law was fortunate to have Prof. Moolchand Sharma and Dr. Pawan Sharma, both distinguished visionaries and activists for women rights in the country as the guest speakers for the event. They were joined by Mrs. Justice Neelu Mainwal (Senior Civil Judge and Secretary District Legal Services Authority, Gautam Buddha Nagar), Dr. Manish Jindal (Dean, SMSR) and Dr. Rainu Gupta (Dean, School of Education) who spoke of their experiences as veritable champions of women equality in their own fields.
Mock Parliament
The School of Law, Sharda University organized a Mock Parliament on the Ram Janma Bhoomi issue on 12th March, 2019. The unique format of the event allowed students to articulate their opinions about the issue, similar to the proceeding in a Parliament.
4th Anand Swaroop Gupta Memorial National Moot Court Competition, 2019
The fourth edition of the Anand Swaroop Memorial National Moot Court Competition, the flagship annual event for the School of Law, Sharda University was organized by School of Law, Sharda University from 4th to 6th April, 2019. The renounced Judges of Supreme Court & High court shared their experience as a Lawyer and Judge. Hon’ble Mr. Justice Dipak Misra, Former Chief Justice of India & Hon’ble Mr. Justice Swatanbter Kumar, Formerly Judge, Supreme Court of India and Chairman, National Green Tribunal was the Chief Guest of Inaugural and Valedictory sessions They addressed about relevancy of Moot Court in academics as a practical exposure and its importance in future to budding lawyers. They also gave a light about the moot problem based on breakdown of constitutional machinery in the state. The three day event had pan-India teams advocating both sides of a fictitious issue, in a simulated courtroom environment. The activity was designed to prepare them for life in a courtroom and careers in litigation.In a formidable display of top-notch research and argumentive skill, the student team from DSNLU were unanimously adjudged the Best Team (Overall) and the students from Campus Law Centre Delhi won the runners up position. They take home a cash prize of Rs. 50000 and RS. 25000. The prizes for best speakers were won by Jeyaram Thitumalai from CLC Delhi and Anjani Harika from DSNLU Vishakhapatnam. The award for best memorial was snagged by RGNUL, Patiala.
Faculty Development Programme on ‘Innovative Teaching Learning Methods and Research in Law’- 2019
School of Law, Sharda University organized the 3rd Edition of Faculty Development Programme on ‘Innovative Teaching Learning Methods and Research in Law’ from 15-20 July, 2019. Expert speakers, from all over the nation, discussed the intricacies of legal pedagogy and research, while identifying the gaps and suggesting reforms.
The Chief Guest for the occasion was Prof. Upendra Baxi, Emeritus Professor of Law, University of Warwick, UK, & Distinguished Professor, NLU Delhi and Former Vice Chancellor, University of Delhi. This six-day Faculty Development Programme was addressed by galaxy of legal luminaries like Prof. Mool Chand Sharma, Distinguished Professor of Law in University of Delhi, Former Member of the Law Commission of India, Vice-Chairperson, University Grants Commission (UGC), Vice Chancellor(Founder), Central University of Haryana, Interim Dean, School of Law, BML Munjal University, Gurgoan; Prof. Nuzhat Parveen Khan, Former Dean, Faculty of Law, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi; Prof. Ved Kumari, Former Dean & Head Faculty of Law, University of Delhi; Prof. B.T. Kaul, Former Chairman, Delhi Judicial Academy (High Court of Delhi) & Distinguished Professor; Prof. Afzal Wani, Professor and Former Dean, SOL and Legal Studies, GGSIP University, Delhi; Prof R.S. Varshney (Retd.), Distinguished Professor. The Valedictory Session was held on 20th July, 2019 and the Chief Guest on the occasion, Prof. Manoj Kumar Sinha, Director, Indian Law Institute, Delhi discussed issues of human rights and international law in a globalizing world while throwing light upon the leading theorists in legal jurisprudence and recent developments.
Orientation Programme for budding Lawyers (Batch 2019-24)
On August 16, 2019, the School of Law, Sharda University, held a week-long orientation programme for students of the incoming first year batch. Hon’ble Shri Justice L Narasimha Reddy, Chairman, Central Administrative Tribunal, Delhi, was the Chief Guest in SOL Orientation Programme. The orientation included various cultural programs as well as introduction by faculty to certain subjects. Students were also given an Anti-Ragging disclaimer as well as introduction to the various projects and departments in the school.It was intended to give the students a smooth transition from their school life to adulthood.
Mock Parliament on “The DNA Technology (Use and Application) Regulation Bill, 2019”
School of Law, Sharda University organized a MOCK PARLIAMENT on “The DNA Technology (Use and Application) Regulation Bill, 2019” on Friday, August 30, 2019 in order to debate upon and argue about the “The DNA Technology (Use and Application) Regulation Bill, 2019”. The purpose of organizing the Parliamentary simulation is instilling the idea of Free Speech and Expression, through debate based on socio-political and legal issues of the country as well as to enhance the skills of the participants, relating to research and public speaking.
Intra-Legal Quizzard
School of Law, Sharda University organised an Intra Legal Quizzard on September 12-13, 2019. The Quiz competition was sponsored by LegalSutra law firm. The chief guests of the competition were the Advocate Vinod Kaushik, Managing Director of Legal Sutra firm. Thirty teams from the School of Law participated.
National Conference on "Alternative Dispute Resolution: Emerging Issues"
School of Law organized 3rd National Conference on "Alternative Dispute Resolution: Emerging Issues" on October 11, 2019. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is an alternative to the formal legal system. It is an alternative to litigation. Arbitration, Mediation, Negotiation, Conciliation, Lok Adalat, Settlement etc. are the various methods for settling disputes which have received worldwide recognition and are applied successfully, as they settle disputes in speedy and amicable manner. The Chief Guest in the Inaugural Session was Hon'ble Mr. Justice A.K. Sikri, Judge, Singapore International Commercial Court and Former Judge, Supreme Court of India. The Chief Guest in the Valedictory Session was Hon’ble Mr. Justice Pradeep Kumar Srivastava, Judge, High Court of Allahabad, U.P.
National Seminar on “Confronting Gender-Based Violence in the Contemporary World: Current & Emerging Issues”
School of Law organized a National Seminar on “Confronting Gender-Based Violence in the Contemporary World: Current & Emerging Issues” on November 1, 2019.The event was conducted to raise awareness on the issue of gender-violence and analyze the causes and factors responsible for gender violence. The National Seminar was a remarkable step in achieving these objectives as it intended to conclude the suggestions proposed and submit them to the National Women Commission to further action.
Novice Moot Court Competition
With the aim to familiarize students with real world lawyering in terms of court procedure, drafting submissions and delivering oral arguments, The School of Law organised a Novice Moot Court Competition on 4-5 November, 2019.
National Youth Day Celebration
On Friday,12 January, 2018, Sharda University, School of Law celebrated in Auditorium 005, Block 3 at 1:30 PM on the auspicious occasion of birth anniversary of Swami Vivekanandji. HH Dr. Charudatta Pingale, MS(ENT) recipient of 'Jivan Gourav Award' enlightened the gathering about --Chanting Technique to Attain Calmness of Mind. Sh. Yogacharya Bipin Joshi, unconditional supporter of economically weaker sections of the society talked about his project, World Peace Mission. Also, highly decorated soldier with Sena Medal and Vishishth Seva Medal, and Recipient of many Social awards, Retd. Col. Ashok Kini, Founder member of Faith Foundation to delivered a Talk on Kalam and his spiritual life. Mr. Siddharth from IIT Delhi also addressed the gathering and shared his experience of being associated with Ramkrishna Mission.
National Seminar on Intellectual Property Rights: Issues and Challenges
School of Law, Sharda University organized on Friday19th January, 2018 the National Seminar on Intellectual Property Rights: Issues and Challenges organized in collaborations with Cell for IPR Promotions and Management (CIPAM), DIPP, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Govt. of India.The inaugural session was chaired by distinguished guest and speakers namely Padamshri Prof. Upendra Baxi, former Vice Chancellor of University of Delhi, Prof. B.S. Chimni, former Vice Chancellor National University of Juridical Sciences, Kolkata, Shri P.K. Malhotra, former Law Secretary, Government of India and Prof. Alka Chawla, University of Delhi.
International Conference on Alternate Dispute Resolution: Issues and challenges
On Friday 16th February, 2018SOL organized the International Conference on Alternate Dispute Resolution: Issues and challenges. The Chief Guest was Hon’ble Mr. Justice A. R. Dave, Former Judge, Supreme Court of India and the Guest of Honor was H.E. Major General Chris S. Eze (Retd.), High Commissioner of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The other distinguished speakers were Shri P.K.Malhotra, Former Law Secretary, Hon’ble Dr. T.R. Naval, Chairman, Lok Adalat, and Delhi. Thereafter two parallel technical sessions were chaired by imminent people from the industry and academia. In these sessions around 80 research papers were presented by the participants hailing from different universities.
Symposium on the topic “I am a woman”
On 6th March 2018, Symposium on the topic “I am a woman: the challenges of women in today’s Social & Cultural settings” was organized by School of Law (SOL) Sharda University, Greater Noida. The lecture was chaired by Mrs. Sushma Sahu (Senior Member, National Commission of Women, New Delhi), Dr Rajshree Singh, IPS, IG, State Crime Branch, Haryana, Ms Suniti Singh,IPS (SP RA,Gautam Budh Nagar.) ,Ms Shweta Kothari (BBC Scotland, Huffington Post, NDTV, IBN 7, CNBC-TV18, Republic World), Dr. Ekta chaudhry,Prof.& Head of the department,SUSDS and Chair Person of Internal Complaint Committee, Sharda University.
National Law Debate Competition on the topic 'One Nation One Election'.
On Friday, 09 March 2018, School of Law organized the National Law debate competition on the topic 'One Nation One Election'. Twenty-two teams participated in the competition from various Universities of India. Learned Shri R.B. Sharma, President, District Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum, Gautam Budh Nagar was the Chief Guest on the occasion and gave away the awards.
Intra Client Counselling Competition
On 13th March 2018,School of Law organized Intra Client Counselling Competition. The Client Counseling Competition promotes greater knowledge and interest among law students in the preventative law and counseling functions of law practice. It also encourages students to develop interviewing, planning, and analytical skills in the lawyer-client relationship in the law office. Interviewing and advising are a significant part of most lawyers’ work. Too often, it is assumed that lawyers have the listening and questioning skills needed to conduct an effective interview. Regrettably, not all lawyers possess these skills. The Competition provides an opportunity for a valuable educational and cultural interchange between students, law teachers, and legal practitioners.
3rd Anand Swaroop Gupta Memorial National Moot Court competition- 2018
The School of Law organized 3rd Anand Swaroop Gupta Memorial National Moot Court competition 2018 on 5-7 April, 2018, the prestigious competition among law students of India is a major event of Sharda University. It provides practical exposure to law students. It shows about relevancy of Moot Court in academics and its importance in future to budding lawyers. The renounced Judges of Supreme Court & High court shared their experience as a Lawyer and Judge. They described how a judge should be a human being. Hon’ble Justice A.K.Sikri, Judge Supreme Court of India, & Shri Ram Jethmalani,Senior Advocate, Supreme Court & Former Law Minister & Urban Development Minister Chief Guest of Valedictory and Inaugural session addressed about relevancy of Moot Court in academics as a practical exposure and its importance in future to budding lawyers. They also gave a light about the moot problem based on breakdown of constitutional machinery in the state.
Tribute to the father of Indian Constitution Bharat Ratna Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
On Friday, 13 April 2018, Legal Aid Center, School of Law, Sharda University in collaboration with District Legal Services Authority, Gautam Budh Nagar payed tribute to the father of Indian Constitution Bharat Ratna Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, in recognition of his invaluable contribution in the making of modern India and in ensuring access to justice to the marginalized section of society. Hon’ble Chief Guest Learned Shri. Pradeep Kumar Srivastava, District & Sessions Judge cum Chairman, District Legal Services Authority, Gautam Budh Nagar address students in this session.
Faculty Development Programme on ‘Innovative Teaching Learning Methods and Research in Law’ 2018
School of Law, Sharda University, organised a five-day Faculty Development Programme, from 16th-20th July, 2018.On the inaugural session, we had Prof. (Dr.) Ranbir Singh, Vice-Chancellor, National Law University, Delhi and on the valediction session, we had Prof. Manoj Kumar Sinha, Director, Indian Law Institute. He discussed about how participants should focus on writing good papers with proper research and focus on new emerging areas of law.
Orientation Programme for Budding Lawyers (Batch 2018-23)
The School of Law, Sharda University organized an orientation Programme for new student on Tuesday 21st August 2018 Presided upon by the Hon’ble Vice chancellor, and chief Guest of event is Hon’ble Justice Swantanter Kumar, formerly, Supreme Court Judge and Chairman, National Green Tribunal.The Event Welcomed the fresher into the exciting world of law and also Doubled as a career counselling event. The students were encouraged to interact with each other as well as the Faculty.
Workshop on ‘Moot Courts Techniques’
As a part of experiential learning, School of Law, Sharda University organized workshop on ‘Moot Courts Techniques’ by Mr. Piyush Beriwal, Advocate and Associate at Office of Additional Solicitor General of India on Friday, 7th September 2018. The object of event was to give the students thorough knowledge of Moot Courts Techniques and tools and to acquaint students with procedural aspect of Moot Courts.
Workshop cum awareness session on Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace
On 11th September 2018 School of Law organized a workshop cum awareness session on Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace under the instructions and guidance of Dr. Ekta Chaudhary, Chairperson, Internal Complaint Committee (ICC), Sharda University. To sensitize students about what words, actions, conduct or behavior may amount to sexual harassment; also spread awareness about University's 'no tolerance policy’ for sexual harassment. The students were acquainted about the Internal Complaint Committee guidelines on matters of sexual harassment. The objective of this session is aimed to be achieved through Role plays, Skits, Posters, Presentations followed by Discussions and Question Answer session.
Workshop on Young People and Mental Health: Issues & Challenges
On Thursday, 25th October, 2018 School of Law, Sharda University and District Legal services Authority, Gautam Budh Nagar organised a workshop on Young People and Mental Health: Issues & Challenges.The event began by lightning the lamp by the invited guest which included the Chief Guest Ms. Neelu Mainwal (Civil Judge, Senior Division cum Secretary, District Legal Services Authority, Gautam Budh Nagar), Ms. Chhavi Goyal (Motivational Speaker), Ms. Sangeeta Mitra (Director, Dept. of Psychological Rehabilitation, Shanti Home, NGO), Dr. Rupali Shivalkar (Consultant Psychiatrist Shanti Hospital, Dr. Shruti Sharma (Consultant Psychiatrist Sharda Hospital).
Workshop on Intellectual Property Rights: Issues and Challenges
On Wednesday 24th October, 2018, a workshop on Intellectual Property Rights: Issues and Challenges, was organised by School of Law, Sharda University. The Key Note speakers were Prof. (Dr.) Saleem Akhtar, Former Dean AMU, Mr. Rodney D. Ryder, Advisor to the Ministry of Communications & Information Technology, Government of India and Ms Isha Sharma, Director Trayambak Overseas Pvt Ltd. Prof. (Dr.) Saleem Akhtar discussed various aspects of copyright issues.
Nationalwide Competition on Legal Rights of Women in Collaboration with National Commision of Women, New Delhi
On 30th October 2018, School of Law has organised a Nationalwide Competition on Legal Rights of Women on where in 60 students participated. The event objective was to check and spread Awareness among students about Legal Rights of Women listed under various national and International Laws & Conventions. Rs. 28,500 was granted by National Commision of Wowmen, New Delhi to School of Law for this Completion.
National Seminar on Human Rights and Criminal Justice System in India
On Friday, 20thNovember 2018, School of Law, Sharda University, organized a National Seminar on Human Rights and Criminal Justice System in India. The event saw dignitaries such as Hon’ble Shri H.R. Bhardwaj (Former Union Cabinet Minister of Law & Justice, Government of India, former Governor of Karnataka), Hon’ble Prof. S. K. Bhatnagar (Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Ram Manohar National Law University, Lucknow), Hon’ble Dr. Vikram Singh (I.P.S, Former Director General of Police, U.P.) who convened the event, also graced the august gathering. The seminar provided an avenue where law professionals, academicians, practitioners, research scholars, students, NGO’s, social activists and students can exchange their knowledge/ideas and experiences and in turn can learn more about the recent trends and developments in Human Rights & Criminal Justice System in India.
National Conclave on International Women's Day
On Wednesday, 08.03.2017 National Conclave on International Women's Day was organised. Smt. Vijaya Rahatkar, Hon’ble Chairperson, Maharastra State Women Commission, Mumbai. Ms Zakia Soman, Women Right Activist advocates Rights of Muslim Women, Ms Pooja Kapil Mishra, National Secretary & Media Incharge, BJP Mahila Morcha, Ms. Shweta Bharti, Senior Partner, Hammurabi & Solomon, Ms. Runa Maitra, Founder & HR Partner, People Talent International were the prominent speakers in the event.
2nd Anand Swaroop Gupta Memorial National Moot Court Competition- 2017
School of Law organized 2nd Anand Swaroop Gupta Memorial National Moot Court Competition on 5-7 April, 2017. It was inaugurated by Hon’ble Mr. Justice Mr. Vinay Kumar Mathur, Former Judge, High Court of Allahabad & Former Chairman of Foreign Exchange Appellate Tribunal. 60 Teams from all over India participated in the event. Mr. Salman Khurshid, Sr. Advocate, Supreme Court of India & Former Cabinet Minister, Ministry of Foreign Affairs was the Chief Guest in Valedictory session. The Objectives of practices is that thestudents would learn how to research, defend their clients and argue their cases. They would also understand the nuances of the legal process, formal lawsuits, learn drafting and develop teamwork skills
Faculty Development Programme on ‘Innovative Teaching Learning Methods and Research in Law’- 2017
SOL Organized Faculty Development Programme 2017, for 05 Days, Monday-Friday, 29-05-17 to 02-06-2017. Hon’ble Prof. Mool Chand Sharma, Former Vice Chairperson, University Grant Commission, Dr. Alka Chawla, Associate Professor, Faculty of Law, University of Delhi, Prof. G S Bajpai, Professor& Registrar, National Law University, Delhi, Prof. A P Singh, Professor, University School of Law and Legal Studies, GGSIP University, Delhi, Prof RK Sinha, Former Dean, Faculty of Law, JNV University, Jodhpur, Prof.Usha Razdan, Retd. Professor, University of Delhi, Pro.f B.T. Kaul, Chairman, Delhi Judicial Academy were the prominent speakers.
Orientation Programmefor Budding Lawyers (Batch 2017-22)
SOL Orientation Programme 2017 was organized on Friday- Saturday, 04th & 05th August, 2017. The Chief Guests were Hon’ble Dr. Justice BS Chauhan, Chairman, Law Commission of India & Hon’ble Prof. Mool Chand Sharma (Member, Law Commission of India).
International Youth Conference
On Friday, 11.08.2018, International Youth Conference was organised. The Guest Speakers Dr. Ms. June Ann, Director UN Programme, Shri Ramesh Bhat , Advisor to Chief Minister , Uttrakhand, Dr. Binni Sareen etc.
Symposium on ‘An analysis of Supreme Court's verdict on Triple Talaq’
On Thursday, 31.08.2017, SOL organize, A Symposium on "An analysis of Supreme Court's verdict on Triple Talaq". Shri Arif Mohammad Khan, Former Cabinet Minsiter was the Chief Guest and Guest of Honour was Prof. M Afzal Wani, School of Law & Legal Studies, GGSIP University, Delhi.
Symposium on Supreme Court's verdict on ‘Right to privacy’
On Friday, 08.09.17, A Symposium on The Hon’ble Supreme Court's verdict on "Right to privacy" Hon'ble Justice P.S. Narayana, Former Judge AP High Court, Member, Mahadayi Water Dispute Tribunal, New Delhi , Advocate Prashant Kumar, President, LAW Asia, Advocate Jetendra Singh, Advocate, Supreme Court of India were the Guest Speakers.
International Seminar on a Legal worshop on Comparative Judicial System
On Tuesday, 21.11.2018, An International Seminar on a Legal workshop on Comparative Judicial System was organised by SOL. The Chief Guest was Hon’ble Mr. Justice S.N. Dhingra, Retd. Judge, High Court of Delhi.The sessions were chaired by Prof. Dr. Ghulam Yazdani, Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi, Prof. Jason Buhi, Assistant professor of Law, School of Transnational Law, Peking University, China Chaired by Prof. Dr. R.K. Sinha, Former Dean JNV, Jodhpur.
International Seminar on ‘International Arbitration’
International Seminar on ‘International Arbitration’ was organized on 03.01.2016. Prof. Dr. Mark K. Brewer. From Northumbria Law School, Northumbria University, New Castle, UK delivered the Key note Address.
National Seminar on ‘Data Privacy and Protection’
In association with India National BAR Association ‘National Seminar on Data Privacy and Protection’ was organized on 28.01.2016. The aim of the seminar was to understand the proposed new Legislation the Privacy (Protection) Bill.
International Seminar on ‘Powers, Privileges & Immunities of the Parliament’
International Seminar on ‘Powers, Privileges & Immunities of the Parliament’ was organized on 12.02.2016. Mr. Virendra Sharma, MP, House of Commons, alumnus of London School of Economics and Dr. Rajiv Mani, Additional Director, Lok Sabha were the Key note speakers.
National Seminar dealing with “Perspective on the Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques Act, 1994”
On occasion on International Women’s Day National Seminar dealing with “Perspective on the Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques Act, 1994”was organized by on 8th March 2016. Main Resource Personnel for this prestigious Seminar were: - Hon’ble Ms. Justice Manju Goel, Dr. S.S Gulati, Ms. Juthika Banerjee, and Dr. Satish Puri.
‘1st Anand Swaroop Gupta Memorial National Moot Court Competition’- 2016
‘1st Anand Swaroop Gupta Memorial National Moot Court Competition’ from 7th-9th, April 2016, with long list of prizes worth more than Rs. 1 Lakh. Total 33 Teams from leading National Law Universities and other premier Universities participated in this prestigious National Moot Court Competition. Hon’ble Mr. Justice B.P. Singh, Former Judge, Supreme Court inaugurated the event. Hon’ble Mr. Justice PC Pant, Judge, Supreme Court of India was the Chief Guest in the Valedictory Session. He asked the students to ensure that their conduct enhanced the prestige of the legal profession. He further emphasized that the students should keep the interest of institutions above their self interest. After grueling preliminary and semifinal rounds, team of University Law College, Bangalore comprising of Speaker 1 Ms Apoorva Majakar, Speaker 2 Ms Prathika Jayram and Researcher Ms Bindushree P was adjudged as Winner and team from Sardar Patel Subharti Institute of Law, Meerut comprising of Speaker 1 Ms Aishwarya Chaudhry, Speaker 2 Ms Prachi Johri and Researcher Mr Shobit Garg was adjudged runners up and cash award of Rs 50,000 and Rs 25000 was given to the winning and runners up team respectively. A trip to Agra-“City of Taj’ was also organized for the participants.
Orientation Programme for Budding Lawyers (2016-21)
On 3rd August 2016, the Orientation Programme for new batch (2016-21) was inaugurated by lightening the lamp and prayer of Goddess Saraswati by the Chief Guest Hon’ble Mr. Justice Markandey katju, Former Judge of Supreme Court of India & President Press Council of India for the commencement of new academic session. The Chief Guest gave a detailed speech on the topic Constitutional Jurisprudence.
‘International Youth Conference'
On the occasion of International Youth day, '6th International Youth Conference' in collaboration with All India Council of Human Rights, Liberties and Social Justice (AICHLS) was organized on 12th August 2016. The speakers in the conference were Dr. Anthony, Global Chairman, AICHLS, Mr. Sandeep Marwah, President, Marwah Studio, Brig. Gurinder Singh, Chairman, MRC, Ms. Neera Shastri, Daughter in Law of Shri Lal Bhaadur Shashtri, Dr. June Ann, Chairman, and Amnesty Worldwide Movement for Women Rights & Child Rights. The Conference theme was “BETI BACHAO, BETI PADHAO”. The poster for the same was also released by the Guests. AICHLS honoured Sharda University for making important contribution in the field of higher education and felicitated toppers of every batch.
International Seminar on ‘American Constitutional and Administrative Law Perspectives’
International Seminar on ‘American Constitutional and Administrative Law Perspectives’ was organized on 09th, September, 2016. The Guest speakers Dr. Judd Mathew, Assistant Professor, Penn State University, USA and Prof. (Major General) Nilendra Kumar, Ex-director Amity Law School, Noida shared their views and knowledge by delivering the lectures on the subject of constitution in India and in America. Dr. Judd gave detailed and extensive view of American Constitution and the functionaries under it.
National Legal Service Day Celebration
National Legal Service Day was celebrated on 9th November 2016. The speakers in the conference were Mr. Justice P.S.Narayana, Member, Mahadayi River Water Dispute Tribunal,New Delhi (Chief Guest on this occasion) and Professor M. Afzal Wani, Professor & Dean, University School of Law & Legal Studies, GGS Indraprastha University, Delhi (Guest of Honour). The Speakers focused the need of free legal education to all section of society. The speakers gave detailed and extensive view of Constitution and the functionaries under it. They also emphasized about role & working of National Legal Service Authority. They told that needy and indigent person can get free legal advice and service of lawyer who cannot afford lawyer.
National Conference on ‘Challenging in Setting up a Business in India’
School of Law organised a National Conference on 4th February 2015 on “Challenges in Setting up a Business in India”. The Eminent speakers from the legal fraternity were Mr. Vinod Dhall and Mr. K K Sharma.
Orientation programme for Budding Lawyers (Batch 2015-20)
Orientation programme was organized on 06.08.2015 to welcome the first year students. The event was graced by Hon’ble Mr. Justice R.C. Lohati, Former Chief Justice of India.
National Seminar on ‘Challenges in Intellectual Property Rights with special reference to Copyright and Art Law in India’
The School of Law, organised National Seminar on “Challenges in Intellectual Property Rights with special reference to Copyright and Art Law in India” on 26th November, 2015 to mark the Law Day of the year. The speaker was Ms. Tanvi Mishra, Managing Associate (Litigation); Books, Media and Entertainment Attorney with Anand and Anand. Ms. Tanvi is an Intellectual Property Rights Lawyer with special focus on Copyright Law. The co-speaker w as Mr. Nishchal Anand, Managing Associate; Intellectual property litigation with Anand and Anand. Mr. Anand also engages in advisory work on IP and technology issues, e-commerce, parallel imports, labeling and packaging laws, advertising standards, pharmaceutical patents, etc.
Orientation programme for Budding Lawyers (Batch 2014-19)
School of Law organized Orientation programme organized on 11th August, 2014.
National Law Day Celebration
School of Law organized National Law Day Celebration on 26th November, 2014. The Chief Guest. Was Hon’ble Mr. Justice B. B. Singh, Supreme Court of India, (Retd.).
National Workshop on ‘Regulatory Mechanism for Foreign Direct Investment in Multibrand Retail Trade in India’
School of Law organized National Workshop on ‘Regulatory Mechanism for Foreign Direct Investment in Multibrand Retail Trade in India’ – 15 Feb 2013
International Conference on ‘Natural Resources Law and Practice’
School of Law organized An International Conference on: ‘Natural Resources Law and Practice’—22nd March 2013.
International Conference on ‘The protection of Public Interest in Intellectual Property Rights Practices & Ethics’
School of Law organized International Conference on “The protection of Public Interest in Intellectual Property Rights Practices & Ethics” – 22nd September, 2013. Hon’ble Mr. Justice M. Karpaga Vinayagam, Chairman, Appellate Tribunal for Electricity, Former Chief Justice of Jharkhand, High Court and Padamshri Prof. N. R. Madhava Menon, Member, Law Commission of India were the Chief Guests.
Orientation Program for Budding Lawyers (Batch 2013-18)
School of Law organized Orientation Program for Law Students held on date 24th Sept, 2013.
National Conference on ‘Women, State and Society in Emerging India: Law and Practice’
School of Law organized National Conference on ‘Women, State and Society in Emerging India: Law and Practice’ on 16th November, 2013. Prof. R. Venkatramani, Member Law Commission of India was the Chief Guest.