Question: What is the current system in place for the practical training of students at
the CLE? Document to be provided
Instructions:
Moot Court Exercise and Internship
This paper consists of four components, with a total of 100 marks.
Moot Court (30 Marks): Every student is required to complete at least three moot court
exercises in a year, with each moot court carrying 10 marks. Each exercise will be based
on assigned problems, with 5 marks allocated to written submissions and 5 marks for oral
advocacy.
Observance of Trial in Two Cases - One Civil and One Criminal (30 Marks): Students
are required to observe one civil and one criminal trial during their last two or three years
of LL.B. studies. Students will maintain records detailing the steps observed at different
stages of the trial. This observation will be graded for 30 marks.
Interviewing Techniques, Pre-trial Preparations, and Internship Diary (30 Marks): Each
student must observe two client interview sessions at a Lawyer’s Office or Legal Aid
Office, recording the proceedings in a diary worth 15 marks. Additionally, students will
observe the preparation of legal documents and the filing procedure for cases,
documented in the diary for another 15 marks.
Viva Voce Examination (10 Marks): A viva voce examination will be conducted on the
above three components, carrying 10 marks.
1. Basic Details of the CLE
Name of Institution: [Enter Full Name of the Law School/Department]
Affiliating University: [Enter University Name]
Academic Year: 2024-25
Name of Faculty Coordinator for Practical Training: [Name & Designation]
Email & Contact Number: [Coordinator’s Contact Info]
2. Moot Court Exercises (30 Marks)
System in Place:
- Students are required to participate in three moot court exercises annually.
- Each exercise is based on assigned moot problems, with [XX] marks per moot.
Mode of Conduct:
- Exercises are conducted [monthly/semester-wise] within the institution.
- Students are grouped and assessed by internal faculty or guest evaluators.
Enclosures:
- [ ] Sample Moot Problem
- [ ] Rubric for Evaluation
- [ ] Photos of Moot Court Proceedings
- [ ] List of Judges/Evaluators
3. Observance of Trial in Two Cases – One Civil and One Criminal (30 Marks)
System in Place:
- Students visit local courts to observe proceedings.
- Each student observes one civil and one criminal trial during the penultimate or final
year.
Documentation:
- Students maintain a Court Observation Book detailing:
- Case type
- Court name
- Case number
- Date and stage of trial observed
- Summary of proceedings
Enclosures:
- [ ] Format/Template of Court Observation Book
- [ ] List of Courts Collaborated With
- [ ] Attendance/Verification Sheets
4. Interviewing Techniques, Pre-Trial Preparation & Internship Diary (30 Marks)
System in Place:
- Students observe:
- Two client interviews at a law office or legal aid cell (15 marks)
- Pre-trial procedures like document drafting and case filing (15 marks)
Internship Diary:
- Students maintain an Internship Diary with:
- Date and place of internship
- Nature of activities observed
- Reflection and learnings
Enclosures:
- [ ] Internship Diary Format
- [ ] List of Empanelled Lawyers/Offices
- [ ] Sample Diary Entry (anonymized)
5. Viva Voce Examination (10 Marks)
System in Place:
- Viva is conducted at the end of the academic year, assessing all three components.
- Panel includes [Internal Faculty / External Expert].
Assessment:
- Students are graded on understanding, articulation, and documentation quality.
Enclosures:
- [ ] Viva Schedule
- [ ] Panel Constitution
- [ ] Sample Viva Questions
6. Summary of Practical Training Activities (Optional Table)
Component Weightage Mode of Delivery Documentation
Maintained
Moot Court 30 Marks In-house Moots Written memorials,
photos
Trial Observation 30 Marks Local Court Visits Observation Book
Interviewing & Pre- 30 Marks Internships & Legal Internship Diary
trial Aid
Viva Voce 10 Marks Oral Exam Mark Sheets
7. Faculty Members Involved
Name Designation Role in Practical Training
