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Introduction to the elective subject

1. INTRODUCTION TO LEGAL STUDIES

2. WHAT IS LEGAL STUDIES ? “Legal studies” is an academic endeavor focused on the meaning, practice and institution of law .

3. WHAT IS LAW ? Law is the system of rules which a particular country or community recognizes as regulating the actions of its members and which it may enforce by the imposition of penalties .

4. WHY LEGAL STUDIES ?

5. Why Legal Studies ? 1. Awareness of rights and responsibilities: Being unaware of rights and responsibilities prohibits you to become the best that you can be as a fellow human. Studying law allows students to understand the reasons behind the regulations. 2. Multitudes of career options: Other than becoming a lawyer, law graduates are desirable candidates for various fields such as media and law, academia, commerce and industry, social work, politics and more. You will find that studying law can take you just about anywhere.

6. 3. Financial stability: Obtaining a law degree may not guarantee immediate success or an exceedingly large amount of money but it’s close. This professional qualification allows you to enjoy more job security and a higher salary compared to those without. 4. Master critical thinking, strong reasoning and analytical skills: The knowledge and skills gained from studying law facilitates students to analyse both sides of complex situations or problems and to devise the best solution based on strong reasoning and critical thinking.

7. 5. The power to make a difference through law : You may have a strong sense of justice and wish to improve the defects in the system. Studying law offers you the legal education and qualification to ultimately make that significant change. 6. Respect and prestige : Many law graduates are successful in various industries and more became world leaders who are highly respected. The job is not easy but those who uphold justice are most deserving of respect.

8. CLAT stands for Common Law Admissions Test. It is an all India entrance examination conducted by the National Law Schools/Universities for admissions to their under-graduate and post graduate degree programmes (LL. B & LL. M).

9. TOP 5 NLU’S : 1. National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru 2. NALSAR University of Law (NALSAR), Hyderabad 3. National Law Institute University (NLIU), Bhopal 4. The WB National University of Juridical Sciences (NUJS), Kolkata 5. National Law University (NLU), Jodhpur

10. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN THE FIELD OF LAW...

11. Criminal Lawyer: Specialises in criminal laws CrPC, IPC, Evidence Act and various other laws. Civil Litigation Lawyer: Specializes in civil laws e.g. taxation laws, excise laws. Legal Analyst: Works for corporate firms or law firms and analyses laws pertaining to the sphere of the company and its operation. Document Drafting Lawyer: Specialises in drafting various documents containing agreements, terms and conditions, case material, etc.

12. Legal Journalist: Covers crime beats, legal proceedings in courts, arbitration courts, international courts and arbitration events. Legal Advisor: Offers consultancy to corporate firms regarding their legal obligations, duties, legal relations with other firms. Judge: Offers judgment after conducting the court proceedings and hearing all the concerned parties .

13. SYLLABUS IN CLASS 11TH

14. 1. Theory and Natu re of Political Institutions. 2. Nature and sources of law. 3. Historical Evolution of Indian Legal System. 4. Judiciary: Constitutional, Civil and Criminal Courts and Process. 5. Family Justice System.

15. SYLLABUS IN CLASS 12TH.

16. 1. Judiciary 2. Topics in Law 3. Arbitration, Tribunal Adjudication and Alternate Dispute Resolution 4. Human Rights in India 5. Legal Profession in India 6. Legal Services 7. International Context