NUJS National Disability Law Moot 2025 – A Historic Step Toward Inclusive Legal Advocacy

The NUJS National Disability Law Moot 2025 is India’s first national-level moot court competition dedicated solely to the legal rights of persons with disabilities (PwDs). Organized by the prestigious West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences (WBNUJS), Kolkata, this competition sets a new precedent in legal education by focusing exclusively on disability law.

With a history of hosting top-tier events such as the NUJS-HSF Moot, ADR Mediation Competition, and Para-Invicta, NUJS continues its tradition of promoting inclusivity and justice with this pioneering initiative.

What Is the NUJS National Disability Law Moot 2025 About?

This moot is designed to:

• Encourage legal scholarship in disability law
• Highlight critical themes like workplace discrimination, inclusive education, and accessibility
• Create a national platform for future legal professionals to explore and argue real-world issues under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016

The competition includes:

• Memorial Qualification Round
• Offline Oral Rounds at the WBNUJS campus in Kolkata
• Researcher’s Test for qualifying teams

Key Dates and Deadlines

Event	Date
Registration Opens	May 30, 2025
Clarification Deadline	June 25, 2025
Registration Closes	June 30, 2025
Memorial Submission	July 12, 2025
Oral Round Shortlist	July 21, 2025
Oral Rounds at WBNUJS	August 21–24, 2025

Eligibility & Team Composition

• Open to undergraduate law students in any Indian university
• 2 to 3 members per team
• Cross-college teams allowed
• No cap on the number of teams per institution
• Postgraduate students are not eligible

Awards & Recognition

The NUJS National Disability Law Moot 2025 offers extensive awards, including:

• Winning, Runners-Up & Second Runners-Up Teams
• Best Advocate (Prelims and Overall)
• Best Memorials (Petitioner & Respondent)
• Best Researcher & Runner-Up
• Certificates for Semi- and Quarter-Finalists
• Participation certificates for all teams

Registration Fees & Optional Accommodation

• Memo Round Fee: ₹2,500/team
  • ₹2,100 for teams with at least one PwD participant
• Oral Round Fee (for shortlisted teams): ₹2,000
• Accommodation (optional): ₹5,500/team (August 21–24)

Payment Details:

• Account Name: Student Juridical Association
• Account No: 520101246976299
• IFSC Code: UBIN0906638
• Bank: Union Bank, NUJS Branch, Salt Lake, Kolkata

Registration Process

1. Fill the official Google Form: https://forms.gle/sZHKXriWTy4EEfGL8
2. Email the following to nationaldisabilitymoot@nujs.edu:
   • Names, Years, and Institutions of team members
   • College ID Cards
   • Payment screenshot

Contact Details

• Email: nationaldisabilitymoot@nujs.edu
• Chair: Kinjal Das – +91 75959 65675
• Deputy Chairs:
  • Anushka Maji – +91 86174 78308
  • Saarthak Samadder – +91 94330 48880
• Board of Directors:
  • Ritika Amlajiya – +91 80943 45186
  • Shubhankar Singha – +91 96797 30493

Final Words

The NUJS National Disability Law Moot 2025 is not just another moot—it’s a platform for change. By promoting awareness of the challenges faced by PwDs through legal debate, WBNUJS is nurturing future lawyers who will lead the way in accessibility and justice.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of history. Register today and join us in Kolkata for a groundbreaking legal experience.

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About the Faculty of Law, University of Delhi

The Faculty of Law, University of Delhi is hosting the S.K. Puri Memorial International Moot Court Competition, a prestigious event attracting law students from all over the world. The Faculty of Law is one of India’s leading institutions for legal education, recognized for its rigorous academic programs and commitment to producing eminent legal professionals who contribute globally to law and justice.

About the S.K. Puri Memorial International Moot Court Competition

The S.K. Puri Memorial International Moot Court Competition honors the legacy of Justice S.K. Puri and is internationally renowned for promoting advocacy, legal research, and critical thinking skills. The competition challenges participants with hypothetical legal cases that address contemporary legal issues, providing a unique opportunity for students to present their arguments before a panel of distinguished judges. Participants gain exposure to real-world legal scenarios, fostering an environment of high-level legal discourse and collaboration.

Competition Details

• Format: Teams argue legal cases in front of experienced legal professionals, including practicing lawyers and academics.
• Eligibility: Open to law students worldwide, fostering international legal cooperation and learning.
• Structure: Preliminary rounds lead to knockout stages, with the best teams advancing to the final.

Prizes and Recognition

Prizes for the S.K. Puri Memorial International Moot Court Competition are yet to be disclosed, but previous years have seen significant awards for top-performing teams. These accolades help participants stand out in the legal community and provide a boost to their careers.

Registration Process

Teams interested in competing must register by October 7, 2024. For detailed rules, guidelines, and registration, visit the official Faculty of Law website.

For more information about the S.K. Puri Memorial International Moot Court Competition, including registration, please visit the official competition page: S.K. Puri Moot Court Competition.

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