National Case Analysis Competition by The Environmental Law Society, Faculty of Law, Integral University: Submit by Jan 20

About the University

Integral University is located in Lucknow, the capital city of the largest state of India, Uttar Pradesh. It was established under Act Number 9 of 2004 by the State Government. Integral University, the first enacted Minority University in the country, started functioning on 1 April 2004. The University is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under sections 2(f) and 12B of the UGC Act, 1956, as well as by other regulatory bodies such as the Medical Council of India, Pharmacy Council of India, Indian Nursing Council, Council of Architecture, Bar Council of India, Indian Association of Physiotherapists, National Council for Teacher Education, and UP State Medical Faculty.

About the Faculty of Law

Integral University’s Department of Law in Lucknow offers a range of programs, including undergraduate, postgraduate, and Ph.D. Our mission is to educate future legal professionals with knowledge, integrity, and dedication. Our vision is to blend India’s legal heritage with a global perspective. Our accomplished faculty is actively involved in legal research. Accredited and successful alumni reflect our program’s quality.

About the Society

The Environmental Law Society, Integral University, Lucknow, is a student-run organization for future environmental lawyers and students interested in environmental issues, constituted to instill in students a spirit of environmental responsibility and increasing awareness of each person’s individual obligation to help prevent further environmental degradation.

About National Case Analysis Competition

Case analysis competitions allow students to apply theoretical legal concepts to real-world scenarios. This practical application enhances their understanding of how the law operates in practice. Participants develop strong analytical skills by dissecting complex legal issues, identifying relevant facts, and crafting well-reasoned arguments. Case analysis often requires extensive legal research, helping students improve their ability to find, analyze, and interpret legal sources.

List of Cases

• Pradeep Kishen v. Union of India, (1996) 8 SCC 599
  • Link to judgment: https://indiankanoon.org/doc/1064549/
• Animal Welfare Board of India v A.Nagaraja & Ors (2014) 7 SCC 547
  • Link to judgment:https://indiankanoon.org/doc/39696860/
• Murli S. Deora v. Union of India, AIR 2002 SC 40
  • Link to judgment: https://indiankanoon.org/doc/1495522/
• T. N. Godavarman Tirumulkpad v. Union of India, (AIR 1997 SC 1228)
  • Link to judgment: https://indiankanoon.org/doc/298957/
• M.C. Mehta v. Shri Ram Foods and Fertilizer Industries, AIR1987 SC 965
  • Link to Judgement:https://indiankanoon.org/doc/1599374/
• Subhash Kumar v. State of Bihar AIR 1991 SC 420
  • Link to Judgement: https://indiankanoon.org/doc/1646284/

Language

The preferred language for the same is English respectively.

Mode

Online.

Eligibility

The competition is open to law students, both undergraduate and postgraduate, currently enrolled in any recognized institution or university in India.

Formatting Guidelines

• The submission should be typed in Times New Roman, Font Size-12, Line Spacing-1.5, and justified.
• The footnotes must be typed in Times New Roman, Font Size-10, and Line Spacing-1.
• The margins should be 1 inch or 2.54 cm on all sides.
• Every citation must follow the Harvard Bluebook, 20th Edition.

( Note the commentaries must be submitted in either (DOC/DOCX) ).

All entries must be submitted to (els.facultyoflaw.iul@gmail.com)

Submission Guidelines

• Participants are required to submit a verified copy of their student, Identity Card or bona-fide certificate along with their entry.
• The case analysis must be presented in English only and formatted In Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx). Submissions in other languages or Formats will be summarily rejected.
• Each author is allowed only one submission, and co-authorship is Permitted (A maximum of 2 authors are allowed for co-authored Entries).
• All entries must include a cover page containing the author’s name, Institutional affiliation, course and year of study, email address, And contact number.
• Identifying information should not be included in the text of the Analysis, and any violation will result in immediate Disqualification.
• The analysis must be an original and unpublished work, not under consideration for publication or participation in any other contest.
• Plagiarism in any form will lead to immediate disqualification.
• The recommended word limit for the analysis is 2000- 3000 words, Including citations.
• All submissions must be made on or before 11:59 P.M, 20th January 2024
• A case analysis has to be submitted to els.facultyoflaw.iul@gmail.com.
• Participants are required to submit a case analysis on any ONE of the cases.
• The Subject of the email should be “Case Analysis on Environmental Law”

Prizes

• The winner will be awarded a Trophy and certificate.
• 1st Runner Up will be awarded a Trophy and certificate.
• 2nd Runner Up will be awarded a Trophy and certificate.
• All participants will be awarded E-certificates.

Important Dates

• REGISTRATION STARTS: – 12th December, 2023.
• REGISTRATION ENDS: – 05th January, 2024.
• SUBMISSION ENDS: – 20th January, 2024.
• ANNOUNCEMENT OF RESULTS: – 25th January, 2024.

Evaluation Criteria

• The write-up would be evaluated in terms of: –
• Comprehension of the underlying essence of the case.
• Research conducted in terms of precedents found and cited.
• Writing proficiency in terms of content, logical sequencing, legal reasoning, innovative ideas, language and grammar.

Registration Fee

• Single Author- Rs. 150
• Co-Author- Rs. 200

Registration Process

Click Here To Register.

PAYMENT DETAILS (PHONE PAY/G PAY).

• A/C Holder Name: Shruti Giri.
• Bank Name: State Bank of India.
• Account No: 41323626617.
• IFSC Code: SBIN0010342.
• UPI ID: shrutigiri03@oksbi.
• Google Pay No.: 9918809380.

Contact Information

• You can reach out to us at our official Email ( els.facultyoflaw.iul@gmail.com)
• Shruti Giri (Convener) +91 99188 09380.
• Hisham Bin Israr (Convener) +91 91989 97205.
• Ankur Rai (Member) +91 6306 621 515.
• Mohd Agaaz Ansari (Member) +91 94531 43347.