About the University/Organization

The West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences (WBNUJS), established in 1999, is one of India’s premier law institutions. Known for its academic rigor, inclusive ethos, and emphasis on legal reform, WBNUJS hosts high-profile events such as the NUJS-HSF Moot and the ADR Mediation Competition. Through initiatives like Para-Invicta, India’s first sports fest for specially-abled students, the university reaffirms its commitment to accessibility and equity.

The 1st NUJS National Disability Law Moot is a pioneering national-level competition solely dedicated to disability rights under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 and related legal frameworks.

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About the Event

This event aims to foster legal discourse on disability rights and promote awareness among future legal professionals. Designed for Indian law students, this moot court competition is set to:

• Deepen engagement with legal issues affecting persons with disabilities (PwDs).
• Encourage discourse around inclusion, education rights, discrimination, and accessibility.
• Provide a platform for law students to argue complex disability law scenarios before panels of eminent judges and scholars.

The moot will comprise written memorial rounds, oral arguments, and a researcher’s test, each grounded in real-world legal challenges.

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Event Timeline

Stage	Date
Registration Opens	30 May 2025
Last Date for Clarifications	25 June 2025
Registration Closes	30 June 2025 (11:59 PM)
Memorial Submission Deadline	12 July 2025 (11:59 PM)
Oral Round Qualifier List	21 July 2025
Oral Rounds	21–24 August 2025

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Format and Structure

• Rounds: Memorial Qualifiers, Preliminary Oral Rounds, Octa-Finals, Quarter-Finals, Semi-Finals, Final Round.
• Researcher’s Test: 30 marks, for oral round qualifiers.
• Evaluation: Based on memorial content, oral advocacy, research skills, and legal acumen.

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Location and Mode

Venue: WBNUJS Campus, Salt Lake, Kolkata Mode: Offline

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Additional Highlights

• Prizes: Certificates to all participants, special recognition for top performers
• Eligibility: Undergraduate law students (3-year or 5-year programs) from Indian universities. Cross-institutional teams permitted.
• Team Composition: 2-3 members; postgraduate students are ineligible
• Registration Fee:
  • Memo Round: ₹2,500/team
  • ₹2,100/team with at least one PwD participant (certificate required)
  • Oral Round (shortlisted teams): ₹2,000/team
  • Accommodation (optional): ₹5,500/team for 21–24 August

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Mentors/Judges

Panels will consist of distinguished academics, practicing advocates, and disability rights experts.

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Team/Individual

This is a team-based competition (2-3 members per team).

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FAQs

Q1: Who is eligible to participate?
A: Any student enrolled in an undergraduate law program at a recognized Indian institution.

Q2: Is a recommendation/reference required?
A: No, only team details and valid ID cards are required.

Q3: Will all participants receive a certificate?
A: Yes, certificates will be issued to all participants.

Q4: Is there a registration fee?
A: Yes. ₹2,500 per team for the memo round, with a discounted rate for PwD-inclusive teams.

Q5: Can international students apply?
A: No, participation is limited to students from Indian universities.

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Important Links

Resource	Link
Registration Form	Click Here
Event Documents	Moot Proposition, Rulebook, Brochure
Official Email	nationaldisabilitymoot@nujs.edu

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Downloadables

[Sample Cover Letter (PDF)]

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Contact

Email: nationaldisabilitymoot@nujs.edu
Kinjal Das (Chair): +91 75959 65675
Anushka Maji (Deputy Chair): +91 86174 78308
Saarthak Samadder (Deputy Chair): +91 94330 48880
Ritika Amlajiya (Board of Directors): +91 80943 45186
Shubankar Singha (Board of Directors): +91 96767 30493

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