Definition of Education by Various Scholars

Different scholars have defined education in many ways:

 Aristotle: Education is the creation of a sound mind in a sound body.
 Confucius: Education is the process of teaching virtue and character development to
individuals.
 John Dewey: Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself.
 Herbert Spencer: Education is complete living.
 Ulilch Robert: Education is the constant instruction among people and the objective
world.
 William B Yeats: Education is not filling a bucket but lightening a fire.
 Horace Mann: Education must bring the practice as nearly as possible to theory.
 Vivekanand: Education is the manifestation of the divine perfection, already existing in
man.
 Gandhi: Education is an all-round drawing out of the best in the Child and man body,
mind and spirit.
 Tagore: Education is the widest road leading to the solution of all our problems.
 Stella van Petten Henderson: Education is a blend of development and human
advancement with social heritage.
 Kohnstamm and Gunning: Education is the development of a still, small voice.
What are the definitions of education according to John Dewey?
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John Dewey had a student-centered definition of education. He believed that
education is the process of reorganizing experiences to increase their
meaning and the ability to direct future experiences.
He also believed that education is a social process that involves both social
and individual aspects.
He said that education is a social need and function, and that it is a process
of living and growth.

Dewey's major concepts on education are found in his books Democracy and
Education (1916), Logic (1938), and Experience and Education (1938).
Dewey also believed in four principles of education: Unity, Interest,
Experience, Integration.
Pragmatic teachers use these principles to focus on topics relevant to
students' lives and use active project-based learning strategies.
 How do different scholars define teaching?
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Here are some definitions of teaching:
 Burton
Teaching is the stimulation, guidance, direction, and encouragement of learning.
 B.O. Smith
Teaching is a system of actions intended to produce learning.
 Gage
Teaching is a form of interpersonal influence aimed at changing the behavior potential of another
person.
 Clerk
Teaching refers to activities that are designed and performed to produce in students behavior.
 Skinner
Teaching is the arrangement of contingencies of reinforcement.
 IGI Global
Teaching is to impart knowledge or skill; give instruction, inform, enlighten, discipline, drill, school,
indoctrinate; coach to help to learn.
 Jackson
Teaching is a face to face encounter between two or more persons, one of whom (teacher) intends to
effect certain changes in the other participants (students).
 H.C. Morrison
Teaching is an intimate contact between a more mature personality and a less mature one which is
designed to further the education of the latter.
Teaching can also be defined as:
 Engagement with learners to enable their understanding and application of knowledge,
concepts and processes.
 A process that is concerned with what the educator does, such as setting goals,
determining how to achieve them, and defining objectives and outcomes.
 Point Objective of Education

The objectives of education include:

 Developing the mind and self
 Developing intellectual capability
 Developing moral judgment
 Developing aesthetic judgment
 Developing self-realization
 Developing individual freedom
 Developing individual responsibility
 Developing self-control
Other objectives of education include:
 Developing critical and creative thinking
 Developing effective communication
 Developing personal and social responsibility
 Appreciating diversity
 Developing innate potentialities
 Socializing and unifying people
 Fulfilling society's human resource needs
 Helping individuals acquire quality personality traits
Education can also help children discover cognitive and problem-solving
skills. It can build confidence and motivation, and help children differentiate
between right and wrong.
 What are the 10 aims of education?
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Some other aims of education include:


Social aim
Education should help people lead productive lives in society

Vocational aim
Education should help people earn a living

Cultural aim
Education has a cultural aim
 Moral aim
Education should help people develop moral judgment
 Knowledge aim
Education should help people develop knowledge and understanding
 Individual aim
Education should help people develop individual freedom and responsibility


Social equality
Education should provide equal opportunities to everyone
Some other aims of education include:
Spiritual aim, Intellectual aim, Democracy, International understanding,
Transparency, Good governance, Stability, Fighting corruption.
 What are specific objectives in education?

Specific objectives are statements that describe the results of a

learning experience. They are also known as learning
outcomes. Specific objectives are a key part of curriculum
design. They are:
 Smaller actionable goals
 Focused
 Build on each other
 Logically connected
 Measurable
 Observable
 Clear
 Specific
 Contain specific action verbs
Specific objectives break down a general objective into smaller parts. They
describe what the learner will be able to do or know as a result of the
learning experience. They should also help instructors evaluate how well
students achieve the desired learning.
 What are the objectives of B. Ed.?
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The objectives of a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) program include:
 Teaching skills: Developing teaching skills for effective instructional and institutional
management
 Instructional strategies: Identifying and implementing instructional strategies in different
teaching-learning situations
 Teacher training: Training student teachers to achieve excellence on academic, social,
mental, physical, moral, and cultural fronts
 Teaching techniques: Adopting modern techniques for teaching skill development
 Teacher understanding: Developing an understanding of the psychology of their pupils
 Teacher ethics: Understanding the ethics of assisting and participating in the
organization
 Teacher problems: Exploring problems faced by teachers in assessment
 Teacher competencies: Developing ten key competencies as identified by National
Council of Teacher Education (NCTE)
 Teacher curriculum: Analyzing curriculum and selecting appropriate teaching
strategies according to their needs
 Objective of Legal Education

Legal education aims to provide students with the knowledge, skills,

and values needed to practice law. Some objectives of legal
education include:
 Analyzing and applying legal principles
 Providing quality law education
 Developing lawyering skills
 Advancing social justice
 Promoting equality before the law
Other objectives include:
 Training legal professionals
 Developing a center for scholars to contribute to the law
 Providing experience in applying laws
 Developing professional skills
 Providing exposure to handle cases independently
Some recommendations for legal education include:
 Revising examination systems
 Developing evaluation methods that test critical reasoning
 Encouraging analytical, writing, and communication skills
 What is the object and importance of legal literacy?
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Legal literacy, also known as legal awareness or public legal education, aims
to empower people with knowledge about the law. The goal is to create a
community of informed citizens who can make informed decisions,
participate in democracy, and fight for justice.
Legal literacy can help people:
 Realize basic human rights
 Understand their rights
 Participate in the formation of laws
 Demand justice
 Demand accountability
 Demand effective remedies
 Fight injustices
 Live a dignified life
 Enjoy equality before the law
Legal literacy can be important for people of all ages. It can help people in
marginalized or underprivileged groups fight injustices.
What is the origin of legal education?
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The origin of legal education in India can be traced back to the Vedic era.
During this time, the concept of Dharma was the source of legal
structure. However, there was no formal legal education. Instead, kings and
rulers adjudicated matters based on their own sense of justice.
Formal legal education in India began in 1855. The goal was to prepare
students to help the lower and high courts by becoming judicial officers or
enrolling as Vakils.
The history of the legal profession in India can be traced back to 1672, when
Governor Aungier established the first British Court in Bombay. The East
India Company introduced the British system of judicial courts in 1600.
Neelakanta Ramakrishna Madhava Menon is considered the father of
modern legal education in India. He was a lawyer, legal educator, and Indian
civil servant. He founded the National Law Universities system.
What is the problem method of teaching in legal education?
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 Introduction
According to a legendary proverb “A man without education is a
strange animal.”
According to an old Indian proverb, a man without education is a beast
without its horns or tail. The proverb also states that an uneducated man is a
burden on earth and a parasite on society.
Here are some other proverbs about education:
 A man without education is like an animal without a tail
 Without education a man is like an animal without five senses
 When an animal is educated, it becomes domestic
 A man without education is like a bird without wings
Education can build character, strengthen the mind, and expand intellect.
 Why is man the only animal which can be educated?
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Humans have some advantages over other animals:
 Brain size: Humans have large brains relative to their body size.
 Intelligence: Humans have a higher level of intelligence than other animals.
 Communication: Humans can communicate using language, which is more complex
than other animals' communication methods.
 Dexterity: Humans have high finger dexterity, which allows them to make complex
tools.
Humans can also:
 Think analytically
 Solve problems
 Learn from experiences
 Experiment with nature
 Plan and cooperate
 Innovate new techniques
 Share information
 What is the quote about humans being animals?
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Here are some quotes about humans and animals:
 "The difference between animals and humans is that animals change themselves for
the environment, but humans change the environment for themselves".
 "Love of animals is a universal impulse, a common ground on which all of us may
meet. By loving and understanding animals, perhaps we humans shall come to
understand each other".
 "We must remember that our actions towards animals reflect our humanity. It is our
responsibility to be compassionate and kind".
 "We don't own the planet Earth, we belong to it. And we must share it with our wildlife".
 "The purpose of human life is to serve, and to show compassion and the will to help
others".
 "The greatness of humanity is not in being human, but in being humane".
 "He who is cruel to animals becomes hard also in his dealings with men. We can judge
the heart of a man by his treatment of animals".
 Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, also known as Baba Saheb Ambedkar,
believed that education was the only way to enlighten people. He
thought that education could:
 Make people fearless
 Teach unity
 Make people understand their rights
 Encourage people to fight for justice
 Process social change
Ambedkar's vision for education in India included:
 Teaching citizens about human dignity and justice
 Making people aware of human rights
 Encouraging the oppressed to fight for an end to exploitation
Here are some of Ambedkar's quotes on education:
 "The purpose of education is to moralize and socialize the people"
 "The progress of any society depends on the progress of education in that society"
 "Knowledge is the basis of human life"
 "Educate boys and girls, do not involve them in traditional business activities"
Ambedkar was an economist, professor, and lawyer. He earned nine
degrees, including a PhD, LLD, and D. Litt. He was also a scholar in law,
economics, and political science.
 What is the qualification of Dr. BR Ambedkar?
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Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar's educational qualifications include:
 Elementary education: 1902 in Satara, Maharashtra
 Matriculation: 1907 from Elphinstone High School in Bombay
 Inter: 1909 from Elphinstone College in Bombay
 B.A.: 1912 from Elphinstone College in Bombay
 M.A.: 1915 from the Faculty of Political Science
 Ph.D.: 1917 from the Faculty of Political Science
 M.Sc.: 1921
 Barrister-at-Law: 1920
 D.Sc.: 1923 from the London School of Economics
 PhD in Economics: 1927 from Columbia University
 Honorary degree: 1952
Ambedkar also knew several European and Indian languages, including
Sanskrit.
 Which educational institutions did Ambedkar establish?
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Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar established several educational institutions:
 Bahishkrit Hitakarini Sabha: A central institution established in 1924 to promote education,
welfare, and socio-economic
 Depressed Classes Educational Society: Established in 1928
 Lok Shaikshik Samaj: Established in 1945 to provide higher education to backward classes
 People's Education Society: Established in 1945 in Bombay and Aurangabad to educate Dalit
students
 Siddharth College of Arts and Science: Established in 1946 under the People's Education
Society
Ambedkar also established other schools for untouchables and women, including Milind
College.
 Dr. B.R. Ambedkar believed that education is a basic need, along with food,
clothing, shelter, and health.
He thought that education was a movement that could inspire people to
struggle for their rights.
He also believed that education could help oppressed people advance in
society and gain social status, economic growth, and political independence.
Here are some of Ambedkar's views on education:
 Education as a tool for social justice
Ambedkar believed that education could help people fight for justice and end exploitation. He also
thought that education could help people gain social status, economic growth, and political
independence.
 Education as a tool for liberation
Ambedkar believed that education could help people liberate themselves from oppressive structures
of Hindu caste-patriarchy.
 Education as a tool for social progress
Ambedkar believed that education could help people create a just and equal society.
Ambedkar's slogan was "Educate, Agitate, and Organize". He dedicated his
life to the upliftment of depressed people.
 Here are some Sanskrit proverbs and quotes about education:
 Vidya Dadati Vinayam: This verse translates to "Education gives humility, from humility
one attains character".
 Vidya dhanam sarvadhan pradhanam: This quote translates to "Knowledge is the
greatest wealth".
 Samaye saadhu yuktah syaat: This quote translates to "One should be disciplined and
punctual".
 Satyam vada, dharmam chara: This quote translates to "Speak the truth, practice
righteousness".
 पादं सब्रह्मचारिभिः पादं कालक्रमेण च: This proverb translates to "A quarter of one's
knowledge or learning is received from the teacher, a quarter from the student's own
ability, a quarter from fellow students, a quarter from experience".
Here are some other Sanskrit quotes:
 Udyamena hi siddhayānti kāryāṇi na manorathaiḥ
This quote translates to "A goal is achieved through labor, not by desire".
 विद्याधनं सर्वधनप्रधानम्
This quote translates to "Nobility is the ornament of greatness; restraint over speech, of courage;
Calmness, of knowledge; obedience, of learning".
What are the Sanskrit proverbs about knowledge?
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 What is the Sanskrit word for education?
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The Sanskrit word for education is shikshana. Shiksha (Sanskrit: शिक्षा, IAST
and ISO: śikṣā) means "instruction, lesson, learning, study of skill". It comes
from the Sanskrit verbal root shas which means "to discipline", "to control",
"to instruct", and "to teach".
Other Sanskrit words related to education include:
 Vidya: Means "education". It comes from the Sanskrit verbal root vid which means "to
know".
 Adhyayana: Means "learning", "reading", or "studying". It's made up of three
components: adhi, ay, and ana.
 Kaumāraprabhṛtyaka: Means "rearing and education of children".
 Śikṣuka: Means "one who studies".
 Ācārya: Means "teacher".
 Guru: Means "teacher".
 Brahmachaari: Means "student".
 What are the best Sanskrit quotes on Guru?
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Here are some Sanskrit quotes about Guru:
 Guru Namah: This quote symbolizes respect, prayer, and salutations to a teacher.
 Guru Brahma, Gurur Vishnu, Gurur Devo Maheshwarah: This quote means "Guru is
verily the representative of".
 Guru Saakshat Param Brahma Tasmai Sri Gurave Namahah: This quote symbolizes
respect, prayer, and salutations to a teacher.
Other Sanskrit quotes about Guru include:
 Akhaṇḍamaṇḍalākāraṁ vyāptaṁ yena carācaram
 Trailokya Sacharaa Charam TatPadam Darshitam Yena Tasmai Sri Gurave Namaha
 Chinmayam Vyaapi Yatsarvam
Subject Explanation
Introduction of Legal Education in India
The concept of dharma in the Vedic period can be seen as the concept of
legal education in India.
In the Vedic era, dharma was the source of legal structure. Legal education
was self-acquired, with no formal training in law.
Kings and rulers adjudicated matters based on their own notion of justice.
In early Vedic texts, dharma is described as laws that bring order to a
universe that would otherwise be in chaos. The symbol of dharma in
Hinduism is known as the Dharmachakra or Dharma Wheel.
The legal guardians of law in the Vedic age were Smrithikaras and
Nibhandakaras, who interpreted the Vedas. The nature of law in the Vedic
ages was described as Rta for universal order and harmony.
What was the legal system in the Vedic period?
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The legal system in the Vedic period included:
Legal procedures, Case filing, Trials, Verdicts, Judges, Village councils,
Government officials, Three systems of substantive law.
The three systems of substantive law were: Dharma-shastra, Arth-shastra,
Custom.
The legal procedures in the Vedic period included: Vyavahāra, Purvapaksha,
Uttar, Kriya, Nirnaya.
The Vedic period had a hierarchy of judges. Village councils handled basic
civil and criminal matters in villages. In cities and districts, government
officials under the King's power to execute justice oversaw the courts.
What is the concept of law in Vedas?
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The concept of law in the Vedas is Ṛta, which means universal order and
harmony. Ṛta is a divine law that makes everything in the universe behave
as it should. It's also an ecological principle that sustains the balance and
interrelationship of all life.
The main aim of the law in the Vedic period was to preserve dharma, which
means righteousness and duty. Dharma includes both legal duties and
religious duties. It's a time immemorial concept that originates from the
Vedas.
Is dharma the concept of justice?
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In the Vedic period, dharma was considered to be justice and
obligation. Ancient Hindu texts often used the terms dharma, law, justice, and
religion interchangeably. Dharma is also a rule of life that deals with a
person's virtuous conduct, duties, and relationship with religion.
Dharma is preventative in nature, establishing a code of righteous behavior
that stops a person from breaking the rules. The ultimate aim of dharma is
the welfare of society.
 Legal education in India started in 1855. The purpose of legal education was
to prepare students to help lower and high courts by becoming judicial
officers or enrolling as Vakils.
In 1885, Justice Muthuswamy Iyer called for the establishment of formal
colleges to teach legal education using scientific methods. This was a
significant year for legal education and research in India. Allahabad
University was established in 1885.
The Constitution of India established the responsibility of providing legal
education. The Advocates' Act of 1961 created uniformity in the legal
system.
Neelakanta Ramakrishna Madhava Menon, an Indian lawyer, civil servant,
and legal educator, is considered the father of modern legal education in
India. He founded the National Law Universities system.
Legal education aims to teach students to:
 Think critically about legal issues
 Consider the implications of different legal decisions
 Conduct themselves ethically as lawyers
 What is the legal education system in India?
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In India, legal education is offered by traditional universities, specialized law
universities, and schools. It's only available after completing an
undergraduate degree or as an integrated degree.
The Bar Council of India (BCI) regulates legal education in India. The BCI is
a statutory body established under the Advocates Act of 1961. Any institution
that offers legal education in India must be approved by the BCI.
The BCI introduced two types of legal education:
 Three-year graduate degree: This is a unitary degree that's completed after a
Bachelor's degree.
 Five-year law course: This is a double degree that's completed after 12th standard.
The primary goal of legal education is to produce lawyers with a social
conscience.
 Who is the father of Indian modern legal education?
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Dr. Neelakanta Ramakrishna Madhava Menon is known as the father of
modern legal education in India. He was an academician and lawyer who
made many contributions to the field of law.
Menon's achievements include:
 Establishing the National Law Schools
 Conceptualizing the five-year integrated LLB program
 Establishing the Menon Institute of Legal Advocacy Training
In 2003, Menon was awarded the Padma Shri for his contributions to the
modern legal education system. He passed away in Thiruvananthapuram,
Kerala on May 8, 2019.
When did an LLB course start in India?
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The first law degree in India was offered in 1987 as a three-year
program. This program was granted under the Advocate Act of 1961.
The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) launched India's first
five-year integrated BA LLB (Hons) program in 1988.
LLB stands for Legum Baccalaureus, which is a three-year undergraduate
law degree. The course is divided into six semesters and is offered at various
law colleges in India. The BCI regulates the LLB course.
Students can pursue LLB after completing their bachelor's degree in any
subject. Students from any stream (Science/Commerce/Arts) can pursue
LLB.
 Yes, the legal system in India caters to the needs of new brand
consumers, foreign companies, and collaborators. Globalization has
led to significant changes in India's legal framework, including:
 Economic laws
 International trade law
 Intellectual property law
 Human rights law
Globalization has also led to the growth of legal outsourcing, which has
boosted the economy. It has also allowed in-house attorneys to collaborate
with international firms.
India has been working to liberalize its legal services sector, which will allow
foreign law firms and lawyers to operate in India.
 Why are legal education and the legal profession important in India?

Legal education is important in India because it:

 Promotes equality
Legal education provides the knowledge and skills to navigate the legal system, which helps ensure
equal access to justice.
 Creates law-abiding citizens
Legal education teaches human values and rights, which creates law-abiding citizens.
 Helps society
Legal education imparts general and cultural education to law students, which makes them good law-
abiding citizens.
 Helps the legal services sector
Legal education is essential for the growth of the legal services sector in India.
The legal profession is important in India because it:
 Provides representation to individuals and businesses
 Enforces laws
 Administers justice
 What are the agencies of legal education in India?
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The main agencies that regulate legal education in India are:
 Bar Council of India (BCI)
A statutory body that promotes legal education and sets standards. The BCI also approves
institutions that provide legal education.
 University Grants Commission (UGC)
Works with universities and other bodies to maintain and improve legal education standards.
 Universities
The universities themselves play a prominent role in regulating legal education.
Other agencies that regulate legal education in India include:
 The Government
 University authorities
 Affiliating universities
 Private governing bodies of law colleges
 How can we improve legal education in India?

Here are some ways to improve legal education in India:

 Focus on practicality
Legal classes should emphasize practical learning over theoretical study.
 Encourage students to uphold the Constitution
Legal education should encourage students to uphold the values of the Constitution of India.
 Provide free legal aid
Legal education institutions should have a free legal aid center on campus.
 Update teaching methods
Law schools should adopt a more modern approach to teaching that emphasizes practical training
and exposure to the legal profession.
 Invest in faculty
Law schools should invest in their faculty's training, research, and development.
 Integrate topics
A national course module should integrate topics such as reforms in the justice delivery system,
clinical legal education, practitioner's workshops, legal writing, and alternative dispute resolution.
Importance of Legal Education
 Lacunae in Present Legal Education

Some lacunae in the current legal education system in India include:

 Infrastructure:
o Overcrowded classrooms

o Insufficient libraries

o Lack of access to advanced technology

 Affiliation:
o Law institutions are affiliated to general universities
 Training:
o Law colleges fail to train students to be expert learners
Other lacunae include:
 There is no separate law university in all the states to govern the educational
institutions
 The use of technology to make PowerPoint presentations, animations, use videos, and
short films to teach
 What are the challenges of legal education?
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Other challenges of legal education include:
 Research and learning
Faculty should encourage students to conduct research and write persuasive memos on projects.
 Globalization
Globalization and liberalization have changed the socioeconomic dimensions of law.
 Teaching practical skills
There is a lack of emphasis on teaching practical skills, such as drafting, negotiation, and advocacy.
 Accessibility and inclusivity
A large number of students from rural and economically disadvantaged backgrounds struggle to
access quality legal.
 Artificial intelligence
The introduction of artificial intelligence in education will change the landscape of legal education.
Other challenges include:
 Good faculty and teaching techniques
 The motivation of students and the entrance examination
 Outdated curricula and syllabi
 Medium of instruction
 Drastic differences among law colleges
 Which law degree is the best in India?
The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) in Bangalore has been
ranked as the best law college in India by the NIRF ranking. It has been
ranked first in the country for the sixth time in a row.
The highest degree in law in India is a Doctorate (PhD) in Law. Other law
degrees include:
 LLB: A three-year degree program for candidates who have completed their graduation
 LLM: A degree for teaching or research
 BBA LLB or MBL: A degree for corporate or business law
 BA LLB: A degree for litigation or criminal law
 BCom LLB: A degree for corporate law

Some popular law specializations include:

Corporate law, Criminal law, Human rights law, Tax law, Cyber law,
Patent law, Commercial law, Litigation, Family law.
 What are the problems faced by law students in India?
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Law students in India face many challenges, including:
 Academic demands: Law students must memorize cases, pass exams, and study legal
maxims. They may also have to read 60–100 pages of case material for each class.
 Competition: Law students are very competitive.
 Workload: Law students may have to balance theoretical knowledge with practical
experience.
 Moot court experience: Some students may have restrictions on their participation in
moot courts.
 Living away from home: Law students may have to leave their family, friends, and
familiar surroundings for five years.
Other challenges include:
 The high cost of legal education
 The lack of access to justice
 The need for specialization
 The focus on social justice
 Legal Profession – A Noble Profession

The legal profession is considered a noble profession because lawyers are

responsible for upholding the integrity and morality of society. Lawyers are
also tasked with ensuring justice is served.
Here are some reasons why the legal profession is considered noble:
 Uphold the law: Lawyers are responsible for upholding and protecting the law.
 Serve society: Lawyers are service-oriented professionals who aim to serve society.
 Good causes: Lawyers often work for good causes that benefit the common people.
 Ethical standards: Lawyers are trained to maintain ethical standards.

Lawyers have the power to shape society, bring about major

changes, and hold powerful positions in government. They can
influence top policymakers, tycoons, businessmen, and leaders.

The history of the legal profession in India can be traced back to

1672 when Governor Aungier established the First British Court in
Bombay.
Is lawyer a powerful profession?
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Lawyers are considered to be one of the most powerful and respected
professions in the country. They have the power to shape society, bring
about major changes, and hold powerful positions in government. They can
also play an essential role in shaping public policy, advocating for social
justice, and helping those in need.
Lawyers can earn good perks and respect from their clients. The pay in this
field depends primarily on your experience. Tier I law firms pay 10-17 lakhs
per annum for a fresh graduate.
Lawyers also have many responsibilities.
They practice general cases and represent their clients in both civil and
criminal cases. They provide legal advice to their clients and give them
solutions. They also prepare all the legalities and finally, appear in the court
on the behalf of their client.
Why is advocacy a noble profession?

Advocacy is a noble profession because it involves representing and

defending the rights and interests of others. Advocates are service-oriented
professionals who are not expressing their own opinions. They are
considered officers of the court and are required to uphold the dignity and
decorum of the court.

Advocacy can also bring about positive change and create a more equitable
society.
 What is an example of a legal profession?
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The legal profession includes many roles, such as: Judges, Lawyers,
Counsellors, Paralegals, Notaries.
Other legal professions include:
 CILEX lawyers
 Experts in legal education and scholarship
Here are some examples of legal professions:
 Paralegals
Paralegals do more than just assist lawyers or manage cases. They also conduct legal research,
interview clients, draft legal documents, and manage law offices.
 Notaries
Notaries are legal practitioners who specialize in certain legal matters. They play an important role in
the state legislature in countries with a legal order based on Latin civil law.
 CILEX lawyers
CILEX lawyers advise clients, draft contracts, and represent clients in lower courts. They have a
professional qualification that allows them to practice only in their chosen area.
 Ethics in legal profession

Professional ethics are the moral principles and codes that govern a person's
behavior in their professional life. In the legal profession, ethics are important
because lawyers and judges are integral to the workings of the law.
Some areas covered by ethical standards in the legal profession include:
 Independence
 Honesty
 Integrity
 Client care
 Conflict of interest
 Confidentiality
 Dealing with client money
 Fees
Some of the duties that members of the legal profession have include:
 A duty to the court
 A duty to the administration of justice
 A duty to their client
 A duty to their opponent
 A duty to other advocates
The Advocates Act of 1961 is legislation that provides guidelines for the
establishment of Bar Councils and the All-India Bar.
 What are legal and ethical duties?
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Some legal and ethical duties include:
 Duty to the client: Lawyers must act in their client's best interests, and put their
interests before their own.
 Court etiquette: Lawyers must conduct themselves with dignity, courtesy, and respect
towards all parties involved in a case.
 Confidentiality: Lawyers owe a duty of confidence to their clients.
What is the role of the legal profession?
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 What is an ethical dilemma in the legal profession?
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An ethical dilemma is a situation where a person must choose between two
options, neither of which is ethically acceptable. Ethical dilemmas can arise
from conflicting values, interests, and norms. They can also occur when
there are equally compelling reasons for and against a particular course of
action.
Some common ethical dilemmas in the legal profession include:
 Conflicts of interest
 Maintaining client confidentiality
 Balancing zealous advocacy with candor to the court
 Navigating personal relationships with clients
Other examples of ethical dilemmas include: False accounting, Sexual
harassment, Data privacy, Nepotism, Discrimination.
 Duty towards the Court
An advocate has a duty to maintain the dignity and decorum of the
court. They should:
 Act with dignity
 Respect the court
 Not communicate privately with the judge
 Not act illegally against the opposition
 Wear the proper dress code
 Not represent clients who use unfair methods
 Act in the best interests of their clients
 Present their case fearlessly
 Not influence the court's decision by illegal or improper means
An advocate should not appear or argue before a judge who is related to
them. They should also approach the proper authorities to submit a
grievance if they have a serious complaint against a judicial officer.
 What is Section 49 of the Advocates Act 1961?

Section 49 of the Advocates Act, 1961 gives the Bar Council of India
the power to make rules and standards for professional
misconduct. These rules include:
 Advertising and soliciting
 Conditions for practicing as an advocate
 Qualifications and disqualifications for Bar Council membership
Section 49 also includes rules that:
 Prohibit advocates from being full-time employees of any person, firm, corporation, or
government
 Require advocates to act with dignity and self-respect
 Prohibit advocates from influencing court decisions by illegal or improper means
 Allow advocates to wear a black tie instead of bands in courts other than the Supreme
Court, High Court, District Court, Sessions Court, or City Civil Court
What is Section 32 of the Advocates Act?
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Section 32 of the Advocates Act, 1961 gives courts and other authorities the
power to allow non-advocates to appear in specific cases. This means that
anyone who is not an advocate enrolled under the Advocates Act must get
prior permission from the court to argue a case.
Section 32 also gives advocates whose names are on the Roll of Advocates
maintained by a State Bar Council the right to practice in all courts in India.
 What are the rights of a client against his advocate?
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A complaint against an advocate must be in the form of a petition. The
petition must be signed and verified as required by the Code of Civil
Procedure. The complaint can be filed in English, Hindi, or a regional
language.
Some rights of an advocate include:
 Right to take fees: An advocate can take fees from their client for any service they
provide.
 Right to practice: Advocates have the exclusive right to practice law in courts and
tribunals.
 Exemption from arrest: Advocates are exempt from arrest under civil process while
going to, during, or returning from court. However, this exemption does not apply to
arrests for criminal offenses or contempt of court.
 Right to enter any court: Advocates can enter any court and observe proceedings,
even if they are not representing a party in the case.
 Right to meet accused: Advocates can meet their clients who are in jail.
 Advocates Duty towards the Opponents:

An advocate has several duties towards their opponent, including:

 Fairness: Being fair and giving due importance to the opponent
 Honesty: Not misleading the opponent by withholding or concealing facts
 Promises: Fulfilling legitimate promises made to the opponent
 Communication: Not communicating or negotiating with the opponent directly
 Role: Not forgetting that they are assisting the court in administering justice
 What are the rules on an advocate's duty toward the client?
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An advocate's duties to their client include:
 Act in the client's best interests
 Uphold the client's interests
 Defend the client, regardless of personal opinion
 Not compromise the client's position for personal gain
 Not betray the client's trust
 Refuse to represent clients who use unfair or improper means
 Use their own judgment, not blindly follow the client's instructions
 Be dignified in their language
 Be loyal to the principle of upholding the client's interests
Other duties include:
 Accept briefs
 Not withdraw from service
 Not appear in matters where they are a witness
 Make full and frank disclosure to the client
 Not suppress any material evidence
 Refuse to refuse any interest in an actionable claim
 Hold proper accounts
 What is the duty of a lawyer in the face of conflict of interest?
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A lawyer has a duty to represent their client's best interests. A
conflict of interest occurs when a lawyer's personal or professional
interests conflict with their professional duties. This can make it
difficult for a lawyer to fulfill their duties impartially.
Some examples of conflicts of interest for a lawyer include:
 Representing a client who is acting against another one of the lawyer's
clients
 Having a close personal relationship with a party to a legal dispute
 Having a financial interest in the outcome of a case
When a lawyer finds themselves in a conflict of interest, they should:
 Inform the client of their conflicting duties
 Obtain the client's agreement to not perform their full duties of disclosure
 Recuse themselves from their duty to act for the client
Some types of conflicts of interest include:
 Romantic or relational
 Financial
 Competitive
 Confidential
What is conflict between interest and duty of advocates?
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 Advocates Duty towards Fellow Advocates

According to Scribd, an advocate's duties towards their colleagues

include:
 Respect: Respect all colleagues and do not criticize them
 Professionalism: Do not pursue their profession in a competitive or rivalrous manner
 Courtesy: Be courteous to opposing counsel and agree to reasonable requests
regarding court proceedings
 Reporting: Report any professional misconduct by colleagues to the appropriate
authorities
Section IV of Chapter II of Part VI of the Bar Council of India lays down the
provisions about an advocate's duty to their colleagues.
 What is the code of ethics for advocates?
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The Code on Professional Ethics of Lawyers in India includes the
following:
 Dignity: Act in a dignified manner
 Respect: Respect the court
 Communication: Do not communicate in private
 Illegal actions: Refuse to act illegally towards the opposition
 Unfair clients: Refuse to represent clients who insist on unfair means
 Dress code: Appear in proper dress code
 Appearance: Refuse to appear in front of relations
Other ethics for advocates include:
 Not advertising or soliciting work
 Not promoting unauthorized practice of law
 Not directly negotiating with the opposing party without consulting with their client
 Making achievable promises to their client and carrying them out in the correct manner
 What is professional misconduct under Advocates Act?
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Professional misconduct is defined as behavior that is unacceptable and
goes against the code of conduct of an organization. In the legal profession,
professional misconduct is defined as dereliction of duty.
According to the Advocates Act, 1961, professional misconduct includes:
 Disgraceful or dishonorable conduct
 Unsatisfactory professional conduct that is substantial, recurring, or continuing
 Guilty or fraudulent conduct
 Acts that lead to a dispute with the profession
 Acts that make the advocate unfit for the profession
Some examples of professional misconduct include:
 Wrongful or unacceptable behavior
 Unlawful behavior
 Immorality
 Carelessness in the discharge of duty
 An act that is forbidden by law
 Transgression
The Advocates Act, 1961 also punishes lawyers for other misconduct, which
is misconduct not directly connected with the legal profession.
The Law Commission of India's 184th Report (2002) highlights that
legal education has undergone revolutionary changes due to
developments in:
Information, Communication, Transport technologies, Intellectual property,
Corporate law, Cyber law, Human rights, ADR, International.
The report is the result of the second part of a project titled "A Study to
Create Evidence-Based Proposals for Reform of Legal Education in
India". The project was sponsored by the Department of Justice, Ministry of
Law and Justice, Government of India.
The report also includes a draft Minors' Contracts Bill.
 Summary of the 184th Law Commission report
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The 184th Report also includes proposals for amendments to the Advocates
Act, 1961 and the University Grants Commission Act, 1956. The report also
recommends that the composition of the Legal Education Committee be
changed to include people with specialized knowledge in the education
sector.
The report also discusses the following inhibitors to the quality of legal
education in India:
 The Advocates Act, 1961 does not define "standards of legal education"
 The Bar Council of India cannot be required to consult all universities
The Law Commission's main function is to review existing laws and conduct
legal research to bring about reforms.
 What are the objectives of legal education?
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Legal education has multiple objectives in a developing democratic
country like India. Some of these objectives are:
 Prepare students for the legal profession
 Provide students with the knowledge and skills to practice law and pass the bar exam
 Increase opportunities and social mobility
 Promote legal awareness in society
 Promote social justice
Other objectives include:
 Fostering professional ethics
 Developing lawyering skills
 Providing competent client representation
 Gaining insight into the law and legal system
 Promoting cultural competency
 Developing the practical application of law
 Providing experience and exposure to handle cases independently
 What do you mean by legal education?
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Legal education is the training of lawyers before they enter the legal
profession. It includes the education of individuals in the principles, practices,
and theory of law.

Legal education can also refer to the training of lawyers who are already
admitted to practice. This training maintains or enhances their competence
as lawyers.
Legal education in India is offered at different levels by traditional universities
and specialized law universities and schools. It is only offered after
completion of an undergraduate degree or as an integrated degree.
Legal education includes:
 The profession practiced in courts
 Law teaching
 Law research
 Administration in different branches where law plays a role
 Commercial and industrial employments
 All other activities which postulate and require the use of legal knowledge and skill
Legal education keeps students informed about contemporary socio-
economic and cultural issues through the case analysis method. This
encourages critical thinking and research skills.
Questions for self Learning /Exercise
1. Discuss how and why Legal Education was Introduced in India
2. Write an essay on Importance of Legal Education
3. Explain why Legal Profession is a Noble Profession?
4. What are Ethics a person has to follow while being in legal
profession?
5. What according to you are Challenges to Legal Profession?
Let us sum up
 Glossary

Dharma has multiple meanings:

 Hinduism
Dharma is a combination of morality and spiritual discipline that guides one's life. It can be translated
as "religion," "law," "order," "duty," or "ethics". It's a combination of morality and spiritual discipline
that guides one's life. Dharma includes the practice of religious disciplines and duties, such as
honesty, brahmacharya, and non-violence.
 Buddhism
Dharma is a term of wide import in Buddhism. It refers to Buddhist teachings.
 Hindu myth
Dharma is the god of wisdom and holiness.
 Object's purpose
Dharma can also describe the purpose of an object. For example, the nature of fire is to burn, as well
as give off heat and light.
Is dharma in Hinduism?
 Does dharma mean karma?
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In Hinduism, dharma and karma are related. Dharma is the duty that an
individual is called to fulfill. Karma is the extent to which an individual abides
by dharma.
Karma is the result of past, present, and future actions. Dharma is the moral
code of living.
In Hinduism, dharma is the religious and moral law that governs individual
conduct. It includes duties, rights, laws, conduct, virtues, and the "right way
of living". Dharma is also described as laws that bring order to a universe that
would otherwise be in chaos.
There are three different types of karma:
 Prarabdha: Experienced through the present body
 Sanchita: The sum of one's past karmas
 Agami: The result of current decisions and actions
 What are the four Hindu Dharma?
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In Hinduism, the four pillars of life are:
 Dharma: Righteousness and moral values
 Artha: Prosperity and economic values
 Kama: Pleasure, love, and psychological values
 Moksha: Liberation and spiritual values
These four pillars, also known as puruṣārthas, provide Hindus with the
opportunity to lead a good life by acting morally and ethically.
There are also four stages of life in Hinduism, known as āsramas:
 Brahmacharya: Student
 Gṛhastha: Householder
 Vanaprastha: Forest walker or dweller
 Sannyasa: Renouncer
The Varna system in Hinduism divides society into four classes: Brahmins,
Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, Shudras.
Those who fall outside of this system are considered outcastes or
untouchables.
 Professional ethics are a set of principles that guide a person's behavior in a
business environment. They include values, guiding principles, and accepted
standards of personal and business behavior. Professional ethics help
professionals adhere to certain standards of behavior, which are essential for
building trust and maintaining the integrity of their profession.
Professional ethics can include:
 Honesty
 Integrity
 Truthfulness
 Straightforwardness
 Absence of lying, cheating, or theft
Professional organizations establish codes of professional ethics to help
guide members in performing their job functions according to sound and
consistent ethical principles. For example, in the legal profession, a lawyer
must obey to professional codes for fair dealing with the client.
What are the 7 principles of professional ethics?
Here are some principles of professional ethics:
Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Compassion, Courage, Wisdom,
Trustworthiness, Conscientiousness.
Other principles of professional ethics include:
Honesty, Data confidentiality, Professional behavior, Professional skills and
added value, Social respect, Environmental care, Transparency,
Accountability, Objectivity, Loyalty.
What are the five basic professional ethics?
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The five basic principles of professional ethics for accountants are: Integrity,
Objectivity, Professional competence and due care, Confidentiality,
Professional behavior.
The five fundamental principles of ethics are: Integrity, Objectivity,
Professional competence and due care, Confidentiality, Professional
behavior.
The five ethical principles for student life professionals are: Autonomy,
Prevent harm, Do good, Justice, Fidelity.
The five ethical principles for ethical leaders are: Respect, Service, Honesty,
Justice, Community.
What are the 12 codes of ethics?
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The 12 fundamental principles of ethics are:
Honesty, Integrity, Trustworthiness, Loyalty, Fairness, Empathy, Respect,
Compliance, Objectivity, Professional competence and due care,
Confidentiality, Professional behavior.
The International Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (IFAC)
establishes the standard of behavior for accountants. The code includes the
following principles: Integrity, Objectivity, Professional competence and due
care, Confidentiality, Professional behavior.
The code provides a framework for members to identify, evaluate, and
address threats to compliance with the fundamental principles. These threats
include: Self-interest, Self-review, Advocacy, Familiarity, Intimidation.