Passion for Justice
Many individuals are drawn to law because they have a strong sense of justice and a desire to make a positive impact on society. They may be motivated to advocate for those who are marginalized or disadvantaged and see the law as a tool for promoting fairness and equality.
Intellectual Challenge
Law is a complex and intellectually stimulating field that requires analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the ability to understand and apply legal principles. For those who enjoy engaging in rigorous debate and analysis, law can be a rewarding career choice.
Advocacy and Public Service
Lawyers have the opportunity to represent clients in various legal matters, including criminal defence, civil litigation, family law, and more. Many are motivated by the chance to advocate on behalf of others and make a meaningful impact on their lives.
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Diverse Career Opportunities
A law degree opens doors to a wide range of career paths beyond traditional legal practice. Graduates can pursue roles in government, academia, corporate law, non-profit organizations, and the judiciary, among others.
Financial Stability
While not the sole motivator for everyone, the potential for financial stability and career advancement is certainly a factor for some individuals considering a career in law. Lawyers often command competitive salaries, especially in certain practice areas or in prestigious law firms.
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Influence and Impact
Lawyers have the ability to shape laws, policies, and institutions that govern society. Many are motivated by the opportunity to influence public policy, contribute to legislative reforms, and drive social change.
Prestige and Respect
The legal profession is often associated with prestige, respect, and social status. For some individuals, the opportunity to be recognized as a knowledgeable and respected authority in their field is a compelling reason to pursue a career in law.
What Career Paths do I have in Law?
Where can I Study Law?
National Law Universities (NLUs) are some of the best public law institutes for law in India, and hence, the top choices of every law aspirant. NLUs are islands of excellence created under State Statutes with Chief Justice of India or Chief Justice of respective High Court as Chancellor.
National Law Universities (NLUs) in India
National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru
NLSIU was the first National Law University established in India in 1986. The premier law school was set up with a mission to pioneer legal education reforms, and to anchor the transformation of the Indian legal system through research and policy interventions
Total Seats: Approximately 300
National Academy of Legal Studies and Reasearch (NALSAR), Hyderabad
NALSAR University was established by an Act of the Andhra Pradesh State Legislature in 1998, which was subsequently amended in 2005 and 2010. Its vision is to provide quality legal education that underlines constitutionalism, rule of law and justice, with a particular focus on social justice to the marginalized communities
Total Seats: Approximately 132
West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences (NUJS), Kolkata
NUJS was established under the WBNUJS Act, 1999 (West Bengal Act IX of 1999) adopted by the West Bengal Legislature in July, 1999. The University was notified under Clause (f) of Section 2 of the UGC Act, 1956 in August 2004 and has been granted permanent affiliation by the Bar Council of India in July 2005. Total Seats: Approx 132
Total Seats: Approximately 300
National Law University (NLU), Jodhpur
NLUJ is one of India's leading Law Schools situated at the vibrant and colourful city of Jodhpur, Rajasthan. NLUJ has constantly been ranked as one of the top law schools in India. Since its establishment in 1999, NLUJ has endeavoured to produce exceptional lawyers and legal scholars aimed at pushing and challenging the existing boundaries of knowledge.
Total Seats: Approximately 300
Gujarat National Law University (GNLU), Gandhinagar
GNLU is the statutory university established by the Govt. of Gujarat under the Gujarat National Law University Act, 2003 . The University is recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI) and the University Grants Commission (UGC) (2f & 12B). The University is also a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI)
Total Seats: Approx 204
National Law Institute University (NLIU), Bhopal
NLIU, was established by the Rashtriya Vidhi Sansthan Vishwavidyalaya Adhiniyam, by an Act No. 41 of 1997 enacted by the Madhya Pradesh State Legislature. NLIU is recognized by the University Grants Commission and the Bar Council of India
Total Seats: Approx 202
How can I get Admission into an NLU?
To get admitted to undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programmes offered by 24 National Law Universities in India, an aspirant must appear for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT).
CLAT is a national level entrance exam organized by the Consortium of National Law Universities. Several affiliate universities and organisations also use the CLAT exam for admissions and recruitment respectively.
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Is CLAT the Only Entrance Exam for Law Schools?
Other than CLAT, there is Law School Admission Test India (LSAT – India) that provides admission into 30+ law schools of India.
Certain Universities and Colleges also conduct individual tests. For instance, All India Law Entrance Test (AILET) for NLU Delhi and Symbiosis Law Admission Test (SLAT) for Symbiosis Law Schools.
Maharashtra conducts the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MH-CET) for admission into 25+ law schools.
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What is the Pattern of CLAT?
| Category | CLAT UG Eligibility | CLAT PG Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Age Restriction | No upper age limit | No upper age limit |
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| Current Students | Eligible, but must provide an official qualifying examination certificate during admission. | Eligible,Students who are in their last Semester of LLB graduation are eligible to take the CLAT PG entrance exam, but they will need to submit documentation of their credentials in order to be admitted. |
| CLAT Exam Features | Five-year LLB |
|---|---|
| Exam duration | 120 Minutes |
| Exam mode | Pen-and-paper mode |
| Total questions | 120 Questions |
| Maximum marks | 120 |
| Type of questions | Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Test language | English |
| Marking scheme | +1 for correct answer -0.25 for incorrect answer |
| Subject | Topics Covered | Number of Questions | Weightage (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Affairs | Contemporary Events of National and International Significance, Art and Culture, International Affairs, Historical Events of significance | 35–39 | 25% |
| English | Passages, Reading, Comprehension, Inference and Conclusion, Summary, Vocabulary etc. | 28-32 | 20% |
| Legal Reasoning | Rules and Passages of Law, Application of the rules and passages, etc | 28-32 | 20% |
| Quantitative Techniques | Basic Algebra, Mensuration, Statistical Estimation, Graphs, Numerical Information, Ratio and Proportion etc. | 13–17 | 10% |
| Logical Reasoning | Argument - Premise and Conclusion,Inference, Relationships and Analogies, Contradictions and Equivalence, etc. | 35–39 | 25% |
Is CLAT Difficult to Crack?
CLAT is a very selective examination as only 5% of students get admissions into NLUs. The CLAT exam emphasizes on comprehension-based questions, where each passage is substantial. This challenges students to understand and swiftly navigate through the content while maintaining accuracy.
Despite all this, an aspirant, with consistent preparation and guidance can get into the top law schools in India.
How can Drishti Judiciary Help me in this Journey?
Expert Faculty
A team of expert faculties under the guidance of Dr. Vikas Divyakirti mentor students through the academic journey with personalised support and insightful instructions.
One-to-One Guidance
We offer personalized guidance thereby, ensuring that each student receives tailored support and attention to maximize their academic and personal growth.
Class Tests
Our class tests are meticulously structured to alleviate the pressure associated with CLAT, by simulating exam conditions and providing targeted feedback. We ensure students are well-equipped to confidently navigate the challenges of CLAT.
Worksheets
We aim to fortify students with the analytical prowess crucial for navigating CLAT questions by providing them with worksheets. These resources are customised to sharpen their critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, ensuring they’re adeptly prepared to tackle the complexities of the exam with confidence.
Monthly Magazines for Legal Current Affairs
The magazines are meant to empower students with up-to-date knowledge through current affairs, judgments etc. The initiative aims to enrich their preparation for the CLAT exam.
Editorial Analysis
A dedicated class for editorial analysis will help in cultivating essential analytical skills. This focussed approach empowers students to dissect complex arguments, discern underlying themes, and articulate coherent responses, thereby equipping the student with the required proficiency.
Learn through Flash Cards
Team Drishti strives to make learning a happy experience. For this purpose, we have introduced flash cards featuring legal maxims, vocabulary etc., to provide summaries, key concepts and most importantly help memorize them for all purposes in the future.
Printed Study Materials
The study materials are prepared by a dedicated team of content writers with a minimal experience of attempting an exam in CLAT, State Judiciary and or UPSC. The faculty team reviews the material to ensure its correlation with the lectures conducted in class.
Dedicated Doubt Resolution
Students get to spend close to 45 minutes daily with the faculty to resolve their doubts and queries that arise in class. Other than this, we also provide support through an academic support team.