Can Lawyers Change the World?

“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere” – Martin Luther King 

 

Judges play an important and priceless role in society. The foundation of the legal system is made up of judges as the bench and solicitors as the bar. Advocates are acknowledged by the law as court officers who are essential to the administration of justice. It is crucial for students who want to pursue this honourable career to comprehend the importance of a legal education programme, particularly one that equips them to make a significant contribution to the administration and regulation of justice. 

 

The Presidency School of Law at Presidency University provides students with a thorough and immersive legal education that gives them the knowledge and real-world experience they need to support the principles of justice and law and serve society. 

 

The fundamental values of equality, freedom, and dignity are reflected in the triangle of the right to life, which is based on Articles 14, 19, and 21 of the Indian Constitution. The judiciary has strengthened these rights as essential to all citizens by broadening their interpretation over time. In the history of judicial activism, the Supreme Court of India has rendered significant rulings, especially in the areas of privacy and individual dignity. 

 

Aspiring attorneys can find motivation from distinguished senior advocates such as Mr. Kapil Sibal, Mr. Abhishek Manu Singhvi, Mr. Sidharth Luthra, Mr. Tushar Mehta (Solicitor General of India), and Mr. Venkata Ramani (Advocate General). Their work serves as a roadmap for recent graduates as they enter the legal field. 

 

Throughout history, a number of freedom fighters have practised law in addition to fighting for independence, justice, liberty, and human dignity. With their insight and leadership, notable individuals like the late Shri Pranab Mukherjee, a lawyer and economist who also served as President of India, and the Hon'ble former President Shri Ram Nath Kovind, a renowned lawyer, have left a lasting impact. 

 

By persuasively persuading courts and advancing public interest litigation in their own special ways, legal luminaries like Mr. M.C. Mehta, a well-known environmental advocate, and Indira Jaising, a former Additional Solicitor General and social activist, have permanently altered India's legal landscape. 

 

Students are encouraged to follow in the footsteps of these trailblazers at Presidency School of Law, guided by professional ethics, values, and a profound comprehension of the role that the law plays in society. Law students must view their education as a calling to become advocates, advisors, corporate managers, philosophers, and change makers in this era of reason and science, as the need for qualified legal professionals expands globally. 

 

Begin your path to a life of leadership, justice, and purpose in the legal field by enrolling at Presidency University. 

 

 

Written by,  

Dr. Mohd Saleem 

Associate Professor 

Presidency School of Law