RPNLU Prayagraj Holds Orientation For Inaugural Batch Of LL.M. & Ph.D. Programmes

Dr. Rajendra Prasad National Law University, Prayagraj, organized an Orientation Programme for the foundation batch of LL.M. (Public Law) and Ph.D. (Law) scholars.

The Vice Chancellor, Sr. Prof. (Dr.) Usha Tandon, welcomed the guests and the new batch of scholars. In her address, she introduced the University's vision, the academic structure of the courses, and the consultative role of faculty members. She also elaborated on the responsibilities of research scholars and highlighted the significance of values and ethics in the legal profession.

Prof. Anuj Kumar Vaksha, University School of Law and Legal Studies, GGSIP University, in his address, emphasized the significance of research in legal education. He traced the evolution of legal research from prehistoric times to contemporary developments and reflected on the potential impact of artificial intelligence in research, questioning whether it could bring rapid and transformative changes. He further highlighted how India lost its greatest asset 'knowledge' during British colonization, when the intellectual Centre of Knowledge shifted to the West. He noted that India is now reclaiming this heritage through the development of institutions such as National Law Universities (NLUs), and research institutions and the revival of its rich educational system.

Prof. Kshitij Kumar Singh, Campus Law Centre, Delhi University, underscored the importance of research and its multi-dimensional. He urged scholars to engage deeply in research without being constrained by preconceived notions of right or wrong, and to cultivate an analytical approach. Referring to the universal spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, he stressed that research must transcend narrow boundaries and serve the larger good. He further advised scholars to use artificial intelligence judiciously and to pursue knowledge selflessly. At the end, the Shri Satya Prakash, Registrar of RPNLUP, gave the vote of thanks and congratulated the newly admitted research scholars. Dr. Deepak Sharma, Ph.D. Coordinator and Dr. Sonika, LL.M. Coordinator, apprised the scholars about the course structure and program guidelines for the respective courses.