Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University, Indore

About the Department

Department of Legal Studies has been established to impart holistic knowledge of law and mould students to be competent legal professionals, committed to the cause of community development through sustained academic activities and research thereby promoting empowerment through legal education for building ethical society. The College is ground for Judges, Legislators and Public Servants in the making which would form part of the governing system in the future. We endeavour to make them best in whatever constructive they do and polish them into professionals who would make a mark in the legal area.

Key Features

Experienced Faculty: Legal scholars, retired judges, and practicing lawyers.
Legal Aid Clinic: Offers free legal assistance to the community while training students in practical law.
Moot Court Training: Regular moot court sessions and national-level competitions to build advocacy skills.
Internships & Court Visits: Collaborations with law firms, courts, NGOs, and government bodies.
Workshops & Seminars: Regular sessions on legal reforms, emerging laws, and landmark judgments.

FUTURE PERSPECTIVE

Our Vision

We believe in disseminating legal knowledge in a resourceful way with a view to help in the nation’s development–

To evolve and impart comprehensive legal education and to achieve excellence
To make this institution as a premier institution and the best among not only the traditional law colleges, but also among the corporate law colleges.
To produce students who become true legal professionals and who will contribute to the profession, community and the nation as a whole.
To make the students leaders in their chosen profession with a sense of commitment, social responsibility and highest moral fiber.
To combine quality education with necessary input of practical training.
To prepare students for a variety of legal and law related career.

PURPOSE & STRATEGY

Our Mission

To promote advanced studies and research in all branches of law.
To sensitize the students of law regarding the various socio-legal issues of the country.
To achieve excellence in teaching and research in the field of law and other related disciplines.
To inculcate a sense of true professionalism among the students and make them self-reliant.
To inculcate cultural, legal, and ethical values with a view to foster the Rule of Law and the objectives enshrined in the Constitution of India.
To ensure capacity building and character building among the students and scholars.
To help, within the institutional limits, the students coming from different backgrounds to realize their own potential and to enable them to compete with the best in society.
To identify, document, disseminate, and facilitate the protection of knowledge, particularly traditional and indigenous knowledge.
Strong community interaction, professionalism in education, and service.
To have an Alumni Association consisting of eminent alumni to help them and the institution grow together.
To foster a close working relationship between academia, judiciary, legal professionals, and the government for the betterment of society.
To make every effort to establish this institution as socially relevant and professionally competent.

Leadership Desk

Dr. Darvesh Bhandari Principal

Law Department

DEAN/PRINCIPAL MESSAGE

It gives me immense pleasure to welcome you to the Department of

Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam University, an institution committed to the pursuit of excellence in legal education, research, and professional development.

Legal education plays a pivotal role in shaping a just and equitable society. In this era of rapid transformation, it is imperative that our legal institutions not only impart academic excellence but also instill ethical values, critical reasoning, and a profound respect for the rule of law.

At Department of Law, we strive to nurture such individuals—lawyers who will not only interpret the law but will be the architects of social change.

Our college offers a dynamic curriculum that integrates foundational legal education with practical exposure through moot courts, legal aid clinics, internships, and interactive sessions with legal luminaries. We emphasize a holistic learning approach that encourages academic rigor, ethical values, and a commitment to public service.

We are proud of our faculty—highly qualified academicians, legal professionals, and researchers—who bring both depth and diversity to the classroom. Their mentorship extends beyond textbooks to help students develop a nuanced understanding of legal principles and their real-world implications.

As the Principal, my vision is to create a vibrant academic environment where students are inspired to think independently, act responsibly, and lead confidently. Our goal is not just to prepare students for careers in law, but to shape them into responsible citizens who uphold the rule of law and contribute meaningfully to society.

As you step into this vibrant academic community, I encourage you to engage fully with the learning process, explore your potential, and embrace the responsibilities that come with the study of law.

I invite you to explore the opportunities that our department offers and to be a part of our journey toward legal excellence.