ESTD. 1954 CHOTANAGPUR LAW COLLEGE A NAAC Accredited Institution Nyay Vihar Campus, Namkum, Ranchi Established - 1954 Permanent Affiliation by : Ranchi University, Ranchi & The Bar Council of India, New Delhi The Oldest and Prime Institute Imparting Legal Education in the State of Jharkhand Since 1954 ESTD. 1954 PROSPECTUS Chotanagpur Law College Nyay Vihar Campus, Namkum, Tata Road, NH-33, Ranchi, Jharkhand Phone : 0651- 2261050, 2260992 Email : [email protected]• Website : www.cnlawcollege.org /keksZ fo'oL; txr% izfr"BkA yksds /kfeZ"Ba iztk miliZfUrA /kesZ.k ikieiuqnfrA /kesZ loZa izfrf"Bre~A rLek}eZ ijea onfUrA
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CHOTANAGPUR LAW COLLEGEA NAAC Accredited Institution
Barrister S.K. SahayFounder : Chotanagpur Law College
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OUTLINE OF THE COLLEGE
Law is the king of kings;Nothing is superior to Law;
The Law aided by the power of the kingEnables the weak to prevail over the strong.
The Chotanagpur Law College, Ranchi is established in the year 1954 and permanently affiliated body of the Ranchi University, Ranchi and the Bar Council of India. The College is registered under 12B & 2F of the University Grants Commission, New Delhi.
The College is a statutory body which is managed & maintained by the Governing Body as per the Jharkhand State Universities Act, 2000, Statute (32). The college is a statutory body which is managed and maintained by the Governing Body as per the JSU Act 2000, Statute (32). The college has been accredited by NAAC with 2.71 CGP in 4th scale (Grade B).
The detail of Governing Body and Hon’ble MembersS.N. Name of the Member Designation Period1. Sri Chandreshwar Prasad Singh,
Legislative Member, Ranchi.Chairman Ex-Officio
2. S.D.O., Ranchi. Member Ex-Officio
3. University Representative Member For one academic year
4. Sri Lal Muni Sahu, Advocate (Educationist) Member, Secretary For three year
5. Principal Member Ex-Officio
6. Teacher Representative Member For one academic year
7. Donor Member As per Law
• Ex-Officio member changes from time to time.
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Inauguration of new Campus National Seminar
Electronic Library, Computer Room (with internet facility) & Study Room
Auditorium
Inaugural Function of National Seminar
Cultural Programe Study Room
Moot Court Hall
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IntroductionChotanagpur Law College, Ranchi, established in the year 1954 in the heart of Ranchi, it is one of the oldest college imparting legal education in Bihar, at present in Jharkhand and pioneer institution of the Chotanagpur Region. The college was started by the effort of great legal luminaries of Ranchi town of which Late lamented S. K. Sahay, Bar-at-Iaw was the leader. He was also the founder Principal of the College. The college was initially affiliated to Bihar University and thereafter to Ranchi University, Ranchi. The college was shifted to the new premises namely Nyay Vihar Campus in the year 2008 which is situated on NH 33 (Ranchi – Tata Road) and is just 9 k.m. from the center of the city.
The college has played a great role in producing the law graduates who have occupied the post of Justices of Hon’ble Supreme Court, Hon’ble High Courts, District Judges and Judicial Officers in District Courts. The teaching in the College is based on the new syllabus as per instruction of the Bar Council of India. The teaching standard of the College is at par the best legal institutions in the country.
Duration of the 3 years LL.B. ProgrammeThe duration of course is three academic years divided into Six Semesters styled as LL.B. Part-1, Part-2 & Part-3, and also 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th Semesters. To clear Part-I student has to pass University Exam of 1st and 2nd Semesters, to Clear Part-2 student has to pass University exam of 3rd and 4th Semester and to clear LL.B. Part-3 student has to pass 5th and 6th Semesters including aggregate of pass marks in all the previous Semesters. However, a student is not prohibited to take admission in LL.B. Part-2 or Part-3 without passing the University Exam of 1st and 2nd Semesters and/or without passing 3rd and 4th Semesters.
MediumThe medium of instruction and examination is English/Hindi. This has been implemented keeping in mind the convenience and understanding of students who come from different educational background. The college ensures that the students are taught in the language and a medium which is convenient to all of them.
Academic YearThe academic year starts from the month of July and ends in the month of June next year. A student admitted in one session ceases to be the student of the College at the end of session. For each Part student has to take fresh admission. It is not essential for a student to pass University examination to take admission in Part-2 and Part-3. Every year the college publishes its academic calendar which explains all the details regarding academic activities of that session. It is overall on the website of the college.
Eligibility for Admission & Pattern of SelectionMinimum eligibility for admission in 3 years LL.B. course as per the Bar Council of India Rules part IV. A graduate of a recognized university or who passes such academic qualification which is considered equivalent to a graduate degree of a university by the Bar Council of India, New Delhi, is eligible to appear in the Entrance Test for admission in LL.B. Part-1 (Semester System). Appearing candidate in final year examination of graduation may also apply. The programme for the admission test is scheduled to be published by 1st of April, the Entrance Test is scheduled to be conducted by 1st Sunday of July and the result of Entrance Test is scheduled to be published by 3rd week of July and the classes are scheduled to commence from last week of July every year. Syllabus of entrance test is printed on the reverse side of Admit Card. The eligibility score of LSAT is also considered for admission.
Admission Form and Prospectus for LL.B. Part-1 are available in the College Office generally in the first week of April every year. The same may be obtained on payment of Rs. 1000/- only (including the
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entrance test fee) at the office counter during any working day.
The application form duly completed in all respect must reach the College office on or before the last date fixed for that purpose. The form received after the scheduled date will not be considered. The Roll Number of students who have been found qualified for the admission will be notified on the college notice board, local news papers and official website of the college (www.cnlawcollege.org).Students migrating from other Universities are required to produce migration certificate from that university within 60 days after admission. Failure to do so may result in cancellation of admission.
Student belonging to Schedule Tribes, Schedule Castes or Backward Classes (Annex.I & II) must clearly indicate their category in the application form and should be supported with certificate from the competent authority issued by Jharkhand State, otherwise the students concerned will be denied the reservation / concessions available to them. Students belonging to Backward Classes Annex-I must also submit income certificate from the competent authority.
Ragging is strictly prohibited in the college Campus. Any matter regarding it, may be informed to the competent authority or to the Principal. (Ph. N. : 0651-2261050, Anti-Ragging Cell)
Fee StructureThe tuition fee and other annual charges payable at the time of Admission for LLB Part-1 students (1st & 2nd Semesters) in Academic Year 2017-2018 are as follows:
S.N. Item Fee
Description of Fees
1 Admission Fee 900.00
2 Tuition Fee @100/- P.M. 1,200.00
3 Annual Fee 18,500.00
4 Student Welfare Fee (regarding training & internship program) 1,500.00
5 Journal/ Periodical Fee (In House) 500.00
6 Bar Council of India 500.00
7 Promotion of Research Activities Fee (BLS & Moot) 1,700.00
8 Employees Welfare Fee 3,000.00
9 Building Fee 3,000.00
10 Library Fee 1,000.00
11 Common Room Fee 300.00
12 Sports Fee 200.00
13 Caution Money 50.00
14 Miscellaneous Fee 1,500.00
15 Campus Development Fee 1,000.00
Total 34,850.00
Note 1 : Fee may vary from time to time (Subject to the approval of Apex Body.)
Note 2 : As per the direction of Govt. of Jharkhand, Dept. of Tribal Welfare vide letter no. 2953 (ii)/d0 dated 26.09.2013; ST, SC & OBC candidates may claim for refund of Tuition & other fees directly from the concerning department.
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PROCEDURE AND FEE FOR ENTRANCE TESTA CANDIDATE WHO IS INTERESTED IN TAKING ADMISSION FOR LL.B. PART – 1 MUST OBTAIN THE PRESCRIBED APPLICATION FORM AND PROSPECTUS ON THE PAYMENT OF RS. 1000/- BY THE BANK CHALLAN FROM THE OFFICE OF THE COLLEGE. THE E-CHALLAN MAY BE OBTAINED AND E-PAYMENT CAN BE MADE BY THE PAYMENT PORTAL IN THE COLLEGE WEBSITE, (WWW.CNLAWCOLLEGE.ORG). THE COMPLETED APPLICATION FORM WITH REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN THE OFFICE OF COLLEGE ON OR BEFORE THE NOTIFIED DATE CONCERNING ACADEMIC CALENDAR (SESSION WISE)
ATTENDANCEAS PER THE BAR COUNCIL OF INDIA, RULES PART-IV SECTION 12, A CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND AT LEAST 75% OF THE CLASSES TO GET ELIGIBLE TO FILL UP THE FORM FOR THE EXAMINATION IN EACH SEMESTER INCLUDING PRACTICAL PAPERS. STUDENT SELECTED FOR ADMISSION HAVE TO FURNISH AFFIDAVIT AT THE TIME OF ADMISSION ON PRESCRIBED FORMAT PROVIDED WITH THE PROSPECTUS.
COLLEGE / TEACHING HOURSTHE COLLEGE HOUR IS FROM 9:00 A.M. TO 3:00 P.M. THE CLASSES ARE GENERALLY HELD IN THE MORNING FROM 9 A.M. HOWEVER, THE TEACHING HOURS ARE MODIFIED FROM TIME TO TIME AS AND WHEN REQUIRED AND THAT WILL BE NOTIFIED ON THE NOTICE BOARD OF THE COLLEGE.
OFFICE HOURSTHE COLLEGE OFFICE GENERALLY FUNCTIONS IN THE MORNING FROM 10:00 A.M. TO 4:00 P.M. SUSPENSION OF LECTURES ON ANY DAY DOES NOT MEAN THE SUSPENSION OF OFFICE WORK ON THAT DAY.
ACCOMMODATIONAT PRESENT THERE IS NO HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION FOR THE STUDENTS. THE COLLEGE HAS A LIST OF RECOGNIZED HOSTELS IN THE CITY OF RANCHI. STUDENTS WHO ARE INTERESTED FOR ACCOMODATION MAY CONTACT THE OFFICE OF COLLEGE.
LIBRARYTHE COLLEGE HAS A RICH LIBRARY CONTAINING 15,000 CAPTIONS AND ALSO AN ELECTRONIC LIBRARY EQUIPPED WITH BROAD BAND FACILITY AND WI-FI ENVIRONMENT. APART FROM THAT SOME ONLINE DATA BASE SOFTWARES SUCH AS “MANUPATRAS AND WEST LAWS” ARE AVAILABLE IN ELECTRONIC LIBRARY.
BOOKS CAN BE ISSUED BY THE STUDENTS BY PRESENTING THEIR IDENTITY CARD, WHICH ALSO CONTAINS THE LIBRARY CARD. RULES REGARDING USE OF BOOKS FROM THE LIBRARY ARE MENTIONED THEREIN. THE COLLEGE LIBRARY REMAINS OPEN FROM 9.00 A.M. TO 4.00 P.M. DURING ALL WORKING DAYS.
IDENTITY-CUM-LIBRARY CARDTHE COLLEGE PROVIDE IDENTITY-CUM LIBRARY CARD TO EACH STUDENTS IN EACH PART FOR WHICH AN ANNUAL FEE IS CHARGED. THE STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT TWO PASSPORT SIZE RECENT AND IDENTICAL PHOTOGRAPHS AT THE TIME OF ADMISSION. LOSS OF IDENTITY CARD IS DEPRECATED BUT THE STUDENT CAN OBTAIN DUPLICATE IDENTITY CARD ON PAYMENT OF RS. 50/- OR FEE AS MAY BE PRESCRIBED, IDENTITY CARD IS NOT ISSUED AFTER THE END OF SESSION.
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Grievance Redressal Forums & Other ForumsThe different forums of the college have been constituted for the purpose of maintaining the transparency and smooth functioning of academic activities.
• Student Grievance Redressal Cell:A Grievance Redressal Cell has been constituted for the redressal of the problems reported by the Students of the College with the following objectives:
Upholding the dignity of the College by ensuring strife free atmosphere in the College through promoting cordial Student-Student and Student-Teacher relationship etc.
The Cell is constituted under the Chairmanship of the Principal.
1. Principal, Chairperson, 9431771040 2. Dr. Gandhi Anand Bilung, Member3. Mrs. Sakshi Pathak, Member 4. Dr. P.K. Chaturvedi, Member Co-ordinator.
• Anti Ragging Cell:Ragging of students in any form is strictly prohibited within and outside the campus. An anti-ragging squad is in operation under the overall charge of Dr. P.K. Chaturvedi. Students are advised to bring cases of ragging to the notice of the officials of the college. The offenders shall be liable for punishment. They are also liable to be expelled from the institution.
1. Dr. P.K. Chaturvedi, Chairperson, 9431771040 2. Mrs. Sakshi Pathak, Member3. Dr. Gandhi Anand Bilung, Member 4. Mr. Prosenjit Mukherjee, Member5. Mr. Hussamuddin Waris, Member, Co-ordinator.
• Free Legal Aid Cell:The origin of the concept of free legal aid is based on the principle of welfare state. To achieve the objective of the foundation of harmonious society, the legal right of every individual of India, specially the marginalized people has been guaranteed by the Constitution of India. For this, it is pious duty of every governmental and non-governmental organization to participate and contribute in providing free legal aid to needy people. Thus, we feel our duty to share. In pursuance of above noted objects :
In our college Free Legal Aid Cell is constituted. The cell is providing free legal aid on every working Saturday of the week. Following are the members of the cell:1. Dr. P.K. Chaturvedi, Chairperson, 9431771040 2. Mr. Kamlesh Kumar3. Mrs. Lalsa Mohini 4. Md. Ashraf Ali, Member, Co-ordinator
• Women Cell:From ancient legislation to present Constitution of India, there is legislative provision to protect women's dignity and right. The Constitution of India, there is pious liability of every individual, institution and society to maintain the dignity and protect the rights of women. And any kind of activities which intends to disrespect, disregard women's dignity and right is not according to any social & legal norms.
In pursuance of the above noted goals, the Women Redressal Cell has been constituted in this college which is presided by Mrs. Sakshi Pathak and looked after by Mrs. Lalsa Mohini which intends to provide a sense of security and protection to our female students. Dr. (Mrs.) Nandita Adhikari is the Patron of the Women Cell.
• Moot Court Association:1. Principal, ex-officio chairman, [email protected]. Mr. Hussamuddin Waris, co-orinator, [email protected]. Mrs. Lalsa Mohini, member
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• Students Council:In order to inculcate a democratic environment in the institution. The college has a students council. The student council is a representative body for the betterment and growth of the institution as well as for the student’s welfare. It is a statutory body constituted by the Governing Body of the college. The members of the council are nominated (on the basis of merit) and elected (by the nominated members) for one academic year. The students council is a fact finding and a recommendary body, and its suggestions and recommendations are put up before the Governing Body.
Barrister S.K.Sahay Lecture SeriesTo promote and encourage research and academic activities in the institution Barrister S.K.Sahay Lecture Series are held in the college fortnightly. The main object is to enhance and explore the knowledge as well as to groom interactive skills of the students. The institution invites various academicians and jurists from all over the country.
Abstract of University Regulation Relating to Examination
Scheme of Examination:The examination of 1st, 3rd and 5th semesters shall commence in the first week of December each year and the examination of 2nd, 4th & 6th Semester shall commence in the 1st week of May every year. Internal assessment shall based on mid term internal examination/internal assessment/attendance and home work assigned from time to time by the subject teachers, etc.
Results of Examination:Results of each Semester Examination are usually declared within six weeks of conclusion of the respective Semester Examination. The students waiting for their results are allowed to attend classes on provisional basis in the next Semesters.
Minimum Pass Marks:No candidate shall be declared to have passed the LL.B. Examination, unless he/she obtains minimum 33% marks in each theory paper separately, in practical papers only those students shall be declared to have passed who obtains 33% marks in theory paper and in practical examination taken together. Student has also to secure 40% marks in Viva-Voce including Field Work. The candidate shall be required to obtain at least 45% marks in aggregate taking theory and practical papers together in each Semester for being declared to have passed the examination. A candidate securing 5 marks less than pass marks either in theory paper or practical paper or aggregate shall be declared to have passed the examination under regulation. This regulation may be availed by a candidate only once in all six Semester Examinations.
No Candidate shall be admitted to examination of 3rd Semester (LL.B. 2nd year) unless he/she has completed the course of 3rd Semester and passed at least 50% of the subjects of 1st & 2nd Semester Examination unless he/she has completed the course of 5th Semester (LL.B. 3rd year) and Passed 50% of the subjects of 3rd & 4th Semester Examination together.
The maximum period of completing the three-year LL.B. programme shall be double the duration stipulated from the programme reckoned from the year of admission. The term "completing the programme" means passing all the prescribed examination of the programme to become eligible for the degree. No candidate shall be permitted to appear for the examination after expiry of maximum period prescribed for completing the programme.
A student who has failed in any Semester Examination shall be exempted from appearing in the subjects in which he/she has obtained at least 45% marks.
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Subject of StudyEach theory paper shall carry 50 marks which includes 10 marks on internal assessment.
(Professional Ethics, Accountancy for lawyers and Bar Bench relations)(a) Written Examination - 50 marks(b) Practical Training & Field Works - 30 marks (c) Viva-Voce - 20 marks
8. Practical Training - II(Public Interest Lawyering Legal Aid and Para Legal Services)(a) Written Examination - 50 marks(b) Practical Training & Field Works - 3.0 marks(c) Viva-Voce - 20 marks
LL.B. Part-III (Semester-V) LL.B. Part-III (Semester-VI)Theory Papers: Theory Papers:
1. Law of Evidence 1. Law of Evidence
2. Torts and Consumer Protection Act 2. Torts and Consumer Protection Act
3. Code of Civil Procedure and Limitation Act 3. Code of Civil Procedure and Limitation Act
4. Arbitration, Conciliation and Alternate Dispute Resolutions System
4. Arbitration, Conciliation and Alternate Dispute Resolutions System
5. Labour Law 5. Labour Law
6. Interpretation of Statutes 6. Interpretation of Statutes
Optional Papers: Taxation Law, Law & Medicine, Conflict of Laws, Criminology & Penology (Any two of the foilowings & that will be treated as Paper 7th and 8th)
Optional Papers:Taxation Law, Law & Medicine, Conflict of Laws, Criminology & Penology (Any two of the followings & that will be treated as Paper 7th and 8th)
(Moot Court Pretrial Preparations and participation in Trial Proceedings)(a) Written Examination - 45 marks(b) Practical Training & Field Works - 45 marks(c) Viva-Voce - 10 marks
9. Practical Training - II(Drafting, pleading & Conveyancing)(a) Written Examination - 45 marks(b) Practical Training & Field Works - 45 marks(c) Viva-Voce - 10 marks
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Achievements
Future Plans
The Chotanagpur Law College is accredited by NAAC which is an autonomous body of University Grants Commission established by the Government of India to assess educational institutions with regard to its quality of teaching & its contribution in the society. This college has been accredited 2.71 CGP with B grade by the NAAC. With our untiring efforts and self – less devotion we aspire to make this college the prime institution of legal education in India.
• Our students have qualified in various judicial / P.S.U. examinations as well as represented the college and state in Moot Court Competition all over India such as :
• Henery Dunant Moot Court Competition, 3rd Hidaytullah National Moot Court Competition, 7th K. K. Luthra Moot Court Competition, 4th Justice Hidayatullah Memorial National Moot Court Competition, New Delhi, The Verdict, IIT Kharagpur National Moot Court Competition etc.
The College is going to start the following courses very soon.
• Five years integrated B.B.A., LL.B(Hons.)• LL.M. Two years.• PG Diploma in Human Rights
The Chotanagpur Law College is not a mere building - all concrete, iron, stone, bricks and mortar. It is much more than a material and physical reality. It was created by the devotion and zeal, the self-sacrifice and generosity of Late Barrister S. K. Sahay and other legal lumaniries who gave their all for the best education of the people of this tribal region. Faith, hope and love have gone into its making; discipline, scholarship and service are its adornments. The Chotanagpur Law College gives loyal, devoted and useful law abiding citizens to the Nation. The Chotanagpur Law College makes a preferential option for the marginalised and it seeks to give an all-round formation, inculcating both human and spiritual values. The Chotanagpur Law College is only a part of the vast educational efforts in India. The College was established in the year 1954 and was first affiliated to the Bihar University and thereafter the Ranchi University, Ranchi. It is entrusted by the University with the task of preparing students for degrees in Law. Our alumni have excelled in the legal world of the country.
Classification of CandidatesFirst Class : The candidates who has passed the whole examination obtaining 60% marks in aggregate but less than 75% marks.
Second Class : The candidate who has obtained at least 45% marks and less than 60% marks in aggregate.
First Class with Distinction : The candidates who has passed the whole examination at a single sitting and obtained 75% marks in aggregate or above.
Rank : Rank shall be declared only after passing VIth Semester taking together the marks of all the six Semesters.
Ranchi at a GlanceRanchi is the capital of Jharkhand and its third most populous city. The name Ranchi is derived from the previous name of the Oraon village at the same site, Archi. In ancient times, Ranchi was ruled by Munda Rajas, it has a glorious history and this city has greatly contributed to the freedom movement of India and has given freedom fighters like Birsa Munda. Ranchi is also known as the Land of “Hool Kranti” which became a great National Movement. After the commencement of Bihar Re-organization Act, 2000, the state of Jharkhand was formed and Ranchi became its Capital. Ranchi is firmly transforming into a cosmopolitan city with great scope of Education, Industries and Infrastructure.
Ranchi is also developing into an educational hub with opportunities of higher education in various fields of Law, Medicine, Management, Social Sciences, Engineering etc. It has vast educational opportunities with both private and government institutions catering to the need of aspiring students. Ranchi is health care hub not only for people of Jharkhand but also for the neighbouring states. Ranchi is a centre for numerous sports activities and it has its own International Cricket Stadium.
Ranchi is known for its simple people and lovely subtropical climate. It has many tourist attractions like Dasam Fall, Sita Fall, Hundru Fall. It has achieved a status like that of a Hill Station. Ranchi is well connected with the country through Air, Rail, and Road. It is a city which connects a cord through its simplicity, natural beauty and lovely climate.
