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Moot Courts, Observation of Trial, Pre-trial Preparations and Internship

Practical training in moot memorials, observation of civil and criminal trials, pre-trial investigation and internships, with professional-conduct and fair-trial authorities.

Study aid only. Confirm statute numbers with the current bare Act and the official OU LL.B. (3-YDC) 2024–25 syllabus PDF.

Unit I: Moot courts and memorials

Structure of a memorial and oral argument 2 cases Courtroom ethics in moots and live court 2 cases

Unit II: Observation of civil trial

From institution to issues 2 cases Evidence, judgment and decree 2 cases

Unit III: Observation of criminal trial and fair-trial rights

Fair trial, protection of witnesses and court atmosphere 3 cases Counsel, delay and the accused's participation 2 cases

Unit IV: Pre-trial preparations and investigation

First information, investigation and the magistrate's control 2 cases Pre-trial conferences, discovery and intern's brief 2 cases

Unit V: Internship and professional conduct

Chambers, court and office internship 3 cases Duty to the court, conflict and fairness in investigation-linked work 2 cases