Jalandhar,26.03.25- The 6th edition of the Gavelled National Moot Court Competition at Lovely Professional University (LPU) reaffirmed its reputation as a premier platform for legal advocacy and reasoning. The three-day event organized by the LPU School of Law witnessed participation from 66 teams representing 19 states, including six National Law Universities, 15 Central and State Universities, and 35 Private Universities. The competition brought together some of the brightest legal minds from across India, engaging in rigorous legal battles to showcase their advocacy skills.

The event was inaugurated with the ceremonial strike of the gavel by the Chief Guest, Justice RajiveBhalla (Retd.), Punjab & Haryana High Court, setting the stage for intense legal deliberations. The moot problem for this edition revolved around critical socio-legal issues, including caste-based discrimination, the admissibility of digital evidence, and mob justice, all analyzed under the new criminal code framework. The competition commenced with the Researcher’s Test, conducted via Mentimeter, transforming the traditional format into an interactive and engaging knowledge challenge.

Dr. Ashok Kumar Mittal, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) and Founder Chancellor of LPU, emphasized the significance of law in shaping a fair society. Dr. Mittal remarked, “Law is not merely a profession but a cornerstone of democracy, affecting every citizen. Not only law students but also the general public must understand legal principles and their implications.” Dr. Mittal further underscored the importance of practical learning in law, stating, “Law cannot be studied in isolation through books. It demands real-world exposure, ethical understanding, and interaction with legal luminaries. At LPU, we ensure that our students gain firsthand experience through moot courts, internships, and direct engagement with distinguished judges and legal professionals.”