[ADVDERTISEMENT] Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur Announces Advanced Certificate Course On New Criminal Laws & Drafting

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7 Nov 2025 3:43 PM IST

About DNLU

Established in 2018, Dharmashastra National Law University (DNLU) was founded with the vision of imparting and disseminating legal knowledge while fostering a culture of research to advance legal education. Over the years, the university has successfully organized numerous intra and inter-university events. Striving to be not just a knowledge-driven institution but also one fueled by creativity and wisdom, DNLU has made its mark both nationally and internationally.

About the Course

The Advanced Certificate Course on Drafting and New Criminal Laws provides a structured understanding of India's reformed criminal justice framework introduced through the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), enacted in 2023.

The course covers five key modules ranging from the rationale behind the reforms to hands-on drafting exercises. It aims to develop a clear understanding of substantive offences, procedural mechanisms, and evidentiary principles under the new regime while strengthening participants' drafting and advocacy skills.

Eligibility

The course is open to law students, advocates, in-house counsels, legal practitioners, policymakers, and individuals interested in understanding India's new criminal laws. The curriculum blends conceptual understanding with practical exposure to enhance participants' competence in applying these laws effectively.

Esteemed Speakers

● Dr. Kumar Askand: Associate Professor, RMLNLU, Lucknow

● Tushar Mudgil: Advocate-on-Record, Supreme Court of India

● Kumar Murlidhar: Advocate-on-Record, Supreme Court of India

● Namit Saxena: Advocate-on-Record, Supreme Court of India

Program Overview

Modules

Module	Title	Key Topics Covered
1.	Introduction to New Criminal Laws	Overview of BNS, BNSS, and BSA; Objectives and rationale for the new laws; Implications of legislative changes; Comparative analysis with earlier laws
2.	The Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, 2023 (BNS)	Introduction, key provisions, and major reforms; Abetment, Criminal Conspiracy, and Attempt; Offences against Women and Children; Offences against the Human Body and Property
3.	The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS)	FIRs, Arrest, and Police Complaints; Cognizance and commencement of criminal trials; Forensic investigation; Framing of charges; Bail, appeals, revisions, and transfer of cases
4.	The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA)	Key provisions and framework; Relevancy and admissibility of facts; Burden of proof, estoppel, and electronic evidence; Rules of best and circumstantial evidence; Examination of witnesses
5.	Criminal Drafting and Practice	Principles of criminal drafting: clarity, accuracy, and precision; Drafting FIRs, complaints, and charge sheets; Bail and anticipatory bail applications; Appeals, revisions, and review petitions; Drafting arguments, witness summons, and trial briefs; Common drafting errors and effective advocacy techniques

Perks of the Course

● Networking Opportunities: Connect with speakers, mentors, and peers

● Interactive Sessions: Participate in engaging live Q&A discussions
● Access to Recordings: Revisit all lectures anytime

● E-Certificates: Earn a Certificate of Completion or Participation
Course Details

Duration: 2 Weeks
Dates: 15th November – 23rd November 2025 (Weekend Classes)

Registration Fee:

● Students: ₹2,999 | Early Bird Offer: ₹1,999
● Professionals: ₹3,999 | Early Bird Offer: ₹2,999

● The registration fee is inclusive of GST.

Certification: Certificates of participation/completion shall be issued to all participants on the basis of attendance. An online multiple-choice assessment will be conducted upon the conclusion of the course. Participants who undertake the assessment will have their respective grades duly reflected on their certificates

Registration

To register, please use the link provided below:
Link: https://forms.gle/ShJwBY47kdFiskgq5

For any difficulties or queries, contact:
Phone: 88175 87602 | Email: courses@mpdnlu.in

Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur, looks forward to hosting participants in this enriching and practice-oriented learning experience on India's new criminal laws.

For more information, participants may refer to the attached brochure

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