You Must Follow And Defend The Great Traditions Of Advocacy: CJI Khehar Delivers The Fifth NLU-D Convocation Address [Full Text &Video]

Chief Justice Of India Justice Jagdish Singh Khehar has delivered the convocation address in the fifth Convocation Ceremony at National Law University, Delhi.Ar2OIuQ&feature=youtu.beIn his address, Justice Khehar told the graduating students that a lawyer or a law teacher who does not understand or empathise with his or her society, can never be a good lawyer or a good judge or a good law teacher. He also said that “India is free but it is yet to taste the true glory of this freedom”, reminding the audience of lawyers’ duty to the constitution. He encouraged the graduating class to ensure that the country is governed justly, and to “make the people of India attain their glorious future”.The Chancellor of the University Justice Gita Mittal presided over the function. The Vice Chancellor of National Law University, Delhi, Professor (Dr.) Ranbir Singh complimented the faculty and the students for their rich academic contribution. He assured all present that the students of NLU Delhi would “contribute as agents of change to the country’s mandate to achieve its future developmental goals.”25 Gold Medals and 5 Cash Prizes were given to the students of B.A., LLB. (Hons). Notably, Ms. CV Aradhana was awarded 11 Gold Medals and one cash prize.Here is the Full Text Of Justice Khehar's Convocation Address I consider it a matter of great honour to have been invited to deliver the Fifth Convocation Address of the National Law University, Delhi. This institution has grown into a great centre of learning within a short period of time. I am happy to know that students who have graduated from NLU, Delhi have brought accolades to this institution. It is also a matter of pride for this institution to see some of its students excelling in the Civil Services Examinations. Students from this University have topped Delhi, Punjab and Haryana Judicial Services examinations. Several others who have graduated out from here have been admitted to prestigious institutions, such as Oxford University, Cambridge University, New York University School of Law, Yale Law School and Harvard Law School for their post-graduate studies. I take this opportunity to congratulate NLU, Delhi for these significant achievements.I consider it a matter of great honour to have been invited to deliver the Fifth Convocation Address of the National Law University, Delhi. This institution has grown into a great centre of learning within a short period of time. I am happy to know that students who have graduated from NLU, Delhi have brought accolades to this institution. It is also a matter of pride for this institution to see some of its students excelling in the Civil Services Examinations. Students from this University have topped Delhi, Punjab and Haryana Judicial Services examinations. Several others who have graduated out from here have been admitted to prestigious institutions, such as Oxford University, Cambridge University, New York University School of Law, Yale Law School and Harvard Law School for their post-graduate studies. I take this opportunity to congratulate NLU, Delhi for these significant achievements.Getting a degree is only a step forward in your career, and your life. It is an acknowledgement, that you are capable of the tasks which an LL.B., LL.M. or a doctorate degree holder, is required to perform. This is a big responsibility, which each one of you owe, not only to yourself and your parents, but also to the institution that has conferred the degree upon you. And to your country, which has contributed to your education. How well you discharge your responsibility, is the next big test, ahead of you. Indeed in some measure the future of the rule of law, rests with you, for shaping a constitutionally abiding India.From tomorrow, you will be a part of a larger responsibility, where your performances will emerge, from the intellect and wisdom, you have had the opportunity to acquire. Life really starts now, and the battle has just begun. You will now enter a new world of competition. In fulfilling your dreams, you have many options. You could decide to start practicing law. Litigation has a charm of its own. You may alternatively confine yourself, to arbitration or mediation. These fields also offer a complete career prospect. You may take a different call, and become a legal consultant. In that eventuality, you will have to acquaint yourself, with the present day economic and commercial developments. You could join the corporate world, and be happy with an office job, which will surely bring home a large packet of money. You could choose a career in teaching. You will then manage young scholars, and take the responsibility to organize their careers. In the options available to you, you will have to acquaint yourself, with all contours of emerging rights, trends, and legal challenges. The choices open to you though multiple, are not simple. They all require hard work for success and excellence.In corporate...

You Must Follow And Defend The Great Traditions Of Advocacy: CJI Khehar Delivers The Fifth NLU-D Convocation Address [Full Text &Video]

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