A Free Legal Aid and Awareness Programme was conducted at Kyi De Khang Sr. Secondary School, Gangtok

09-10-2026

The Indian Institute of Legal Studies, Siliguri, has continuously worked towards spreading legal literacy among students through free legal awareness programmes. Such programmes aim to familiarise young students with their legal rights and duties and develop awareness regarding important legal and socio-legal issues affecting society.

Date: 08.10.2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Venue: Kyi De Khang Sr. Secondary School, Gangtok

Name of the Team Members and Topics Covered

1. Ms. Esther Pradhan

Assistant Professor of Law
Teacher Co-Convenor, Legal Aid Society

Topics Covered:

• Career Counselling
• Youth Parliament Orientation
• Crimes Against Women in India
• Right to be Represented in Connection with Legal Aid
• Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012

2. Ms. Dhanushee Gurung

5 Years LL.B. (H), Semester IX
Convenor, Legal Aid Society

Topics Covered:

• Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 in relation to Right to Life and Personal Liberty
• Living Relationship in India: Its Socio-Legal Aspect

3. Mr. Tenzing Namgyal Bhutia

B.A. LL.B. (H), Semester V
Executive Member, Legal Aid Society

Topics Covered:

• Operation of Court System in India
• Right to Know as a Fundamental Right Guaranteed under the Constitution of India
• Right to Education in reference to National Education Policy, 2020

4. Mr. Purab Sharma

BBA LL.B. (H), Semester IX
Co-Convenor, Legal Aid Society

Topics Covered:

• Cyber Security with Relevance to Cyber Trafficking in India
• A Brief Understanding about G.D., F.I.R. and Zero F.I.R.

The session was highly interactive, with active participation from the students. The Principal and three teaching staff members were present during the programme and extended their support and cooperation. The session was successfully concluded and proved to be informative and fruitful for the participating students.