Free legal aid & awareness program at Lewis English School, Mirik

26-08-2025

The Indian Institute of Legal Studies, Siliguri has been conducting free legal awareness programs in various schools located in North Bengal, with the students and the teachers participating in the program. The program aims to empower the students of the region with the knowledge of the legal rights and duties, creating legal literacy.

At Indian Institute of Legal Studies, we believe in nurturing socially responsible legal professionals who not only excel in academics but also contribute to the community through legal literacy and outreach.
The details of the program are as follows:

Date: 25.08.2025

Venue: Lewis English School, Mirik

Name of the Team Members & Topics Covered -

1. Mr. Rupendra Tamang (Assistant Professor of Law, Teacher Convenor, Legal Aid Society)

- Crimes against Women in India and the Legal Framework to curb its menaces.

- Career Counselling.

2. Ms. Ambika Giri  (BA. LLB (H) Sem IX, Student Member, Legal Aid Society)

- POCSO Act, 2012 ( Protection Of Children from Sexual Offences)

3. Ms. Nandani Gupta (BA. LLB(H) Sem IX, Student Member, Legal Aid Society)

- Cyber security and Data Protection Laws in India and its implementation.

- Basic Understanding with Regard to The Operation of Court System in India.

4. Mr. Charles Chettri (BA. LLB(H) Sem III Volunteer, Legal Aid Society)

- Right To Information, RTI ACT,2005