Smt. Shakuntala Devi 2nd International Moot Court Competition, 2025 by Galgotias University

About the Organizers

The Moot Court Society of the School of Law, Galgotias University is dedicated to nurturing well-rounded legal professionals by blending academic excellence with practical learning. Mooting plays a pivotal role in legal education, equipping students with essential advocacy, research, and argumentation skills to prepare them for successful careers in the legal field.

About the Smt. Shakuntala Devi 2nd International Moot Court Competition, 2025

The School of Law, Galgotias University, proudly presents the Smt. Shakuntala Devi 2nd International Moot Court Competition, 2025, designed to challenge participants with a carefully crafted hypothetical case. This competition tests legal reasoning, advocacy techniques, and strategic argumentation. Participants will have the opportunity to present their arguments before a distinguished panel of legal experts, ensuring a rich learning experience.

The 1st Edition (2024) of the competition, held from April 27–29, 2024, saw participation from 22 teams and was graced by eminent jurists, including:

Justice Indira Banerjee (Former Judge, Supreme Court of India)
Justice D.S. Dhaliwaal (Former Judge, Punjab & Haryana High Court)
Justice J.R. Midha (Former Judge, Delhi High Court)

Their invaluable insights greatly enriched the competition, providing participants with exposure to expert legal perspectives.

Moot Proposition

The case focuses on the intersection of freedom of speech, cyber regulations, and international human rights obligations, with key issues in constitutional law, cyber law, and international law. It critically examines the constitutionality of a cybersecurity law that mandates stringent regulation of digital content, particularly content perceived as a threat to national sovereignty, public order, and security. The problem explores whether such state-imposed restrictions violate the fundamental right to free speech, assessing compliance with international human rights frameworks, including obligations under the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) concerning digital censorship and freedom of expression.

Eligibility

The competition is open to undergraduate law students enrolled in a 3-year or 5-year LL.B. program at any recognized law school, university, or institution in India.

Important Dates

Registration Opens – March 6, 2025
Registration Closes – April 5, 2025
Deadline for Seeking Clarifications – April 5, 2025
Memorial Submission (Soft Copy) – April 20, 2025
Memorial Submission (Hard Copy) – April 23, 2025
Competition Dates – April 24–26, 2025

Awards & Prizes

🏆 Winning Team – Merit Certificate, Trophy, ₹50,000 Cash Prize, and an Internship at Scriboard
🥈 Runner-Up Team – Merit Certificate, Trophy, ₹30,000 Cash Prize
🎤 Best Speaker (Male) – Merit Certificate, Trophy, ₹7,500 Cash Prize
🎤 Best Speaker (Female) – Merit Certificate, Trophy, ₹7,500 Cash Prize
📜 Best Memorial (Petitioner) – Merit Certificate, Trophy, ₹7,500 Cash Prize
📜 Best Memorial (Respondent) – Merit Certificate, Trophy, ₹7,500 Cash Prize