{"id":340343,"date":"2025-02-03T12:00:17","date_gmt":"2025-02-03T06:30:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.scconline.com\/blog\/?p=340343"},"modified":"2025-02-03T12:08:45","modified_gmt":"2025-02-03T06:38:45","slug":"tnnlu-3rd-national-tamil-trial-advocacy-competition-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.scconline.com\/blog\/post\/2025\/02\/03\/tnnlu-3rd-national-tamil-trial-advocacy-competition-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"TNNLU | 3rd National Tamil Trial Advocacy Competition 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"
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ABOUT TNNLU<\/h3>\n

Tamil Nadu National Law University (TNNLU) was established by the Government of Tamil Nadu by an Act of State Legislature (Act No. 9 of 2012) to provide quality legal education at the global level.<\/p>\n

ABOUT TRIAL ADVOCACY COMMITTEE<\/h3>\n

The Trial Advocacy Committee, established in 2019, was created to deepen students’ understanding of criminal law and the intricacies of trial procedures while preparing them for the rigors of Inter-University and Intra-University Trial Advocacy and Mock Trial Competitions. The committee serves as a platform to bridge the gap between theoretical learning and practical application, ensuring aspiring legal professionals are well-equipped for real-world challenges.<\/p>\n

At the core of its activities are the Intra-University Trial Advocacy Competitions, which provide students an opportunity to hone their skills in legal reasoning, strategic articulation, and courtroom dynamics. Additionally, the committee organizes workshops featuring legal experts who share valuable insights into trial advocacy, enabling students to transition seamlessly from academic study to practical application. The committee also conducts Inter-University competitions, fostering collaboration and competition with other institutions while promoting the art of trial advocacy on a broader scale.<\/p>\n

ABOUT 3RD NTTAC<\/h3>\n

The 3rd National Tamil Trial Advocacy Competition at TNNLU aims to empower Tamil-speaking law students aspiring to excel in criminal litigation within Tamil Nadu. Building on the success of previous editions, this pioneering competition is conducted entirely in Tamil, highlighting the significance of regional languages in Indian trial courts. Limited to 20 teams, each consisting of two speakers and a witness, the event focuses on enhancing oral advocacy skills through activities such as opening statements, witness examinations, and closing arguments. This competition provides a unique platform for students, especially those from Tamil-medium backgrounds, to develop proficiency in Tamil legal terminology and gain practical courtroom experience. By bridging academic knowledge with real-world litigation practice, TNNLU solidifies its role as the premier platform for nurturing future legal professionals in Tamil Nadu. Moreover, Memorial submissions are not required.<\/p>\n

ELIGIBILITY<\/h3>\n

Law students duly enrolled in the 3-year LL.B. courses or 5-year integrated LL.B. courses undergraduate programmes may apply to participate in the Competition. One team per Institution\/University can participate in the Competition.<\/p>\n

REGISTRATION FEES<\/h3>\n

The teams shall be required to pay a fee of INR 3,000\/- (inclusive of Accommodation) towards registration prior to filling of the form and attach proof of payment while filling the aforementioned Final Registration form. This fee shall be non-refundable in case of withdrawal by a team.<\/p>\n

PRIZE<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n<\/colgroup>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Prize<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Prize Money<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Winners<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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15,000<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Runners<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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10,000<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Best Advocate<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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5,000<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Best Lady Advocate<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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5,000<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Best Witness<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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5,000<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

IMPORTANT DATES<\/h3>\n