Society of Indian Law Firms President Dr. Lalit Bhasin highlighted worries about the decreasing quality of legal education in India. He emphasized Chief Justice of India Surya Kant’s recent comments on fake law degrees, urging serious attention to the issue. Dr. Bhasin noted that despite around 1 lakh law graduates annually, only a small fraction achieve their desired legal careers.
Dr. Bhasin stressed the urgent need to halt the decline in legal education standards to prevent adverse impacts on the legal profession’s quality and progress. He pointed out that out of the yearly 1 lakh law graduates, possibly only 5% manage to secure desired legal careers, leaving the majority struggling due to employability challenges. Referring to the CJI’s remarks on fake degrees, Dr. Bhasin emphasized the importance of addressing this issue seriously.
Dr. Bhasin criticized the inadequate teaching standards and lack of motivated faculty in many law schools. He highlighted the mismatch between high fees charged by these institutions and the unrealistic career promises made to students. Dr. Bhasin urged for a shift towards practical aspects of legal education, emphasizing the need for innovation, discipline, and effective communication skills in aspiring lawyers.
