4-Year LL.B Instead of 5 Years? Supreme Court Hears Plea That Could Reshape Legal Education in India
4-Year LL.B Instead of 5 Years? Introduction Should aspiring lawyers spend five years to earn their degree—or would four be enough? That’s the question now before the Supreme Court of India, which has taken up a plea seeking to replace the current five-year integrated law degree with a four-year LL.B program. The case has ignited a national conversation about efficiency, quality, and the future of legal education in India. The Current System At present, there are two main routes to become a lawyer in India: A 5-year integrated law course after Class 12 (like B.A. LL.B, BBA LL.B, or B.Com LL.B). A 3-year LL.B course after graduation in any discipline. The 5-year course was introduced to streamline legal education and offer a more in-depth academic experience. But now, with evolving global education patterns and a need to fast-track professionals into the field, a fresh rethink is on the table. The Petition in the Supreme Court The petition, filed by ...