1Ph. D Scholar (Law), Amity Law School, Noida, Amity University
2Professor Emeritus, Law (Ph. D. Guide) Amity Law School, Amity University, Noida
Law is central to society; governs everyday lives. It is one of the most rewarding, challenging and respected areas of study which develops intellectual and interpersonal abilities. Study of Law gives skills i. thinking, critical analysis and political problem solving aptitude. Basic aim of law education is to develop perception and jurisprudential understanding of the environment, local and global to know the cultural and social aspects of the time. Clinical legal education being one of the facets of entire Law curriculum provides for access to justice to the marginalized and disadvantaged sections of the society and to focus on promoting ethical responsibilities of the legal profession.
In India recent efforts to develop and expand serious clinical programs can serve as a positive example for the future expansion throughout the region. Prior to the establishment of formal and independent programme, legal training was tied directly to colonizing power. Now the clinical practice has become mandatory requirement for legal institution but still facing challenges. In view of making education globally competitive, there is need to adopt best practices and embrace new technologies for wider access to justice and to address community's perceptions and experiences of issues.
Law education, justice, social responsibility, rule of law, legal skills, global standards
