Student participants and officials during the internship held at the District Court in Phek from August 25 to 27.
Phek, August 28 (MExN): A three-day internship programme for Phek Government College’s fifth semester political science students was held at the District Court in Phek from August 25 to 27. A total of 18 students participated in the programme which was in held in collaboration with Phek District Legal Services Authority (PDLSA).
Mezivolu T. Therieh, NJS, District and Session Judge cum Chairperson DLSA Phek, gave keynote address. The students witnessed court proceedings, providing them with a firsthand understanding of the administration of justice.
Vethothi Vero, Chief LADC, gave an explanation of the procedure for drafting petitions, affidavits, and other legal documents. Sekhotso Rokha, Retainer Lawyer DLSA Phek, discussed the Indian court system. Assistant LADC Rakulu Venuh emphasized the significance of being aware of one’s rights when being arrested.
A visit to the Vision Open Shelter Home in Phek marked the end of the day.
Sessions on important Indian laws were held on the second day. The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) was introduced by Mezivolu T. Therieh, and the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) and the Civil Procedure Code (CPC) were explained by Keneinou Swuro, Deputy LADC.
Thukutalu Chizo, Panel Lawyer discussed the composition, significance, and function of Legal Services Authorities.
Sekhotso Rokha spoke about the Nagaland Village Council Act after Mezivolu T. Therieh spoke about the Indian Constitution, specifically mentioning Article 371A and its importance in Nagaland.
