Dr. Akhilesh Das Gupta Law School, ADGIPS, Delhi, in association with the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), organized a Legal Awareness and Youth Empowerment Programme titled “Empowered Youth, Strong Nation: Know Your Rights, Shape Your Future” on 13 August 2026, on the occasion of International Youth Day. The programme was held from 2:00 PM onwards at the Moot Court Room, Block I, ADGIPS, Delhi.
About the Programme
The programme was organized with the objective of enhancing legal literacy among students and creating greater awareness of their constitutional rights, legal responsibilities and avenues for legal protection and public assistance.
The session was led by Adv. Tarun Garg, who delivered an insightful and engaging lecture on a range of socio-legal issues relevant to young people. The discussion highlighted the importance of maintaining a balance between Constitutional Rights and Fundamental Duties, while also introducing students to mechanisms for accessing free legal aid under the Legal Services Authorities Act and career opportunities in the judiciary and legal aid services.
Key Areas of Discussion
The programme covered several important areas of contemporary legal awareness, including:
- Constitutional Rights and Fundamental Duties
- Career Opportunities in Law and Legal Aid Services
- Free Legal Aid under the Legal Services Authorities Act
- Cyber Crime and Online Safety
- Drug Abuse Prevention
- Anti-Ragging and Anti-Bullying Laws
- POCSO Act and Child Rights
- Women’s Safety Laws
Interactive Session
The programme concluded with an interactive Question & Answer session, during which Adv. Tarun Garg addressed students’ queries and provided practical insights into grievance redressal procedures and statutory remedies. The interaction enabled students to connect legal concepts with situations they may encounter in their academic, professional and social lives.
Participation & Learning Outcomes
The programme was attended by 50 students of BA-LLB (H) and BBA-LLB (H). The session contributed to enhanced awareness of fundamental rights and avenues for free legal aid, strengthened awareness of anti-ragging and safety norms, and encouraged responsible digital behaviour and proactive crime reporting among students.
The programme reaffirmed the importance of legal literacy and civic responsibility in empowering young minds and contributing towards a more informed and responsible society.
Faculty Coordinators
- Ms. Ayushi Sarkar, Assistant Professor, ADG Law School, ADGIPS
- Ms. Kajal, Assistant Professor, ADG Law School, ADGIPS
- Ms. Pronika Singh, Assistant Professor, ADG Law School, ADGIPS
Student Engagement & Key Takeaways
The programme provided students with an interactive platform to understand their legal rights, responsibilities and available support mechanisms. The discussions connected legal concepts with practical issues such as cyber safety, anti-ragging, legal aid, child rights and women’s safety. The engaging Q&A session further encouraged students to seek clarity on grievance redressal and legal remedies.
Conclusion
The programme successfully promoted legal literacy, civic responsibility and awareness among youth, encouraging students to become informed and responsible citizens. The participation of 50 BA-LLB (H) and BBA-LLB (H) students contributed to making the initiative meaningful and interactive.