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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The difference is that Civil Law courses deal with issues between people or organisations. It's goal is to provide remedies for violations of private rights.
Criminal Law focus on the study of various types of crimes, legal practices, investigative methods, trial preparation, and the operations of the criminal justice system.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The types of subjects covered in the Civil Law courses in India are here. Take a look
Civil Law Syllabus | |
Comparative Constitutional Law | Teaching methods & Research Methodology |
Comparative Jurisprudence | Public international law |
Environmental Law | |
Jurisprudence | |
Law and Justice in Globalising World | Access to Justice |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Since Civil Law courses have many specialized areas, each specialization has its own curriculum set according to the course level.
Civil Law Subjects: Specialisations | |
Intellectual property law | |
Taxation law | Constitutional law |
Securities Law | Corporate law and governance (including international business) |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
A general eligibility criterion for Civil Law courses in India is here. Take a look
Undergraduate Programs (LLB) - Completion of Class 12 (10+2) with qualifying scores and entrance exams like LSAT-India or CLAT.
Postgraduate Programs (LLM) - A recognised LLB degree from a reputable university.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The Civil Law course is generally studies as a core subjects in LLB curriculum, whereas, in LLM you can take it as a specialisation. Students can also consider studying it as a specialisation at diploma or certificate level. Civil Law provides a brief understanding of legal principles governing private matters, that includes Contract Law, Property Law, Tort Law, and Family Law.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
They do it through online databases, legal research tools, e-learning platforms, and virtual moot courts. It enhanceslearning, facilitates research, and prepares students for the technologically advanced legal profession.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Refer to the table below:
Law Exam 2025 | Law Exam Dates | Law Exam Schedule |
|---|---|---|
May ‘25 (Tentative) | ||
1 Dec '24 | ||
January Exam- Jan '25 (Tentative) May Exam- May '25 (Tentative) | ||
08 Dec '24 | ||
Dec '24 (Tentative) |
NOTE: This information is sourced from the official website of the institute/exam.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
ICFAI Law School is only institution in India that offers a certificate course in immigration law. This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of complex and ever-changing legal landscape of immigration.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Hi,
Yes, it is difficult to practice directly as an immigration lawyer in India with a US law degree in immigration law. Here are some of common reasons why:
Different Legal Systems: US follows common law but India has a mix of common law and Civil Law.
Focus on Immigration: A US immigration law degree heavily focuse on US statutes, regulations and also legal precedents.
Licensing: India has its own licensing requirements for lawyers.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Candidates can see table showing a general outline of the similarities and differences between Immigration Law in USA and India below -
| Feature | US Immigration Law | Indian Immigration Law |
|---|---|---|
| Types of Immigration | Employment-based, family-based, refugee/asylum, humanitarian programs | Employment-based, family-based, student visas, Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) status |
| Focus | Attracting skilled workers, reuniting families | Balancing economic needs with security concerns |
| Application Process | Can be complex and lengthy, with online and paper components | Primarily paper-based application process |
| Legal Framework | Based on federal statutes, regulations, and court decisions | Governed by the Citizenship Act, 1955 and various rules |
| Pathways to Citizenship | Green card followed by naturalization process | No direct path to citizenship for most visa categories, but OCI status offers some benefits |
| Recent Trends | Increased scrutiny and security checks | Focus on attracting skilled workers and streamlining procedures for certain sectors |
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