1st CMP National Moot Court Competition, 2025 Begins in Prayagraj with Enthusiastic Participation

 

1st CMP National Moot Court Competition, 2025 Begins in Prayagraj with Enthusiastic Participation

Prayagraj, 3 April 2025

The much-anticipated First Chaudhary Mahadeo National Moot Court Competition, 2025 has officially commenced in Prayagraj with immense enthusiasm and participation from law students across the country. The event is being hosted by the Law Department, CMP Degree College, Prayagraj, and aims to provide a platform for budding legal professionals to enhance their advocacy skills and legal acumen.

Grand Inauguration and Warm Welcome

The competition kicked off with an inaugural session in the presence of esteemed dignitaries and legal luminaries. Principal Prof. Ajay Prakash Khare extended a warm welcome to all the participating teams and expressed his appreciation for the initiative. He emphasized the significance of moot court competitions in sharpening critical thinking, research, and argumentative skills among law students.

The event is being conducted in collaboration with Anuj Tiwari Law Offices, Amikus Quraie, and Judiciary Gold, all of whom are actively contributing to the competition’s success. The inaugural session witnessed the presence of these partners, who play crucial roles in organizing and sponsoring the competition.

Structure of the Competition and Participation Details

The Preliminary Rounds (Rounds 1 & 2) of the competition were conducted on 3rd April 2025 in an online mode via Google Meet. Numerous law schools and universities from different parts of the country have sent their teams to compete, making the event truly national in character.

In these preliminary rounds, participants demonstrated their advocacy skills, legal knowledge, and ability to argue complex legal issues convincingly. The moot proposition, which forms the foundation of the competition, has been carefully drafted by Anuj Tiwari Law Offices, ensuring a challenging and intellectually stimulating legal problem for the participants.

Sponsorship and Prize Money Details

The total prize money for the competition is approximately 1 lakh rupees, with Anuj Tiwari Law Offices generously sponsoring the prize money for the first winner. This substantial prize has added further motivation and competitiveness to the event, encouraging teams to give their best performances.

Key Contributions by Event Partners

Each partner of the event has played a crucial role in making this moot court competition a grand success:

• Anuj Tiwari Law Offices – Drafted the moot proposition and sponsored the prize money.

• Amikus Quraie – Organized the preliminary rounds in online mode.

• Judiciary Gold – Assisted in handling the logistics of the event.

Mrs. Renu Singh, Co-ordinator of the B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) program, took the opportunity to introduce Prayagraj and CMP Degree College to the participants, as a majority of the teams hail from outside Prayagraj. She highlighted the rich legal and educational heritage of the city and the significance of CMP Degree College as a prominent institution for legal education.

Teams Advancing to the Next Stage

After a rigorous and competitive preliminary round, eight teams have been shortlisted for the next stages of the competition. These teams will now compete in the Quarter-Finals, Semi-Finals, and Final Round, scheduled to take place on 13th April 2025. The upcoming rounds promise to be even more intense, as the best teams battle it out for the coveted title.

Acknowledgment of Faculty and Volunteers

The success of the preliminary rounds would not have been possible without the dedicated efforts of the faculty members and volunteers, who ensured the smooth conduct of the sessions. The event saw the active participation of all faculty members, who played an integral role in mentoring and supporting the students.

The inaugural session was well-organized, with the anchoring conducted by Miss Pratyaksha Tiwari, a sixth-semester student of the law department. The event concluded with a Vote of Thanks delivered by Mr. Himanshu Upadhyaya, a faculty member of B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) at CMP Degree College.

Looking Forward to the Final Rounds

With the preliminary rounds successfully completed, the focus now shifts to the next stage of the First Chaudhary Mahadeo National Moot Court Competition, 2025. As the quarter-finalists prepare for the next phase, excitement and anticipation continue to build among participants and legal enthusiasts alike.

Stay tuned for further updates on this prestigious competition as it progresses toward its thrilling conclusion on 13th April 2025.