Event Gallery

Centre for Human Rights is committed to develop an exhaustive understanding of the Human Rights in students specifically and in masses generally. The main objective of the centre is to make students instrumental and champion the cause of Human Rights. Centre for Human Rights with an intent to achieve its objectives conducted a 3rd National Level Essay Writing Competition on the theme of “Contemporary Human Rights Issues in India” in the month of January, 2018. The theme was bifurcated into 16 major sub-themes such as Human Rights of persons with disabilities, Gender Justice and Human Rights, Vulnerability faced by the old age people, Women’s rights, Rights of Minorities and so on.

DATA PROTECTION FRAMEWORK IN INDIA

India lacks behind in having a proper statute to recognize data protection laws and protection of personal data. Recently, the Government of India had set up a Committee of Experts to study various issues relating to data protection in India and formulate specific suggestions on principles underlying a data protection bill and draft such a bill. The primary objective was to ensure growth of the digital economy while keeping personal data of citizens secured and protected. Therefore, to curb the issues related to the same, a White Paper was drafted to welcome public comments on how a data protection law must be framed.

As the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India has declared 21st May 2018 as Anti-terrorism day and every year 21st May shall be observed as Anti-Terrorism day Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad organized Anti-Terrorism day. The main objective behind the observance is to wean away the youth from terrorism and the cult of violence by highlighting the sufferings of common people and showing as to how prejudiced it is to the national interest. All Universities and Institutes of higher learning are called upon to observe this day to create a determined and a sustained drive to bring about a mass awakening against terrorism and violence by making appropriate projection through research, lectures, and teachings. It is hereby instructed that the academic community may highlight the sufferings of children, women, and all others who are horrifyingly victimized through terrorism.

The Government of India has instructed all its citizens to take an anti-terrorism pledge. Mr. D. Ganesh Kumar, Asst. Professor of Law, anchored the program. He opened the program welcoming the audience and stating the purpose of assembling. He defined terrorism and anti-terrorism and set the momentum of the programme followed by Introduction to Anti-Terrorism Day by Dr. Prageetha G Raju, Associate Professor. She elucidated the objectives behind the observance of Anti-terrorism day and highlighted that Academicians play a prominent role in curbing terrorism and cult of violence among student through their teachings. Dr. Bandameedi Srinivas spoke about the Anti-Terrorism Day its Significance & Efficacy.He observed that this is the same day, on 21st May, in the year 1991, our former Prime Minister, Shri. Rajiv Gandhi was brutally assassinated by a suicide bomber. This horrific incident indelibly registered in the minds of people. Even today we can see the pieces of his clothes and shoes in Indira memorial museum, New Delhi. These objects bring back the tragedy to our minds sending chills down the spine.

It is indeed the day to mourn the death of our former prime minister; it is also the day to immerse in more profound contemplation to dream about a peaceful society. Terrorist outfits may have their own ideologies with convincing reason and logic. No one has a problem until this ideologies has friction with the other ideologies. But violence in form cannot be justified on the name of ideologies because there is no space for violence in sensible modern societies where political institutions are more open for discussions and debates. Interestingly, one of the prominent political thinkers who believed in the philosophy of violence for political change made strikingly contrast statement, He quoted “Let a hundred flowers bloom, let a hundred schools of thought contend." This amazing statement is relevant to every civilized society in every age because it clearly talks about the importance of ideas, the clash of ideas, and the elimination of ideas but not about the elimination of the people. He humbly requested all the teachers and all staff members of SLS Hyderabad to carry forward the essence of nonviolence and inculcate it among the students.

Dr. Prageetha G Raju administered the Oathand all the teaching and non-teaching staff of SLSH repeated after her. The oath is as follows:

“We, the people of India, having abiding faith in our country’s tradition of non-violence and tolerance, hereby solemnly affirm to oppose with our strength, all forms of terrorism and violence. We pledge to uphold and promote peace, social harmony, and understand among all fellow human beings and fight the forces of disruption threatening human lives and values.”

The program concluded with vote of thanks proposed by Mr. D. Ganesh Kumar.

Colleagues repeating the oath after Dr. Prageetha G Raju

On 9th July 2018, a photography competition –Ambiente, was conducted to try and reminisce the mesmerizing quality nature had and capture this enchanting element in the form of pictures. The competition was mainly conducted to appreciate the beauty of nature and also the outlook of the person capturing it in his lens with his photography skills.

The event posters around the campus built enthusiasm among the students and on the day of event, the participation was surprisingly high. The photographs were to be submitted by mail to the Environmental Law Cell id by 12.00am. Around 20 submissions were made. Photographs of varied elements of nature of waterfalls, insects, migratory birds, simple yet intrinsic leaves and even pictures of the beautiful campus painted with mesmerizing colours of sky were submitted.

Mr. Bhushan, Head for Chennai Office and Partner at Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. visited the Hyderabad campus to deliver a lecture on the topic of “Intersection of Law and Technology”. He emphasised on the importance of the need to create design law and also how 3D printing can substitute the human labour in the 21st Century.

Then he discussed about how lack of market plan and future planning can turn out against an organisation by taking the famous example of Kotak. Data Protection being a very crucial topic in the course of Information Technology Law, was thoroughly discussed by the speaker emphasising on how vulnerable the data of the common people is, taking areference from Cambridge Analytica. He further elaborated the concepts of Artificial Intelligence, Block Chain and SMARS. On the later stage of the lecture, he further discussed about the trending link between Intellectual Property Rights and Technology.

AMBIENTE-PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION on 9th July, 2018

On 9th July 2018, a photography competition –Ambiente, was conducted to try and reminisce the mesmerizing quality nature had and capture this enchanting element in the form of pictures. The competition was mainly conducted to appreciate the beauty of nature and also the outlook of the person capturing it in his lens with his photography skills.

The event posters around the campus built enthusiasm among the students and on the day of event, the participation was surprisingly high. The photographs were to be submitted by mail to the Environmental Law Cell id by 12.00am. Around 20 submissions were made. Photographs of varied elements of nature of waterfalls, insects, migratory birds, simple yet intrinsic leaves and even pictures of the beautiful campus painted with mesmerizing colours of sky were submitted.

Guest Lecture on Privacy and the Law was organized on July 26th 2018 by Centre for Specialization in Cyber Law Studies. Dr. Usha Ramanathan was invited as the resource person who gave a practical insight of the topic.

Ms. Persis Hodiwalla, an In House Legal Counsel with more than a decade long years of work experience in the Media and Entertainment sector was invited as the resource person to discuss the topic “Facets of Media and Entertainment Law”. She has been associated with major Film production houses in India and has worked on almost 14 Films and also in other areas of this field wherein she was associated with agreements and contracts related to Film Production, Distribution, and Segregation of Intellectual Property Rights.

P. K. Abdul Raheem (Partner- ARG Law Partners & Associate Mohammed Aleghfeli Advocates & Legal Consultants, United Arab Emirates) was invited as the resource person to deliver a one-day lecture on “The Future Prospects Of Indian Law Graduates In UAE”. This program was organised by the Centre for Human Rights and its objective wasto give the budding lawyers an insight of the upcoming and ongoing opportunities in the UAE along with the importance of commercial international arbitration.

The Centre for Human Rights had taken its form in January, 2018. However, to give it a formal beginning, the Centre was inaugurated on 14th July, 2018. Honourable Justice A. Rajasekhar Rahu, Judge of the High Court of Judicature Hyderabad and Ms. G. Rosy, founder, Sankalp Foundation were the Chief Guest and the Guest of Honour respectively. As a part of the Symbiosis culture, the ceremony began with the lighting of the lamp by both the guests along with the Officiating Director, Dr. Sukhvinder Singh Dari and the Head of the Centre for Human Rights, Professor Ahmar Afaq. The welcome address was given by the Officiating Director, Dr. Sukhvinder Singh Dari followed by the felicitation of the guests. The most awaited moment came with the formal inauguration of the Centre by the unveiling of the curtain of the marble shield.

Speaking on this occasion,Ms. G Rosy spoke about her struggle in life and how her father used to tell his daughters, to be like Mother Teresa. And these very words inspired her to take up this profession. Today, she operates a full-fledged orphanage with about 2000 children being a part of it. Apart from this she runs school imparting primary education to all the needy children. Her inspiring words touched the hearts of many in the audience. The Honourable Justice, A. Rajasekhar Rahu, spoke about the importance of Human rights in the day to day. He quoted a few cases decided by the Honourable Supreme Court, throwing light upon the importance of Human Rights and how to invoke the same amidst the Indian society. Both the guests wished the Centre good luck, hoping that it would reach greater heights and leave an imprint behind.

The Literary and Debate cell of Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad conducted an event on 13th July, 2018 at the convention hall. The theme of the event was an open mic, named 'mic drop.' There was not, and limited scope for the same as one could come up with various themes and issues to recite poetry, enact a monologue, Slam poetry, Stand-up comedy and whatsoever comes under the domain of literature and societal norms. The language for the same was set to only English and Hindi.

For the event, the total number of registration was 17. The participants showcased a variant arena of literature and social issue with much velour and sparkle. The event lasted for 50 minutes, and the winners were Aarsheya Singh and Anubhoothi Sharma. The winners were credited by a memento and certificate of Merit, by Prof. V Sudhakar from the English and Foreign Languages University who was invited as a guest to grace the occasion.

The Literary and Debate cell of Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad conducted an event on 13th July, 2018 at the convention hall. The theme of the event was an open mic, named 'mic drop.' There was not, and limited scope for the same as one could come up with various themes and issues to recite poetry, enact a monologue, Slam poetry, Stand-up comedy and whatsoever comes under the domain of literature and societal norms. The language for the same was set to only English and Hindi.

For the event, the total number of registration was 17. The participants showcased a variant arena of literature and social issue with much velour and sparkle. The event lasted for 50 minutes, and the winners were Aarsheya Singh and Anubhoothi Sharma. The winners were credited by a memento and certificate of Merit, by Prof. V Sudhakar from the English and Foreign Languages University who was invited as a guest to grace the occasion.

We have conducted to orient the new batch students from 2nd - 7th July, 2018, at Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad campus (SLSH).

Day 1:

The commencement of the induction programme of the new batch (2018-2023) was graced by Honorable Justice Nooty Ramamohana Rao (Retd.), Justice Madras High Court & High Court of Judicature at Hyderabad as the Chief Guest and Mr. Sam Freeman, Lead India, Queensland Skills & Education, Consortium, Australia as the Guest of Honour in the Seminar Hall of Symbiosis International University, Hyderabad campus.

Session 2:

The second session started with the presentation by various bodies functioning in the law school.

1. Moot Court Association

By Ms. Ambrina, Assistant Professor & Faculty In-Charge, and its student team members

1. International Cell

By Dr. Rengasamy Stalin, Assistant Professor & Faculty in-charge & student team members

1. Training & Placement Cell

By Mr. Vidyadhar Raghavan, Officer, Placement and Corporate Relations & student team members

1. Campus Discipline and Facilities

By Lt. Col. Patil, Campus Administrator

Day 2& 3: 3rd& 4th July, 2018

These two days were entirely scheduled for the introduction of Cells and Centre’s functioning in the SLSH campus.

1. Centre for Specialization in Business Innovation (CSBI), Research & Publication Cell & Grievances Redressal Cell

By Dr. Prageetha G Raju, Associate Professor& Faculty in-charge, along with her student members

1. Learning Resources: Library and Computer Lab

By Mr.Shree Rahul, Assistant Professor and Faculty in-charge, Centre for Policy Drafting and International Understanding

1. Centre for Intellectual Property Research and Advocacy, Sports Cell & Centre for Human Right

By Mr. Ahmar Afaq, Assistant Professor and Faculty-in-charge and his Team.

1. Legal Aid Centre

By Dr. B Anuradha, Associate Professor and Faculty-in-charge and her team.

1. Centre for Specialization in Performing Arts& Centre for Rights of Differently abled

By

1. Centre for specialization of Cyber Law Studies

2. Centre for Sports Law and Policy

3. International Law Advancement Centre (ILAC)

By pankaj umbarkar Assistant Professor and Faculty-in-charge and student members

1. Alternative Disputes Resolution Cell

Mr. Irfan Ali Abbas, Asst. Professor and Faculty In-charge and his student team

1. Debate and Literary Cell

By Mr. B. Srinivas, Asst. Professor and Faculty In-charge and student members.

1. Environmental Cell

Day 4: 5th July, 2018:

One day work shop on Sensitization with special reference to Women, Research Methodology.

That day was also inauguration of “AWAAZ.

Day 5: 6thJuly 2018:

Outbound Activity to Dholari Dhani, Kompally for new students with support of administrative, coordinators, and senior students.

Day 6: 7th July, 2018

The Valedictory session of the Orientation Program was graced by Prof. E. Suresh Kumar, Vice-Chancellor, The English and Foreign Languages University as the Chief Guest.

The Center for Intellectual Property Research and Advocacy (CIPRA), an integral part of Symbiosis Law School Hyderabad was established with a vision to promote IP research and to develop advocacy skills within students through competitions and workshops. CIPRA also has a vision to promote the GI awareness among the masses and undertake various GI projects to help the various sectors of the country.

We live in times where following one’s passion has become an act of utmost courage and resolve.

Somewhere among the ironed pressed shirts and polished shoes, our raw selves have taken a backseat. This July, going beyond the Black and White to reignite their passion CIPRA presented SymbiLIVE – to celebrate Individuality and Originality of Thought. At SymbiLIVE, the Ones who dared and conquered were engaged in a dialogue which was never seen before at SLS Hyderabad.

Arveen Kaur Chugh, the speaker was typical law school student. She has chaired various MUNs hosted by the top law schools of the country and made her mark by assisting in the making of the books titled “International Commercial Contracts” authored by Prof. Dr. Bimal N. Patel and Prof. Saira Gori and “Harnessing Biodiversity & Nutrition by Postharvest Management of Fruits and Vegetables” by Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change & GNLU. With her experience in the field of Intellectual Property and her innovative ideas, Arveen gave a different insight on the subject of Corporate Law.

Megha Bhatia, the speaker holds an LLM from University College London in one hand and a resolve to help children across the globe on her mind, Megha left no stone unturned to make the change she believed in. Founder of Our Voix, a Youth – lead organization aimed at addressing the issues of child sexual abuse.

Nimisha Verma, the other speaker was an artist who works as free lance model for fine art / conceptualized shoots. Being a social activist she is the founder of a nonprofit-organization called 'Home for artists' which provide accommodation to homeless artists and travelers and opportunity to meet and work with various artists at one place. Traveling in different cities to hold meet ups and unite artists Nimisha loves to write and speak though her photographs calling herself her own canvas. "I hope I can motivate and move people because words have greater power in them if used correctly."

Every new beginning requires an amazing start. In order to blossom, the Environmental Law Clinic came up with the idea of a plantation drive, to acquaint the new batch to realize the actual meaning behind the word “Symbiosis” which means living in harmony and interdependence with every other living being. This event was meant not only to instill a sense of responsibility towards the environment but also to make everyone in the SLSH campus feel at home.

The Literary and Debate Cell of Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad organised a creative writing workshop on 13th of July'2018, for the students of all the batches. Professor V. Sudhakar from The English and Foreign Languages University was invited as the Guest of Honour for the event. The guest was felicitated by Mr. B. Srinivas, Faculty- in - Charge of the cell. The event witnessed a total registration of 144 students. The hosts for the event were Nikita Samadariya and Sudarshan Satalkar.

Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad organized a one-day workshop on “Gender Sensitization with special reference to Women” on 5th July, 2018 as a part of the Induction programme for the students of the batch 2018-2023. Resources persons called for the workshop were – Prof. Dr. Rekha Pande, Professor and Director of Centre for Women’s Studies, Central University of Hyderabad and Special Correspondent of The Hindu, Nikhila Henry. They provided an insight to our students on the concept of Gender Sensitization. Dr.Rekha Pande, sensitized the students about the development of sensitivity towards women in the context of historical development and the importance of the role of women in the development of the society. While Nilkhila Henry spoke about the necessity of gender equality in work place. This workshop helped the students understand and stand by the idea by Gender sensitization.

“Every act of creation leads to an act of destruction”, similarly every act of creation of new technology has destroyed nature as well as the lives of many dwellers. It has now become very essential for the millennial to know the impact of the so called “development” which has benefitted a part of society by crushing away the aspirations and lives of the others. In this context the Environmental Law Clinic conducted the workshop on the topic “Impact of Industrialization in Rural Areas” for creating awareness among the students regarding the pros and cons of Special Economic Zones (SEZ).

A workshop on Research Methodology was organized as a part of the induction program to give the students an overview of how important is it to carry out research and what are the various methodologies that are followed in carrying out the research work. One of the resource person Prof. Dr. Rekha Pande, Director of Centre for Women’s Studies at the Central University of Hyderabad, spoke about how to choose a topic for the research and what are the various methodologies that are followed for the research. Her primary focus remained on how research was carried out using various methodologies across various disciplines in Social Sciences and more specifically in Women’s studies. An eminent faculty of The English and Foreign Language University (EFLU), Dr. Prakash Kona, was the second resourceperson on “Research Methodology”. He provided the students of the new batch 2018-2023 with an insight into the research and methodologies that are used in Humanities with special reference to English and Literature.

The Literary and Debate cell of Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad conducted Writing competition in three genres,i.e., poetry, essays and short stories. All the entries for these genres are sought to be sent to inkpot@slsh.edu.in. This event was wholly an online based assignment wherein the students of Symbiosis Law School could forward their literary works in the three given arenas. The theme of the three genres was well defined and mentioned in the guidelines that was forwarded to all the batches through a bulk mail on 7th of July '2018. The theme for essay was limited to a particular concept i.e., any contemporary issue, to which one could relate to in the present world. Likewise, for short stories it was any social issueand for poetry it was any human emotion. The deadline for these submissions was kept as 11th of July '2018 until 11:59 p.m.

The winners of the writing competition were:

POETRY:

First prize - Marisinetra Shradha Akunuri

Second prize - Amulya Anil

ESSAY:

First prize - Laasya Pemmaraju

Second prize - Dylan Sharma

SHORT STORIES:

First prize - Arjun Mohan

Second prize - Thirivikram

Arveen Kaur Chugh, the speaker was typical law school student. She has chaired various MUNs hosted by the top law schools of the country and made her mark by assisting in the making of the books titled “International Commercial Contracts” authored by Prof. Dr. Bimal N. Patel and Prof. Saira Gori and “Harnessing Biodiversity & Nutrition by Postharvest Management of Fruits and Vegetables” by Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change & GNLU. With her experience in the field of Intellectual Property and her innovative ideas, Arveen gave a different insight on the subject of Corporate Law.

Megha Bhatia, the speaker holds an LLM from University College London in one hand and a resolve to help children across the globe on her mind, Megha left no stone unturned to make the change she believed in. Founder of Our Voix, a Youth – lead organization aimed at addressing the issues of child sexual abuse.

Nimisha Verma, the other speaker was an artist who works as free lance model for fine art / conceptualized shoots. Being a social activist she is the founder of a nonprofit-organization called 'Home for artists' which provide accommodation to homeless artists and travelers and opportunity to meet and work with various artists at one place. Traveling in different cities to hold meet ups and unite artists Nimisha loves to write and speak though her photographs calling herself her own canvas. "I hope I can motivate and move people because words have greater power in them if used correctly."