BHU Secures First Place in National Moot
Court Competition 2026
¨ Banaras Hindu University
(BHU) secured first place at the Association of Indian Universities National
Moot Court Competition 2026, held at Integral University, Lucknow.
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The event witnessed
participation from law students across the country, highlighting the growing
importance of practical legal training in academic institutions.
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BHU’s victory reflects
its strong performance in advocacy, legal research and courtroom presentation
skills.
Competition Overview and Participation
¨ The three-day event,
conducted from April 9 to 11, brought together around 40 teams representing
universities from across India. The preliminary and quarter-final rounds were
held on April 10, followed by subsequent elimination rounds leading to the final.
¨ The competition provided
a simulated courtroom environment, allowing participants to argue cases and
showcase their legal acumen.
Top Performers and Awards
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BHU emerged as the
winner, receiving a cash prize of Rs 25,000 along with trophies and medals. Chandigarh
University secured the runner-up position and was awarded Rs 11,000.
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Several special awards
were also presented, recognising excellence in specific categories such as
research, memorial drafting and oral advocacy. These accolades highlighted the
diverse skill sets required in the legal profession.
