Legal Aid Initiatives
Coordinating with State Legal Services Authorities and legal aid clinics to extend support to undertrial prisoners facing economic and social barriers.
NUSRL, Ranchi
Undertrial Prisoners & Continuous Legal Education
National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi
Advancing access to justice through legal aid, continuous legal education, and prison outreach for undertrial prisoners in Jharkhand.
About the Project
In pursuance of the mandate under Article 39A of the Constitution of India, the National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi (NUSRL) has undertaken a dedicated project on Undertrial Prisoners and Continuous Legal Education.
Our Journey
The project provides information and updates on legal aid initiatives, consultation programmes, research work, continuous legal education programmes, prison outreach activities, publications, and related initiatives. It reflects the university's commitment to qualitative legal aid for persons in custody and to training stakeholders in the criminal justice system.
Constitutional Mandate
Equal justice and free legal aid are constitutional imperatives. This initiative seeks to strengthen access to justice for undertrial prisoners and to build capacity through continuous legal education among law students, advocates, and allied professionals.
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The State shall secure that the operation of the legal system promotes justice, on a basis of equal opportunity, and shall, in particular, provide free legal aid.
— Article 39A, Constitution of India
Mission & Values
Our Mission
- Provide information and updates on project activities and legal aid initiatives
- Support consultation programmes linking academia, legal aid authorities, and prisons
- Undertake and disseminate research on undertrial justice and legal education
- Conduct continuous legal education for students, advocates, and stakeholders
- Facilitate prison outreach and sensitisation on rights of undertrial prisoners
- Publish reports and materials to strengthen legal aid practices in Jharkhand
Justice & Equity
Ensuring fair access to legal representation and procedural safeguards.
Compassionate Service
Addressing the needs of vulnerable undertrial prisoners with dignity.
Education & Learning
Building capacity through continuous legal education and clinical engagement.
Community Impact
Collaborating with legal aid institutions, prisons, and civil society.
What We Do
Our comprehensive approach addresses legal aid, education, outreach, and research for undertrial prisoners and stakeholders in the criminal justice system.
Consultation Programmes
Organising consultations among judiciary, prosecution, defence, prison administration, and academia on undertrial justice and legal aid.
Continuous Legal Education
Training programmes for law students, young advocates, and stakeholders on criminal procedure, bail, and prisoners' rights.
Prison Outreach
Structured outreach to correctional institutions to assess legal needs and connect prisoners with legal aid and family support.
Research Work
Empirical and doctrinal research on undertrial detention, legal aid delivery, and reform of criminal justice processes.
Awareness & Training
Workshops and awareness sessions for stakeholders on constitutional rights, legal aid schemes, and procedural literacy.
Publications
Reports, policy briefs, and educational materials documenting project outcomes and best practices.
Policy Engagement
Sharing research findings with legal aid authorities and criminal justice institutions to inform practice and reform.
Activities & Updates
Latest project activities, legal aid initiatives, consultations, and outreach programmes.
Multi-Stakeholder Consultation on Undertrial Justice
5 June 2025
Consultation bringing together academia, legal aid advocates, and criminal justice stakeholders to discuss challenges and opportunities in undertrial justice.
NUSRL, Ranchi
Prison Outreach Programme
18 May 2025
Structured outreach visit to assess legal aid needs and sensitise stakeholders on undertrial prisoners' rights. Conducted in coordination with legal services authorities.
Jharkhand
Continuous Legal Education Workshop
22 April 2025
Workshop on criminal procedure, bail jurisprudence, and prisoners' rights for student volunteers and young advocates.
NUSRL, Ranchi
Publications
Reports, brochures, and research materials from the project. Add PDFs to public/documents/ and update content files.
Article2025-05
Research Brief: Undertrial Population in Jharkhand
Preliminary research brief on undertrial detention trends and legal aid challenges in the state.
PDF available upon upload
Report2025-04
Continuous Legal Education Module Outline
Outline of training modules on criminal procedure, bail, and legal aid for stakeholders.
PDF available upon upload
Report2025-03
Legal Aid & Undertrial Rights: A Primer
Educational primer on free legal aid, undertrial detention, and procedural safeguards under Indian law.
PDF available upon upload
Brochure2025-01
Project Overview: Undertrial Prisoners & Continuous Legal Education
Introductory overview of the project scope, objectives, and initiatives at NUSRL, Ranchi.
PDF available upon upload
Our Team
Faculty, coordinators, and student volunteers advancing the project at NUSRL, Ranchi. Update team details from official project materials in src/content/site.json.
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Project Coordinator
Faculty Coordinator
Coordinates project activities, legal aid initiatives, and continuous legal education programmes at NUSRL, Ranchi.
undertrial-cle@nusrlranchi.ac.inL
Legal Aid Cell
Student & Faculty Volunteers
Law students and faculty engaged in clinical legal education, prison outreach, and research under the project.
legalaid@nusrlranchi.ac.inPatrons
Hon'ble Vice Chancellor
NUSRL, Ranchi
Patron of the project as directed by the university administration.
Our Stakeholders
Building collaboration across government, legal, civil society, and academic institutions to strengthen access to justice.
Jharkhand State Legal Services Authority
Government
District Legal Services Authorities
Government
Prison Administration, Jharkhand
Government
Bar Associations & Legal Aid Advocates
Legal
Civil Society & NGOs
Civil Society
Academic & Research Institutions
Academic
Event Gallery
Photos from consultations, legal aid initiatives, prison outreach, and continuous legal education activities.
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Consultation Roundtable on Undertrial Justice
5 June 2025
NUSRL, Ranchi
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Prison Outreach Visit
18 May 2025
Jharkhand
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Continuous Legal Education Workshop
22 April 2025
NUSRL, Ranchi
Get in Touch
Reach out for information about the project, legal aid initiatives, continuous legal education programmes, or collaboration opportunities.
Phone
0651-2900700Office Hours
Monday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Address
National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi BIT Mesra Campus, Ranchi, Jharkhand 835217