BAP Young Lawyer’s Conclave 2026 – Swami Vivekananda Jayanthi Celebrations
YOUNG LAWYER’S CONCLAVE 2K26
About the Event
National Youth Day, celebrated every January 12th, marks the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda (born January 12, 1863), a visionary spiritual leader and philosopher whose ideals continue to inspire Indian youth.
The Bharatheeya Abhibhashaka Parishad (BAP) has been conducting Young Lawyers’ Conferences at the High Court Auditorium for the past three years, where eminent jurists interact with young lawyers, providing life lessons to improve their professional acumen.
This year, BAP High Court Unit presents a debate competition for young lawyers, offering an opportunity to test their oratory skills on pressing contemporary legal issues, with amazing prizes including hefty cash awards awaiting the winning teams!
📅 Event Details
- Date: 22nd January 2026
- Time: 5:00 PM
- Venue: Kerala High Court Auditorium (tentative)
- Reporting: 4:00 PM
👥 Team Composition
- Two Speakers (Below 35 years)
- One Researcher (Optional, Below 35 years)
- One Team Mentor (15+ years practice)
- Active Bar Association membership required
⚖️ Competition Format
- 4 teams shortlisted through applications
- 5 minutes per speaker (for & against motion)
- 3 minutes for Q&A with judges/audience
- Panel of eminent judges for evaluation
🎯 Debate Topics
- The overreach of media during investigations and trials and its effect on the “presumption of innocence.”
- The legal tug-of-war between Freedom of Speech (Article 19) and the Right to a Fair Trial (Article 21).
🏆 Prizes & Recognition
🥇 First Prize
+ Certificate + Memento
🥈 Second Prize
+ Certificate + Memento
⭐ Best Speaker
+ Memento
All successful registering teams will receive e-certificates of participation
📌 Important Dates
- 12th January 2026 @ 5:00 PM – Last date for submission of application and write-up (1000 words max)
- 15th January 2026 – Declaration of shortlisted teams via email
- 22nd January 2026 – Final Round of Competition at Kerala High Court Auditorium
📞 Contact Organizing Committee
+91 87143 10160
+91 96568 02375
+91 94474 04183
+91 97455 16101
