Moot Court 2026 Organized by Forensic Medicine Department at Navodaya Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Raichur
The Department of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology successfully organized Moot Court 2026 on 11th July 2026 at 10:00 AM in the Court Room, Department of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, Navodaya Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Raichur.
The event was conducted under the patronage of Sri S. R. Reddy, Hon’ble Chairman, Navodaya Education Trust (NET), Raichur. The programme was inaugurated by Dr. M. Hanumanthappa, Vice Chancellor, University of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur, who graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, along with the other dignitaries. Dr. T. Srinivas, Registrar, Navodaya Education Trust (NET), Raichur, attended as the Guest of Honour. The programme was presided over by Dr. Gurudatta S. Pawar, Dean & Principal, Navodaya Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Raichur.
The Moot Court was organized under the guidance of Dr. Bande Nawaz, Professor & Head, Department of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, with the dedicated efforts of the organizing committee comprising Dr. Suraj, Associate Professor, and Dr. M. Mounika Ragini, Assistant Professor.
The event commenced with the formal inauguration and welcome of the dignitaries. The organizers highlighted the importance of Moot Court as a practical educational exercise that bridges the gap between forensic medicine and the legal system. The Chief Guest and other dignitaries appreciated the initiative and encouraged students to actively participate in such academic activities to strengthen their medico-legal knowledge, analytical abilities, and courtroom skills.
The Moot Court was conducted by MBBS students (Batch 2023), who enthusiastically portrayed various roles in a simulated courtroom. The case presentation involved examination-in-chief, cross-examination of witnesses, presentation of forensic medical evidence, interpretation of medico-legal findings, legal arguments by both the prosecution and the defence, and judicial deliberation. The students demonstrated commendable preparation, confidence, communication skills, logical reasoning, and application of forensic medicine principles throughout the proceedings.
The event witnessed active participation from undergraduate students and faculty members. It served as an effective platform for experiential learning by integrating forensic medicine with legal practice. The realistic courtroom environment encouraged critical thinking, ethical decision-making, public speaking, teamwork, and professional confidence among the participants.
The event was highly appreciated by the Chief Guest, dignitaries, and faculty members for its educational value and meticulous organization. Moot Court 2026 proved to be an enriching academic exercise that enhanced students’ understanding of the practical application of forensic medicine within the judicial system and reinforced the importance of interdisciplinary learning in competency-based medical education.
