UNIVERSITY OF LUCKNOW

FACULTY OF LAW
SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM REPORT
01th JULY – 31th JULY

PLACE- OFFICE OF PRADEEP RAI, SENIOR ADVOCATE, SUPREME

COURT OF INDIA

Submitted to: Submitted by:

DR. Saroj Chaudhary USMAN SAIFI
(Asst. Professor, LU ) LL.B.( 3 Yrs )
2310013115294
Sem. 3rd

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 Table of Contents

Sr.No. Subject Page no.

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1. Preface

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2. Acknowledgement

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3. Certificate

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4. List of Abbreviations

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5. Brief about the organization

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6. Brief about the reports submitted

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7. General observation about the functioning of the organization

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8. Experience during the training

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9. Appendix

1. Intern Details
2. Work Reports

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 PREFACE

This report is an outcome of the Internship Training Programme of Faculty of Law,

University of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh for the students of 3rd semester. The main constituents
of the project are the report of my work at Office of Pradeep Rai, Senior Advocate, Supreme
Copurt of India, Delhi during the internship , the research on related issues and the weekly
reports of my work. I have tried my best to do justice with my activities and put it in black
and white with the same effort as I did it during the Internship.

Usman Saifi
Date: Name & Signature of Trainee

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 Acknowledgement

Any attempt at any level cannot be satisfactorily completed without the support and guidance
of learned people. My project work is a result of something more than hard work and
dedication. It is a true outcome of encouragement, support and guidance and constructive
criticism of different people that I acknowledge with immense pleasure. I would like to
express my gratitude to all those who made the completion of this project a reality. I dedicate
my gratitude to The Faculty of Law, University of Lucknow for giving me permission to
commence this project work, to do the necessary research work. I gratefully acknowledge my
deepest sense of gratitude to my revered and intellectual guide. (--------), who provided me
with all necessary suggestions and guiding me throughout my internship period.
I thank my friend Aman Malik Khan who provide me with the necessary references for my
internship as well as my parents for always being on my side throughout this time period and
providing me with all kind of emotional and financial support.

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List of abbreviations

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Sr.No. Abbreviations Meaning

1. & And

2. ors Others

3. u/s Under section

4. Art. Article

5. Vs Versus

6. Gov. Government

7. H.C. Highcourt

8. WP Writpetition

9. A.I.R All India Reporter

10. i.e., That is

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 Brief about the Organisation

After completion of my 2nd semester, as a law student I was required to utilize my holidays
by doing internship under either an advocate, law firm. So, I chose and applied under an
Office of Senior Advocate Dr. Pradeep Rai who is a reputated Advocate and Former Vice
President of Supreme Court Bar Association.
He is a very diligent person and has good knowledge of his subject, his arguments are always
accurate and to the point.
So you will now be seeing my week wise report and what all I learnt there in a month.

Brief about the work undertaken

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As an intern in the office of Senior Advocate Pradeep Rai, I used to perform so many tasks.
Some of the major tasks were to perform the research work, case Briefs, Case Transcripts,
presentations, go to the courtroom to observe the proceedings. I used to search the cause list
for the next days and make the case briefs of the same and next day observe the virtual
Supreme Court proceedings and make a transcript of the same. i used to give weekly
presentations to Senior Advocate Pradeep Rai which was assigned by our internship
coordinators and junior Associates. I used to visit the courts regularly and observe the
proceedings there.
The work undertaken by me were:

⚫ Research work and Case Briefs - The major chunk of the task performed by me was
searching for the relevant cases laws and judgements. I have read a number of judgements,
orders, etc. I used to prepare the case briefs. I used to read those acts which were related to
the case. I used to do thorough research on the sections which I was not aware of for better
understanding.

⚫ Observing the court proceedings- I was assigned various courts at the regular intervals of
2-3 days. I visited so many courts and observed different matters such as Civil matters,
Criminal Matters, property related disputes, writ matters, bail matters, Matrimonial disputes,
etc. I got the opportunity to see the proceedings in the Chief Justice court.

⚫ Weekly Presentations- I used to prepare the presentations on topics such as Landmark

Judgements, Comparative Analysis of CrPC with respect to BNSS, Mediation Act 2023, etc

General Observation

During my internship at the office of Dr. Pradeep Rai, I have made several observations
regarding the nature of work performed there, the manner in which the internship
coordinators assigned the task, the manner of checking the cause list and the method of

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joining supreme court proceedings through webex, the formats of the case briefs and case
transcripts, etc. During court visits at different district courts and High court and the
Supreme Court, observing the variations of the scope and jurisdiction, the difference in
proceedings and the nature of the cases. The court proceedings has been completely
digitalised nowadays. Each and every person and specially the Law Interns and Advocate
Intern can access the proceedings easily.

Experience during the Training

I had a great experience during my internship at the office of Pradep Rai. I learnt a lot from
visiting office, visiting different courts and attending court proceedings. There was a very
good environment at the Saket District Court, Delhi High Court and Supreme Court. I got a
very good opportunity to see how does a court functions in real life which is quite different
from what we read in books and through television. I used to read various case files, discuss
on the ongoing cases this was the regular part of my work at the chamber of the advocate.
This internship was a really very productive one and I utilized my vacations efficiently. This
internship helped me develop skills to read and comprehend properly, analyse and interpret
the provisions, judgments and cases very well. It has been a great learning and also a brilliant
working experience.
Practicality is far different from the written texts. I have gained a good practical knowledge
that will help in my practice of law and also the academics. I have seen the practical
application of laws that I read in the books.
During this internship I came across many challenges and I learnt to face those problems and
get a solution for them. It taught me how to confront the day-to-day real life challenges.

Learning outcomes

 During this internship I have learnt about various legal terminologies and the basic
concepts of law.
 I have started reading legal news and articles in order to be updated about all the
relevant laws and the recent developments.
 I have learnt the proper way to read the judgements and comprehend them.
 I learnt how the paperwork is completed. I have learnt about the drafting of legal
notices, filing of reply.

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  I have learnt how the filing is done, how a file is arranged in the proper manner and
how the numbering is done.
 I have learnt about the bail application is prepared and the documents required.
 I have observed how the writ petition is drafted and the content and documents
attached to it.
 I have observed the court proceedings and got to understand how the court functions
and how the proceedings are carried out. I have learnt how the advocates present their
arguments before the court.
 I have learnt the courtroom etiquettes and how to conduct ourselves inside the court.
• This internship has imparted a great practical knowledge and understanding about the
functioning of the District Courts, High court and the Apex Court.

INTERNSHIP WORKSHEET

a. Intern Details :

Name of the Student : Usman Saifi

Roll Number : 2310013115294

Class : LL.B( 3yr) , Sec D

Contact Details of Students : 8954847559

Name of the Organisation : Office of Senior Advocate Pradeep Rai

Duration of Internship : 01-07-2024 - 31-07-2024

Nature of Work : Research works , Case briefs and Court Visits

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Contact Details of Organisation : +91-11-23389483

b. Work Details :

Sr.No. Date Assignment Estimated Duration ( Name of Advocate/

Hrs.) Associate/Mentor

In the first day of internship, I was introduced to my

firm advocates, I came to know about the functioning
and working of the firm and the types of cases which
different advocates take according to their 10:00A.M-5:00PM Advocate
specifications and all the interns were divided into Vipin Bharti
1 01-07-2024 groups. We were asked about our previous 7 HRS
internships, or areas of interest.We were briefed about
how our internship is going to be and what all work we
could expect.

Given research work regarding bail, under section

2 02-07-2024 25/27 Arms Act, Judgement on bail if the accused has 10:00A.M-5:00PM Advocate
spent more than 100 days in Judicial Custody and
Judgement on bail where investigation is completed. 7 HRS Vipin Bharti

During my visit to Saket District Court, I explored all

the courtrooms and observed cases related to the 10:00A.M-5:00PM Advocate
3 03-07-2024 passport seizure and right to travel abroad as a
fundamental right and ownership of a land owned by a 7 HRS Vipin Bharti
priest.
I observed Supreme Court proceedings virtually on
Court No. 5. I was given case details and the FIR of the
4 04-07-2024 case and was assigned to work on the bail application. 10:00A.M-5:00PM Advocate

7 HRS Vipin Bharti

I observed Supreme Court proceedings virtually in

Court No. 5 and made case briefs for five cases from
5 05-07-2024 the Cause List. I was also assigned to prepare a 10:00A.M-5:00PM Advocate
presentation on Vellore Citizens Welfare Forum v.
Union of India. 7 HRS Vipin Bharti

I prepared and delivered a presentation with the

whole group in front of Pradeep Rai Sir. We were
6 06-07-2024 involved in a great discussion with him in the 10:00A.M-5:00PM Advocate
conference hall.(Vellore Citizens Welfare Forum v.
Union of India.) 7 HRS Vipin Bharti

7 07-07-2024 -----------SUNDAY-------------

I was assigned research work to find judgments where

the accused has spent almost three years in judicial
custody. One notable case is Satpal Singh vs State of
8 08-07-2024 Haryana, where it was held that the court must 10:00A.M-5:00PM Advocate
consider the likelihood of a trial within a reasonable
timeframe. Additionally, I was given research work 7 HRS Vipin Bharti
related to bail.

Supreme Court Virtual hearing , Court room:09 and

9 09-07-2024 prepared case briefs for five cases. Additionally, I was 10:00A.M-5:00PM Advocate

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 tasked with drafting a legal notice regarding food 7 HRS Vipin Bharti
contamination.

I visited Tiz Hazari Court, starting at the New Extension

building where I observed cases related to Restoration 10:00A.M-5:00PM Advocate
10 10-07-2024 of Property ( Kuldeep v. Radha Devi ) where Defandant
advocate contended that What restoration if there is 7 HRS Vipin Bharti
not property exist.

11-07-2024 Supreme Court Virtual hearing, Court room:09,

11 prepared case briefs for five cases and detailed about 10:00A.M-5:00PM Advocate
a facts of the case and Given FIR to read about that
case. 7 HRS Vipin Bharti

12-07-2024 Visited Patiala House , observed Family court

12 proceedings, and made a case report and submittted it 10:00A.M-5:00PM Advocate
to the admin.
7 HRS Vipin Bharti

We were assigned a topic for a presentation and asked

13 13-07-2024 to compare it between IPC and BNS, as well as with US 10:00A.M-5:00PM Advocate
and UK laws.delivered a presentation with the whole
group in front of Pradeep Rai Sir. 7 HRS Vipin Bharti

14 14-07-2024 ----------SUNDAY----------

Observed Supreme Court virtual hearing in Courtroom

15 15-07-2024 09, I prepared case briefs for five cases. I detailed one 10:00A.M-5:00PM Advocate
of the cases and was instructed to look for an
anticipatory bail application format and review it. 7 HRS Vipin Bharti

Supreme Court virtual hearing in Courtroom 05, I

16 16-07-2024 prepared case briefs for five cases. Was preparing for a 10:00A.M-5:00PM Advocate
the presentation on the given topic.
7 HRS Vipin Bharti

17 17-07-2024 ---------MUHARRAM--------

Advocate
Prepared a case brief on the Landmark Judgement of
18 18-07-2024 Lalita Kumari v. Govt. of Uttar Pradesh. 10:00A.M-5:00PM Vipin Bharti

7 HRS

I visited the Delhi High Court, observed proceedings in

the Chief Justice's Court, and then went to the 10:00A.M-5:00PM Advocate
19 19-07-2024 criminal building to see POCSO cases. In the new
building, I observed cases related to land and 7 HRS Vipin Bharti
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR).
Advocate
Supreme Court virtual hearing in Courtroom 05, I
20 20-07-2024 prepared case briefs for five cases and submitted the 10:00A.M-5:00PM Vipin Bharti
Bail draft on which I was working on.
7 HRS

21 21-07-2024 ------------SUNDAY-------------

Advocate
Visited Rouse Avenue court to observe the

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22 22-07-2024 proceedings of the CBI cases but proceedings were 10:00A.M-5:00PM Vipin Bharti
not going on that day.
7 HRS

Advocate
Prepared notes on the Comparative Analysis on the
23 23-07-2024 Section !67 of CrPC as compared to the Section 187 of 10:00A.M-5:00PM Vipin Bharti
BNSS related to the Police Custody And Judicial
Custody. 7 HRS

Advocate
Visited Supreme Court , but passes were not approved
24 24-07-2024 . So, visited Patiala Disctrict Court and observe the 10:00A.M-5:00PM Vipin Bharti
proceedings in the room of Judicial Magistrate First
Class , Ms. Isha Singh and Cross Examining going 7 HRS
there.

I visited the Supreme Court, attended the Chief

25 25- 07-2024 Justice's Court , Courtroom 04, 02, 11 and Registrar 10:00A.M-5:00PM Advocate
Court. Met with fellow advocates there, visited
Litigants Cafeteria there. 7 HRS Vipin Bharti

Advocate
Assigned with the topic of Sexual Offences and
26 26-07-2024 Mediation act 2023. prepared the topic for 10:00A.M-5:00PM Vipin Bharti
presentation.
7 HRS

Presentation on the Mediation Act 2023 in group in

27 27-07-2024 front of Pradeep Rai Sir. 10:00A.M-5:00PM Advocate

7 HRS Vipin Bharti

28 28-07-2024 ---------- SUNDAY----------

Prepared a case brief on the Transfer Petition related

29 29-07-2024 to the Domestic Violence Act in Supreme Court of 10:00A.M-5:00PM Advocate
India.
7 HRS Vipin Bharti

Engaged in open Query Session with Advocate Vipin

30 30-07-2024 Bharti Sir on the second last day of the july Internship. 10:00A.M-5:00PM Advocate

7 HRS Vipin Bharti

On the last day of my internship, certificates were

distributed to all the interns. We took pictures and 10:00A.M-5:00PM Advocate
were addressed by our senior a dvocate, who provided
31 31-07-2024 valuable lessons and a speech. We participated in an 7 HRS Vipin Bharti
interactive session where everyone shared their
experiences and learnings.

Seal of the Organisation Seal of the Mentor

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