Crimson’s Winmore Academy, Jakkur, launches India’s first school-based Moot Courtroom
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Take your experience further with Premium access. Thought-provoking Opinions, Expert Analysis, In-depth Insights and other Member Only BenefitsIn a ground-breaking development for school education in India, Winmore Academy, Jakkur, successfully inaugurated the country’s first-ever school-based Moot Courtroom. This landmark initiative represents a paradigm shift in legal education, transforming traditional classroom learning into an active, experiential journey that prepares students for the complexities of civic and professional life. The state-of-the-art Moot Courtroom serves as an immersive extension of the CBSE Legal Studies curriculum for grades XI and XII, creating an authentic legal environment where students can engage with real-world scenarios. By simulating actual courtroom dynamics, this innovative facility encourages critical thinking, articulation, and legal reasoning skills that are essential to form the foundation of effective citizenship and professional excellence. “This pioneering initiative reflects our commitment to innovation in education, where theoretical knowledge meets practical application. The Moot Courtroom embodies our philosophy of creating future-ready learners who are equipped not just with academic knowledge, but with the skills to navigate and contribute meaningfully to society. Approximately, 150-200 students from grades IX, X, and XI witnessed this historic moment, marking the beginning of a new era in school-based legal education,” says Husien Dohadwalla, Co- CEO, Crimson Schools.