Moot Court Competition 2025 – Apply now for this prestigious national-level hybrid opportunity at Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya (SVVV), Indore. The 10th edition of the Moot Court Competition offers budding law students a dynamic platform to refine their advocacy skills and gain real-world courtroom experience under professional guidance.
About the University
Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya (SVVV), Indore, is a private multidisciplinary university established under the Madhya Pradesh Niji Vishwavidyalaya Adhiniyam, 2015. Rooted in a legacy dating back to 1884, SVVV was founded by the Shri Vaishnav Sahayak Kapada Market Committee—philanthropists who sought to empower society through education, health, and community development.
The University’s mission is to shape responsible citizens through value-based education, academic excellence, and research innovation. With “fairness, honesty, and transparency” as its guiding principles, SVVV fosters leaders capable of transforming legal, social, and technological landscapes.
The institution houses several centers of excellence, including the Shri Vaishnav Institute of Law (SVIL) and the Shri Vaishnav Institute of Forensic Science (SVIFS)—together they have nurtured thousands of legal minds and future advocates.
About the Moot Court Competition 2025
The Moot Court Competition 2025 marks the 10th edition of SVVV’s flagship legal event. Organized jointly by SVIL and SVIFS, the competition simulates appellate-court proceedings where participants analyze a complex legal problem, draft written submissions, and argue cases before an esteemed panel of judges.
This year’s theme delves into one of the most debated aspects of matrimonial and constitutional law—the continuation of maintenance for divorced women amid live-in relationships.
The Moot Proposition
Set in the fictional Republic of Zindia, the case explores a divorce under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, raising profound questions of financial independence, live-in relationships, and constitutional morality. The protagonist, Anusha Reddy, challenges the termination of her maintenance after allegations of cohabiting with a male friend. Her ex-husband invokes gender equality and seeks relief from lifelong financial obligations.
The case confronts five pivotal issues, including:
- Whether discontinuation of maintenance can be justified on the basis of an alleged live-in relationship.
- Whether “financial independence” as a condition for terminating maintenance is legally valid.
- The evidentiary threshold to prove cohabitation.
- Whether companionship outside marriage constitutes a moral or legal ground to deny support.
- Whether Section 25 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 should be interpreted in a gender-neutral way consistent with constitutional equality.
The proposition challenges participants to interpret Section 25 HMA alongside constitutional provisions, balancing law with evolving gender norms—making it a deeply relevant and intellectually stimulating experience.
Event Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of Registration | 15 October 2025 |
| Last Date for Registration | 10 November 2025 |
| Last Date for Seeking Clarifications | 12 November 2025 |
| Publication of Clarifications | 13 November 2025 |
| Submission of Soft Copy of Memorials | 15 November 2025 |
| Inaugural Ceremony & Orientation | 20 November 2025 |
| Draw of Lots & Researchers Test | 20 November 2025 |
| Preliminary Rounds (Online) | 20 November 2025 |
| Quarter Finals (Online) | 21 November 2025 |
| Semi-Finals (Online) | 22 November 2025 |
| Final Round (Offline) | 6 December 2025 |
| Valedictory Ceremony | 6 December 2025 |
Location and Mode
Mode: Hybrid (Online & Offline)
Online Rounds: 20–22 November 2025
Offline Finals & Valedictory: 6 December 2025
Venue: Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya, Indore (Madhya Pradesh)
Format and Structure
- Duration: Approx. 4 weeks
- Rounds: Preliminary → Quarter Final → Semi Final → Final
- Memorial Submission Deadline: 15 November 2025
- Dress Code: Formal black and white attire (as per court protocol)
- Working Language: English
- Supervision: Under the guidance of the Moot Court Committee and faculty mentors from SVIL and SVIFS
Eligibility & Requirements
- Open to students pursuing:
- 3-year LL.B. or 5-year integrated law programme from a recognized institution in India.
- Each team must comprise 2 or 3 members (two speakers + one researcher).
- Memorials must be submitted for both sides—Appellant and Respondent—following the 20th Edition Bluebook citation style.
- Strict adherence to submission deadlines and anonymity rules is mandatory.
Additional Highlights
- Best Team Award: ₹21,000 + Trophy
- Runners-Up Award: ₹11,000 + Trophy
- Best Mooter: ₹3,000
- Best Memorial: ₹3,000
- Best Researcher: ₹3,000
- Certificates: Participation & Merit for Semi-Finalists and above
- Accommodation & Food: Arranged by Organizers for offline participants
- Networking Opportunity: Interact with judges, academicians & legal professionals
FAQs – Moot Court Competition 2025
Q1. Who can apply for this Moot Court Competition 2025?
Students enrolled in 3-year LL.B. or 5-year integrated law programmes from recognized Indian institutions are eligible.
Q2. Is this Moot Court Competition paid or unpaid?
There is a nominal registration fee of ₹3,000 per team, payable online to the University account after submission of the registration form.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date for registration is 10 November 2025.
Q4. What is the selection process?
Selection is based on successful registration and timely submission of memorials. Draw of lots will determine the side (Respondent/Appellant) for each team.
Q5. Will I get a certificate after completion?
Yes, all participants receive official certificates from Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya, Indore.
Important Links
- Application Form: Google Form Link
- Official Website: svvv.edu.in
- Contact Email: mcc.svvv2025@gmail.com
Downloadables
brochure
Contact
- Email: mcc.svvv2025@gmail.com
- Phone: Vaishnavi Sharma +91 6267107050 | Mansi Tiwari +91 8602554935
- Address: Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya, Indore (M.P.), India