JAMMU: Jammu Sanskriti School, Jammu hosted The Supreme Courtroom Conclave 2026 under the aegis of its Literary Club, offering students an immersive platform to explore law, justice, argumentation, logic and ethical reasoning through experiential learning.
The conclave was graced by Maleeka Sharma, Civil Judge (Senior Division) and Secretary, District Legal Services Authority, Jammu, as the chief guest. Legal professionals Manpreet Kour, Jasmeet Singh, Burhan Salaria and Tanisha Chandra, Advocates associated with the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, also attended the event.
Among those present were Rohini Aima, Principal-cum-Vice Chairperson; Sunakshi Anand, Director Operations; Harleen Anand, Director Operations, Jammu Sanskriti School, Kathua; Avneet Kour Budhraja, Vice Principal; and Radhika Sharma, Coordinator, Senior Wing.
Conceptualised by Pallavi Bhalla, In-charge, Literary Club, and Randeep Kour, Law faculty, the conclave was designed to recreate an authentic courtroom environment in which students researched cases, prepared arguments and presented their positions before an audience and legal experts.
Students from Srijan International School, Jammu Sanskriti School, Model Academy and HGS, Jammu participated in the case presentations, displaying analytical ability, persuasive articulation and courtroom composure.
In the institutional category, Jammu Sanskriti School, Jammu secured the 1st Prize — The Supreme Verdict Award, while Model Academy won the 2nd Prize — The Gavel of Distinction Award. HGS, Jammu bagged the 3rd Prize — The Court of Merit Award, while Srijan International School received the consolation prize.
Individual honours were also presented, with Ashutosh adjudged Best Judge, Harjas named Best Advocate, Hargun Anand receiving the Best Prosecutor award, Vidhushi winning Best Defence Counsel, and Angel being adjudged Best Witness.
Addressing the gathering, Rohini Aima underscored the role of experiential learning in developing critical thinking, responsible reasoning and integrity among students.
Maleeka Sharma appreciated the participants for their preparation, confidence and courtroom presence, while the visiting legal experts commended their analytical depth, articulation and intellectual agility.
The successful conduct of the conclave was supported by the CCA in-charges, Art, Music and Dance Departments, and the school’s support team.
The school said the initiative reflected its broader effort to provide students with learning opportunities beyond conventional classrooms and to nurture confident, responsible and ethically aware young citizens.
The Supreme Courtroom Conclave 2026 concluded as a distinctive academic platform where students were able to experience the principles of law, advocacy and justice in action.
