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LEGAL EMPOWERMENT AND SOCIAL TRANSFORMATION: RETHINKING LAW-SOCIETY RELATIONS IN INDIA

Ms. Aashi Dixit, BBA-LL. B, LL.M, NET (Law) (India)

Dr. Namrata Tiwari, Assistant Professor, Career College of Law, Bhopal (India)

Legal consciousness marks the area between law and society, ensuring empowerment as well as equal justice to every citizen. India has an advanced legal framework in place, yet many remain oblivious of their rights and legal remedies- particularly those from marginalized communities. Social inequalities thrive in this scenario, and the efficacy of laws designed to protect weaker sections becomes weakened. This paper analyzes successful models of legal awareness initiatives, examining how public understanding of the legal system can be enhanced through case studies and comparative analysis. It explores the history of the development of legal education and awareness programs in India, highlights the challenges to legal literacy, and describes the roles of governmental and non-governmental organizations in promoting legal knowledge. The findings suggest that legal education should not remain confined to professionals but must become part of the general social fabric. Expanding legal literacy has the potential to transform citizens’ participation in democracy, strengthen access to justice, and promote empowerment through knowledge of rights and remedies. The study underscores the importance of integrating technology in disseminating legal information, thereby making the justice system more inclusive and accessible. By bridging the gap between law and society, India can move closer to achieving its constitutional goals of justice, equality, and dignity for all citizens.

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Research Paper LawFoyer International Journal of Doctrinal Legal Research (LIJDLR), Volume 3, Issue 3, Page 765–788.
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