My fascination with law’s role in ensuring checks and balances began in high school, particularly during my volunteer work with Aviyana Club following devastating cyclones in West Bengal. This experience revealed the limitations of administrative and human rights bodies, sparking my interest in law. At law school, I delved into constitutional, administrative, and human rights laws through organizing moot courts, interning at Rural Litigation Entitlement Kendra, and conducting research under Dr. Rajalaksmi Wagh and Dr. Jaykumar Bhongale. Working at the District Court of Calcutta exposed me to the challenges faced by under-trials, reinforcing my commitment to justice. Additionally, participating in the Legal Aid Society and National Service Scheme highlighted the need for legal awareness. My passion for table tennis, where I represented India, has instilled in me dedication and strategic thinking.
Supervisor: Lisa Kerr
Focus: Criminal Law with a focus on Prison Law
Provisional title of thesis: ‘Comparative Examination of Compensation for Unjustly Incarcerated Individuals in Canada and India’