Arunodaya Institute of Legal Studies

Our Faculty

T K. Shridevi

Principal

Graduate LL.B from Vidyodaya Law College Tumkur
Post Graduate LL.M from University Law College Bangalore
Practiced as advocate in High Court for 2 years Bangalore
Joined Panchami College Of Law Bangalore as Faculty & also served as In charge Principal
Serving as a Principal in Arunodaya Institute Of Legal Studies in 2006 and till Date continue to be so
Served as academic council member of Karnataka State Law in the year 2019-2020
Women Employees Grievance Redressal Committee member in 2020-2021
Served as a Member of Governing Council, LIC committee and Kilpar under Karnataka State law University
Served as Syndicate Member of Karnataka State law University Hubli in 2021-2022
Statute framing Committee and Regulation Framing and Review Committee 2022
Malpractice committee in Karnataka State Law University in 2022
Karnataka State Law University State Committee for seat Metrix allotment
Students Welfare Committee (Grievance Consideration Committee) 2022
Awarded as Best Principal Award of The Year 2022 conducted by National Press Council of India
Decorated the chair as judge in various Moot Court Competition at State and National Level
Has been Moderator for various session of State and National Level Seminars
Has been Resource Person in Various program in State Wide
Ex-Officer Member in Various Cells of our Institution under Karnataka State Law University

ARUNA N. PAI

Vice Principal

Educational Profile

Graduated LL.B from JSS law college, Mysore University
Completed Post Graduation from Salgoankar Law College University Of Goa (Specialisation in Intellectual Property Rights )

Professional Experience

Worked as Management Associate at BRATAX from 1996-1999
Practiced as Associate under Senior Advocate Ms. Savithri , Mysore From 1999-2002.
Worked as Research Associate , Controller of Examination, at H.N.L.U Raipur from 2002-2004
Served as Co-Ordinator for Child Line , South Goa at Jan Ugahi N G O from 2004-2006

Teaching Experience :19 years

Joined Arunodaya Institute Of Legal Studies in 2007 and working till date

Co-ordinated

One Day Seminar on "Seven Lamps of Advocacy". 14-10-2008
One Day Seminar on RTI 15-05-2009
Seminar on Professional Ethics 15-11-2011
One Day Workshop on Right to Information " A tool for Ensuring Good Governance". 02-05-2012
National Seminar On Corporate Social Responsibility Held On 02-12-2014
National Seminar In Association With NLSIU On "Environment, Religion, Human Rights" 02-03-2015
Have Been Resource Person and given lecture in various legal Institute on Child Sexual Abuse and Child Rights
Seminars at Degree College and School on Child Rights and Child Sexual Abuse in Karnataka and Goa .
Actively involved with NGO and working on Child Sexual Abuse Cases .
Conducted various Seminar Guest Lecture at Arunodaya Institute of Legal Studies from time to time
Served as Mediator for SAI Bangalore for Internal Complaint Committee.
Conducted Various activity under various seminars Legal Aaid Cell , NSS and Various Cell Under Karnataka State Law University .
Free Lancer on Child Rights

PAPER PRESENTED :

Paper Presented on the topic "Religion, Environment & Human Rights" in the National Seminar held at NLSIU

PUBLICATION AS A RESEARCHER

PG DIPLOMA IN ENVIRONMENTAL LAW – 3 BOOKS
Philosophy, Principles and Environmental Justice and Pollution Control.
Natural Resource Management Laws and Environment and Development.
International Environmental Law as Researcher. Module

Publication as Editor

Contract Law as Chief Editor, Karnataka State Open University, Mysore

Hemavathi R

Asst. Professor

HOD for 5 years BA LLB

Pursuing Ph.D. in Presidency University.
Post graduated LLM from PG Dept of Law, University Law College, Bangalore in Labour and Capital Laws (2006 - 2008).
Graduated LLB from KGF Law College, KGF (Bangalore University Dept) (2002 - 2004).
Graduated B.Com in First Grade College, Bangalore University (1997 - 2000).
Completed PUC in First Grade College, KGF (PU Board) (1996 - 1997).
Completed SSLC in St. Teresa's Girls High School, KGF (SSLC Board) (1995).

Work Experience:

Teaching Experience in legal teaching 18 years
Joined Arunodaya Institute of legal Studies as Asst Professor since 2009 to till date.

Co-ordinated:

One day seminar on “Seven lamps of advocacy” (14/10/2008).
State level seminar on “Human Rights and Child Trafficking” in association with KILPAR (06/03/2018).

Personal Experience:

Assisted in Civil courts and Magistrate Courts in May 2004 to May 2006 (Civil matters and Negotiable instrument cases) as junior advocate.
Completed Project work titled “A Study on Health and Safety” of workers at BEML ltd, Bangalore complex during April 2008.

Extra Curriculum:

Nodal officer for Red Cross Cell in Our Institution
Assisted in one day Experts consultation workshop on Karnataka Municipalities Bill (NLSIU) (21/09/2019).
Assisted in legal AID Competition under National Law school of India University in Prof Mallar Competition.
Presently coordinator for Red Cross Cell in AILS affiliated to Karnataka State Law University
As been convener in various cells in AILS under Karnataka State Law University
Acted as Judge in various Moot court competitions

Archana P.S

Assistant Professor
HOD for 3 years LL.B

Education Qualification:

Post Graduated LL.M from University Law College, Bangalore. (Bangalore University, 2005-2007) specialization in Business Law.
Graduated BA.LL.B from Government Law College, Kolar. (Bangalore University, 2000-2005).
Completed PUC from Government Junior College, Kolar. (PU Board, 2000).
Completed SSLC from Mahila Samaja School, Kolar. (SSLC Board, 1998).

Professional Experience:

Gained 4 years experience in handling Civil, Criminal, MVC and High Court cases under Mr. HV Rajaram and Mr. Suresh M Lathur (Senior Advocates).

Teaching Experience:

Teaching Experience of 15 years in Legal Education.
Presently working as Assistant Professor at Arunodaya Institute of Legal Studies, Bangalore since 2016 till date.

Achievements:

NSS Officer for NSS cell in our institution under Karnataka State Law University.
Conducted various programs under NSS cell as per Karnataka State Law University guidelines.
Co-ordinated various programs under various cells in our institution.
Convener in various cells in our institution.
Faculty co-ordinator for the 1st Edition Prof.V.S. Mallar Memorial Legal Aid Competition, 2021 in collaboration with CEERA, NLSIU, Bangalore.
Participated in various International, national and state level seminars, workshops, and faculty developments programs.

Mrs.Sindhu Pradha J

Assistant Proffessor
B.A., LL.B., LL.M. (Pursuing Phd)

Educational Qualifaction:

Has studied B.A. from K.L.E. College, Bangalore,
Has studied LL.B from J.S.S. Law College, of Mysore,
Has completed LL.M in 2012 from University Law College, Department Of Studies in Law, Bangalore University, Bangalore (Environmental Law Specialization)
Presently pursuing Ph.D from University Law College, Department Of Studies in Law, Bangalore University,Bangalore

Professional Experience

Has worked as a Law Researcher in High Court of Karnataka and assisted Honourable Mr.Justice D.V.Shylendra Kumar , Judge High Court of Karnataka from 2007 to 2008
Has practiced before Bangalore Civil Courts and High Court

Teaching Experience : 14 years

Worked as Asisstant Professor Of Law from 2012 to till date at Arunodaya Institute of Legal Studies, Bangalore
Presently Co-ordinator of Moot Court Society at Arunodaya Institute of Legal Studies and has organized activities and competitions under the Moot Court Society.

Research Papers :

The Old Age Rights: A Comparative Analysis IJRAR (INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARH AND ANALYTICAL REVIEW, Vol 10, ISSUE 3, August 2023, E-ISSN 2348-1269, P-ISSN-2349- 5138)
The Doctrine of Precedent and Development of Law in Globalized World: An Analysis, Title of the Book: Law and Justice in Globalized World, Vol -01, 2022 , ISBN:978-93-95632-11-9.
The Role of Indian Judiciary In Framing Environmental Policies, IJAIR , Vol 6, Issue 4(I) Dec 2019 Part-I, ISSN 2394 - 7780

Papers Presented :

Paper presentation titled “A Study on Role of Indian Judiciary in protection of urban rivers in India : A Human Right Perspective on Right to Clean Water” in the International Conference on “EXPLORING APPROACHES AND PRACTICES OF HUMAN RIGHTS INSTITUTIONS IN PROTECTION OF HUMAN RIGHTS” (Hybrid Mode), organized by the School of Law, SDUAHER in association with Global Academy of Juridical Sciences, held on 27 and 28 December, 2025
Paper presented on the topic “The Role of Indian Judiciary in Framing Environmental Policies” at International Multi-Disciplinary Conference on 12 October 2019 Organized by B.M.S. College of Law, Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Paper Presented on the Topic “Religion, Environment & Human Rights” at the International Seminar on 2ND March 2016 Organised by (CEERA) NLSIU, Bengaluru,

Sowmya Datta D S

Assistant Professor of Law
Specialization: Criminal Law

Educational Qualification

LL.M - University Law College, Department of Studies in Law, Bangalore University Bengaluru.
LL. B - Bangalore University, Bengaluru
B.A - A.V.K. College, Hassan
Professional Experience: Handled Criminal Cases for 6 months in Bangalore
Teaching Experience: Teaching experience of 6 years 3 months in Legal Education.

Cells Convened

Human Rights Cell
Girls Grievance Redressal Cell
Anti-Sexual Harassment Cell
Eco Club

Awareness Programs Conducted

Conducted various awareness programmes for students and public through college committees and cells.

Faculty Advisor

Worked as Faculty Advisor for Legal Aid and Competition Organizing Committees

FDP / Academic Participation

Participated in the 7-Day Faculty Development Programme on 'Criminal Laws.

Academic Contribution

Assisted in school mentoring for National Legal Aid Competition organized by the V.S. Mallar Memorial Symposium on Constitutional Law: Marking the Golden Jubilee of his Dedicated Service to Legal Academia in collaboration with CEERA, NLSIU; JSS Law College; Christ Academy; and Arunodaya Institute of Legal Studies.

Suchitra C

Assistant Professor
Specialization : Constitutional law and Administrative law

Education:

School: Someshwara girls high School, Tumakur. (2008)
PUC: Shree Siddaganga women’s college, Tumakur (2010)
LL.B: Vidyodaya Law College, TumaKur (LLB 2010-2015)
LLM: KSLU's Laws School, Hubli (2017)
Practicing advocates- From 2017 to 2021

Teaching Experience:

2022 to till date at Arunodaya Institute of Legal Studies.

Gave lecture on International Human Rights Day
Conducted " Dr B R Ambedkar parinirvahan Divas"
Judge as moot court competition ( inter class )
Students Internship Coordinator.
SC/ST cell Coordinator
Appointed as SSP empowerment officer

Navyashree R

Assistant professor of Law
Specialisation: Constitutional law

Education qualification:

Post graduation: University of Mysore,Manasagangothri (2021-2023)
LLB:Karnataka state law University (Government Law college,kolar)(2015-2020)
Pre-university course(PUC): Methodist girls PU College,kolar(2013-2015)
School education:Methodist girls high school,Kolar (2013)
Teaching experience:1 year 5 months of experience

Achievements

Worked as faculty co-ordinator for 4rth EDITION PROF.V.S MALLAR MEMORIAL LEGAL-AID COMPETITION (2025-2026)with the institutional partners CEERA,NLSIU,and JSS law college Mysore

CELLS CO-ORDINATOR

Girls students grievance redressal cell
Anti-Sexual Harrassment cell

Pinakini H.V

Assistant professor of law

Educational qualifications:

Schooling: Vivekananda Vidyaniketan School, Gowribidnaur
PUC: Aishwarya Independent PU college, Kushalnagar, Kodagu district
Undergraduate degree: B.A.,LL.B -2021, University law college, Bangalore University,Bangalore

Post graduate degree:

LL.M ( Constitutional law) – 2023
KLE Law college, Banglore
A constituent college of KLE Technological University, Hubli

Professional experience:

Lex Ventures - Handled trail court matters relating to MVC, Negotiable Instrument matters, property disputes and also handled Appellate matters in High Court.
HLV Associates -Experienced in matrimonial matters, Registration procedures and property disputes.

Teaching experience:

Assistant professor : Arunodaya Institute of legal studies, Bangalore
Joined in 2024 and teaching till date.

Vaibhav R

Assistant Professor

Educational Qualifications:

Schooling: S. S. B English High School, Bangalore
Pre-University (PUC): St. Joseph's Pre-University College, Bangalore (2015 - 2017)
Undergraduate Degree: B.A. LL.B. (5 Years), St. Joseph's College of Law, Bangalore (2017 - 2022)
Master's Degree: LL.M. in Corporate and Commercial Law, University Law College and Department of Studies in Law, Bangalore University, Bangalore (2023–2025)

Professional Experience

Legal Axis: Handled trial court matters relating to family law, banking matters, and property disputes, and assisted in proceedings before the Commercial Court and Consumer Court.
K. V. Narendra and Associates: Experienced in providing legal opinions on property matters and assisting in property registration procedures.
R. V. Associates:Gained experience in handling matters relating to family law and property law.

Teaching Experience

Assistant Professor – Joined in 2025 and continuing (8 months of teaching experience)

Research Papers and Publications

Presented and published a research paper at Raichur University titled:“Role of Labour Law in Shaping Corporate Culture.”

Achievements

Assisted as Faculty Coordinator for the 4th Edition Prof. V. S. Mallar Memorial Legal Aid Competition (2025–26) in collaboration with CEERA, NLSIU, and JSS Law College.
Served as Judge for National Moot Court Competitions and ADR Competitions.
Represented as Cultural Faculty Coordinator for the Zonal Youth Festival of Karnataka State Law University, organized by SEA Group of Institutions.

Academic Convenor

Worked as Faculty Coordinator for the Cultural Committee and Literary Committee
Served as Faculty Coordinator for the NSS Cell.

Ms. Sridevi S

Assistant Professor of Law

Education

LL.M. - RV University, Bengaluru (2024-2025)
B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) - Karnataka State Law University, Hubballi (2018-2023)

Professional Experience

Advocate - High Court of Karnataka, Trial Court & Family Court (June 2022 - June 2024).

Teaching Experience

Teaching experience of 8 months in legal education.

Administrative & Academic Activities

Member - Internship Committee
Literary Committee Coordinator
Member – Moot Court Committee
Judge for several Inter-College Moot Court Competitions
Programme Coordinator for Special Lectures and Academic Events
Delivered lectures on “Media Trials in the Administration of Justice.”

Academic Contribution

Presented a research paper on Surrogacy Law at RV University.

Research & Publications

Dissertation: “Impact of Media Trials on the Administration of Justice and Rights of the Accused.”
Article: “Judicial Discretion and the Death Penalty: Revisiting Bachan Singh in the Context of India and the U.S.” published in the Indian Journal of Mass Communication and Journalism (IMCJ), Vol. 4, Issue 4, June 2025.

Certificates & Engagement

Researcher – Book on Medical Negligence under ProBono India Public Initiative
Coordinator – Health Center Activities
Member – NGOs

Professional Training

Two-Week National Capacity Building Programme on Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), organized by Sambhav Initiative & ProBono India (December 1–14, 2024).

Mrs. Renuka

Assistant Professor

Academic Profile

LLM (Corporate & Commercial Law): University Law College, Bangalore (2023–2025).
LL.B (3-Year): Dr. RML College of Law, Karnataka State Law University (2022)
PG Diploma in Business Administration (HR): Symbiosis University, Pune(2012).
B.Com: Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain College, Bengaluru (2009).

Research & Academic Contributions

Published Paper: "Unified Global Approach on Protection of Data Privacy: With Special Reference to Intellectual Property" (ISBN: 978-81-979982-6-3).
Certification: UGC SWAYAM Online Course on Intellectual Property Rights.
Institutional Engagement: Active member of the Legal Clinic at Dr. RML College of Law, assisting in legal literacy and community outreach.

Professional & Interdisciplinary Expertise

Corporate Experience: 9 years of Corporate experience in Human Resources, Employment Regulations, Compliance, and Corporate Governance.
Litigation : 3 years at High Court of Karnataka, Bangalore , Civil ,and Family Courts.
Teaching Experience : Since March 2026

Nanditha S

Assistant Professor

Subject: Political Science

Specialization:

International Law
Issues in Indian Constitution
Democratic Theory

EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

B. Ed: Sri Adhichunchanagiri College of Education, Channarayapattana (2019- 2022)
PG: Government Arts, Commerce & Post Graduate College, Hassan (2017-2019)
UG: Government First Grade college, Saligrama (2014-2017)
PUC: Sri Vidya Ganapathi PU College, Keralapura
SSLC : Sri Vidya Ganapathi High School, Keralapura

Teaching Experience

Teaching experience of 4 years

Co ordinator

Cultural committee

Organized Programs

Debate competition
Mock Parliament

Sharath Kumar

Assistant Professor

Subject Specialization: History and Economics

Professional Summary

Dedicated and passionate educator with academic specialization in History and Economics. Committed to promoting student learning through effective teaching methods engagement, and academic guidance. Experienced in teaching at both school and pre-university levels and motivated to contribute to the academic development of students. Educational Qualifications

Post Graduation

M.A. in History – Government College (Autonomous), Mandya (2017 – 2019)
M.A. in Economics – Karnataka State Open University (2022 – 2024)

Bachelor’s Degree

D. Devaraja Urs Government First Grade College, Hunsur (2013 – 2016)

PreUniversity Course (PUC)

Government PU College for Boys, Hunsur, Mysore District (2011 – 2013)

School Education

Government Junior College, Hunsur, Mysore District (2008 – 2011)

Professional Qualification

B.Ed – Sri Adichunchanagiri School of Education, Channarayapatna (2019 – 2022)

Teaching Experience

With over 5 years of experience in teaching, I have developed a passion for creating engaging and informative lessons that cater to diverse learning styles.

Committee member:

Currently member of the Cultural and Literary Committee, organizing and coordinating events and activities to promote cultural awareness and literary engagement among students.

Monika G

Assistant professor

Subject: Sociology

Qualifications:

MA Sociology, Bangalore University (2019-2021)
BA (Bachelor of Arts), BMS College For Women
Pre-University, BMS College for Women, Bangalore
Secondary Education, NMPS, Karnataka Secondary Education Board

Work Experience:

Served as a Research Assistant at ISSEC, contributing to government projects by collecting, analyzing, and presenting data to support policy and program development.”
Possess 3 years of teaching experience, delivering lectures and mentoring students across Sociology department. Served as IQAC Coordinator, overseeing quality assurance processes, documentation, and accreditation activities to enhance institutional standards.
Worked as an HR professional, managing recruitment, employee relations, and administrative processes to support organizational goals.
Mentored students in preparing and presenting research papers for a national seminar, providing guidance on topic selection, research methodology, and effective presentation skills.
Currently a member of the Cultural and Literary Committee, organizing and coordinating events, workshops, and activities to promote cultural awareness and literary engagement among students.