Bombay High Court Rejects PIL Against Law Students Skipping Classes for Internships

The Bombay High Court has refused to entertain a PIL filed by a Mumbai University law professor challenging the practice of law students skipping classes for permanent internships in law firms.

The PIL highlighted concerns over students' attendance falling below the mandatory 75% requirement. 

However, the Court noted that the petitioner failed to provide specific details of colleges or students violating the rule. The court also noted that the information concerning the compliance with attendance requirements is pending before the authorities under the RTI Act.

The Court disposed of the petition but granted liberty to file a fresh petition after obtaining particulars. (Sharmila Ghuge v. Mumbai University & Ors)