What is National Law University (NLU)?
A National Law University (NLU) is an autonomous law school established in India to provide quality legal education. These universities are generally established by state governments through their own Acts.
Historical Background
The first NLU, the National Law School of India University (NLSIU), was established in Bangalore in 1986. The establishment of NLUs aimed to improve the standard of legal education in India and provide specialized training in various fields of law.