Course In Focus -

POST GRADUATE DILOMA IN NATIONAL LAW (PGDNL)
COURSE OUTLINE


Trainees in Class Room

Objectives: The PGDNL aims to assist Dzongkhag Courts, High Court, Organizations and lawyers to succeed and:

  • develop the range of knowledge and skills required of Drangpos 4 and lawyers
  • develop the ability to negotiate and settle disputes among people and civil problems
  • develop a clear understanding of the emerging role and responsibilities of Drangpos
  • familiarize with the national law and develop a common understanding & interpretation of the Laws and Acts of the Kingdom.

Duration: 18 months (From January – December – July)

Designed for : Candidates who have completed LLB or nominated for the same by the RCSC

Learning areas: In addition to field studies once/twice a month in nearby courts the following subjects will be taught within the six semesters (a semester consists of three months):

  
  • Nagden
  • Sumtag
  • Ngenngag
  • Cheonjug
  • Uma
  • Tshenma
  • Land Act
  • Marriage Act
  • Driglam Namzha & Source of Law
  • Civil & Criminal Procedure Code
  • Thrimzhung Chenpo
  • Inheritance Act
  • Loan Act
  • Office Management
  • Computer Applications in English
  • Computer Application in Dzongkha

Learning Outcome: Upon the completion of the course, the Participants will be able to:

  • Understand and implement court procedures and dispense judgment
  • Manage to settle disputes and solve problems
  • Draft judicial correspondences, agreements and resolutions both in Dzongkha and English
  • Assist their organizations/courts/ offices to achieve its goals and objectives
  • Motivate and manage its people, work systems and information and other physical resources