Welcome to the Land of Cholas, Tiruchirappalli!
The Tamil Nadu National Law University (TNNLU), through its Moot Court Committee in collaboration with the Centre for Competition Law (CCL), and Eastern Book Company is proud to present the 7th edition of the TNNLU National Antitrust Moot Court Competition at its Tiruchirappalli campus.
Building upon the legacy of six successful editions, this prestigious competition has established itself as a vital platform for budding legal minds to engage with the nuanced and ever-evolving field of Competition Law. With each passing year, the moot has drawn participation from top law institutions across India, challenging participants to apply legal reasoning, strategic argumentation, and an in-depth understanding of contemporary antitrust issues.
This year, the 7th edition focuses on a theme that sits at the intersection of law, technology, and economics: The Impact of Data-Related Policies in the Social Media Space vis-à-vis Competition in the Domestic Market. As digital platforms continue to reshape competitive landscapes, the moot problem urges participants to navigate the legal complexities surrounding data regulation, market dominance, and consumer welfare in the digital age.
TNNLU’s Centre for Competition Law, empaneled by the Competition Commission of India (CCI), continues to drive high-quality research, advocacy, and education in the domain of competition and commercial laws. The moot is a reflection of this commitment aimed not only at sharpening legal acumen but also at fostering critical thinking on regulatory frameworks and market realities.
We warmly welcome 22 teams from across the nation to be a part of this intellectually stimulating event, and we look forward to hosting a celebration of advocacy, innovation, and legal excellence at the 7th TNNLU National Antitrust Moot Court Competition, 2025.
11th April, 2025 (Day-1)
3:30 PM | Registration | UG Block
The Competition began with the registration of teams, setting the stage for an engaging and competitive weekend. The Organizing Committee welcomed participants with warmth and enthusiasm, ensuring a smooth and friendly start to the event. Teams from law schools across the country arrived excitedly, ready to showcase their skills and represent their institutions. The atmosphere was filled with anticipation as students interacted with one another, shared their experiences, and prepared for the rounds ahead. The registration process not only marked the beginning of the competition but also set a positive tone for the days to come.
5:30 PM | Inaugratration Ceremony | UG Block
The event commenced with a warm welcome address by Ms. Jayashree, a member of the Moot Court Committee, who extended her best wishes to all the participants, emphasizing the invaluable experience of presenting arguments in the area of Competition Law. Following her, Mr S. Mohammed Azad, Assistant Professor of Law, Coordinator, Centre for Competition Law, TNNLU delivered the welcome address. He highlighted how the competition would sharpen their analytical skills, and deepen their understanding of Competition Law, inspiring the participants with his encouraging words.
Followed by which Mr Vikram, a senior member of the Moot Court Committee outlined the rules, regulations, and schedule of the competition ensuring all teams are well oriented with same. Afterwards, the stage was taken up by Ms P. Rajeswari, Assistant Professor of Law, Faculty in charge of the Moot Court Committee, who extended her warm welcome and reflected on the essence of mooting, the unbeatable thrill of advocacy coupled with stress and existential crises.
“Whether you win or lose,” she said “ If you’ve learned something new, made a friend, or simply enjoyed the process – you’ve already won. Take this experience with you, for it will shape you into better lawyers and thinkers. So take the experience for life and let the competition begin”.
The inauguration session ended with an intimation of the following SCC online training session by Mr. Anish Mishra, 4th Year Law Student, Student Ambassador, SCC Online.
6:00 PM | SCC Online and EBC Reader Training Session | UG Block
The SCC Online and EBC Orientation Session commenced with Mr. Anish Mishra, Student Ambassador for SCC Online and EBC Reader, addressing the participants. He began by underlining the vital role mooting plays in a law student’s academic and professional development. The session then moved into an introduction to SCC Online, beginning with foundational knowledge of how the platform functions, including keyword usage and the importance of precision in legal research. He emphasized commonly used terms such as dominant position and privacy, using the ongoing CCI issue involving WhatsApp as a practical illustration under Section 4 of the Competition Act, 2002.
Mr. Mishra explained the utility of the EBC Reader, an academic platform offering access to a wide range of legal materials including bare acts, journals, and textbooks, which can be provided through institutional subscriptions. He also guided participants through the EBC Webstore, where students can conveniently purchase legal publications. Transitioning back to SCC Online, he offered a detailed walkthrough of the Dashboard, showcasing tools available for efficient legal research.
To demonstrate the effective use of SCC Online, Mr. Mishra explored the “Find by Section” tile, using Competition Law as an example. He showed how one can access judgments specifically related to the abuse of a dominant position by entering section-based queries. The session emphasized using the right tools and precise terminology, with a live demonstration of the “Search within Search” feature to filter results, for instance, finding judgments related to both dominant position and privacy. He also covered the Case Reference tool and explained the step-by-step process of creating a case compendium, including saving judgments and compiling them for moots or research purposes while maintaining anonymity.
He further highlighted the “Curated Topics” tile using Competition Law, followed by an overview of other helpful features such as “Find by Topic,” “Find by Party Name,” and “Find by Citation”, noting that the remaining tiles are intuitive and user-friendly. The “Moot Court Resources” section was discussed at length, particularly the value of accessing the best memorials for learning drafting and argumentation techniques.
One of the session’s most engaging parts was the demonstration of word search techniques, where Mr. Mishra explained the importance of using double quotes for exact phrases and Boolean operators such as AND, OR, NOT, and NEAR for more refined searches. The Advanced Search feature was also explored through a live example to ensure clarity.
As the session wrapped up, he encouraged participants to enjoy TNNLU’s hospitality while taking necessary precautions against the unpredictable weather. The orientation not only reinforced known tools but also introduced new ways of maximizing SCC Online and EBC Reader for both mooting and legal research.
7:00 PM | Researcher Test | UG Block
After the Inauguration and the SCC Online and EBC Reader Orientation Session, the much-anticipated Researcher Test took place. This round was designed to check how well the participants understood Competition Law. The test focused on both their knowledge of legal concepts and their ability to apply them. Each researcher was given one hour to answer a set of questions that included both objective (like multiple choice) and subjective (like short and long answers) parts. The questions were thoughtfully prepared to test everything from remembering legal sections to thinking critically and writing clearly. The Researcher Test was an important step in the competition and helped set the tone for the challenging rounds to come.
This marks the end of Day 1. Stay tuned for future updates!
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