RPNLU, Prayagraj Becomes Founding Member of BRICS Law Schools Consortium After Signing MoU in Moscow

December, Moscow — Dr. Rajendra Prasad National Law University (RPNLU), Prayagraj has marked a major milestone in its journey towards international academic collaboration by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the BRICS Law Schools Consortium on 2 December 2025 in Moscow, Russia. With this landmark agreement, RPNLU has officially become one of the founding members of the prestigious global forum.

The MoU was signed by Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor Sr. Prof. (Dr.) Usha Tandon, representing RPNLU, Prayagraj. The BRICS Law Schools Consortium is hosted by the Law Faculty of HSE University, Moscow, Russia, and brings together leading law schools and institutions from BRICS nations to promote academic collaboration, research excellence, and legal innovation.

About the BRICS Law Schools Consortium

The BRICS Law Schools Consortium is a dynamic association dedicated to the comparative study of legal systems of BRICS countries. Its core focus lies in analyzing similarities and differences among BRICS legal frameworks while identifying strategic areas for cooperation. Through collaborative research and expert dialogue, the Consortium seeks to deepen understanding of BRICS jurisdictions and strengthen global legal discourse.

Key Objectives of the Consortium

The BRICS Law Schools Consortium aims to:

• Accumulate knowledge about the legal systems of BRICS countries and identify promising areas of cooperation
• Promote academic mobility and cultural exchange
• Expand academic and research cooperation
• Conduct joint training programs for professional international lawyers
• Exchange experience and best practices in legal education
• Develop and improve legal instruments for BRICS states and businesses
• Provide legal support for regional development strategies across BRICS nations

Scope of Collaboration Under the MoU

By signing the MoU, the participating parties expressed their shared commitment to fostering cooperation through academic and educational activities aligned with the spirit of BRICS, rooted in mutual respect, understanding, and reciprocity. The agreement lays the foundation for the establishment and active functioning of the BRICS Law Schools Consortium.

The collaboration may include, but is not limited to:

• Joint research initiatives
• Academic exchanges of students and faculty
• Collaborative teaching programs
• Joint publications
• Knowledge sharing in the field of law

Vice-Chancellor’s Vision for Global Legal Education

Speaking on the occasion, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor Sr. Prof. (Dr.) Usha Tandon highlighted the importance of the collaboration, stating:

“The association with the BRICS Law Schools Consortium marks an important step in RPNLU’s commitment to globally engaged legal education and research. This collaboration will enable meaningful comparative legal scholarship, strengthen academic exchange, and prepare our students and faculty to contribute effectively to international legal discourse while remaining rooted in constitutional values and social responsibility.”

Under her visionary leadership, RPNLU, Prayagraj has steadily expanded its international outreach through academic collaborations and participation in global legal forums.

Strengthening RPNLU’s International Identity

The University had earlier signed an MoU with the Faculty of Law, University of Pretoria, aimed at meaningful academic exchange. The present association with the BRICS Law Schools Consortium further reinforces RPNLU’s commitment to advancing legal education through global collaboration and nurturing globally competent legal professionals.

This MoU significantly strengthens the growing international identity of Dr. Rajendra Prasad National Law University, Prayagraj, positioning it as an active contributor to international legal education, research, and policy discourse.