Most Expected Legal GK Topics for CLAT 2026
The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) places a significant emphasis on current affairs with legal relevance. Legal GK does not require detailed knowledge of the law but focuses on awareness of recent legal developments, landmark judgments, constitutional amendments, and important legislative changes. Based on recent trends and ongoing national and international developments, the following are the most expected Legal GK topics for CLAT 2026:
1. Important Supreme Court Judgments (2023–2025)
Stay updated with landmark and constitutionally significant rulings. Focus on:
- Same-Sex Marriage Verdict: The Supreme Court’s stance and constitutional interpretation.
- Electoral Bonds Verdict (2024): Key takeaways on transparency and political funding.
- Article 370 and J&K Reorganization: Implications of the judgment and federalism.
- Demonetization Verdict (2023): Legality of retrospective validation of executive decisions.
- Right to Privacy and Aadhaar: Evolving jurisprudence on personal data protection.
2. Recent Legislations and Amendments
Track new and controversial laws, especially those with social, economic, or constitutional impact:
- Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023: Rights of individuals and obligations of data processors.
- Women’s Reservation Bill (Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam): Constitutional implications and rollout.
- New Criminal Laws (Replacing IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act): Bharat Nyaya Sanhita and others.
- Uniform Civil Code (UCC) debates: Legal arguments and implementation challenges.
3. Constitutional Developments
- Basic Structure Doctrine: Still relevant due to its frequent citation.
- Doctrine of Separation of Powers: Judiciary vs Executive tensions (e.g., judicial appointments).
- Federalism and Centre-State Relations: Examples from GST disputes, Governor roles, etc.
4. Legal Aspects of Technology and AI
- AI and Regulation: Ethical concerns, legal liability, and India’s preparedness.
- Deepfakes and Misinformation: Legal remedies and gaps in regulation.
- Cybersecurity Laws and Data Sovereignty: Increasing relevance in a digitally driven society.
5. International Legal Issues
- Israel-Palestine Conflict (2023–2024) and international humanitarian law.
- Russia-Ukraine War and its legal implications under international law.
- ICJ and ICC cases involving human rights violations.
6. Important National & International Legal Personalities
- Current Chief Justice of India and prominent SC judges.
- Indian members in international legal bodies (e.g., ICJ, UNHRC).
- Nobel Peace Prize winners with legal backgrounds.
7. Legal Reforms and Policy Initiatives
- Judicial Reforms: Issues like pendency of cases, e-courts, and judicial accountability.
- Legal Education Reforms: New proposals by BCI or National Education Policy 2020.
- Environmental Laws: SC rulings on climate, mining, and forest conservation.
Preparation Tips
- Read The Hindu, Indian Express, and legal news columns regularly.
- Follow websites like PRS India, LiveLaw, The Indian Law and Bar & Bench.
- Revise monthly current affairs magazines with legal sections (e.g., CLAT Post or GKToday).
- Practice MCQs and passage-based questions on recent judgments and laws.
