K. N. Nagegowda Law College, Mandya (Old name “Shanti Law College)

K. N. Nagegowda Law College in Mandya – previously known as Shanti Law College – was established in 2002 under the name of K. N. Nagegowda, a respected local leader and former minister who aimed to make legal education accessible to rural students . The college is a private institution affiliated with Karnataka State Law University (formerly University of Mysore) and is approved by the Bar Council of India .

Specializing in a full‑time three‑year LL.B. program with sixty seats, the college admits students strictly on the basis of merit. It is especially known for cultivating analytical and logical reasoning skills in aspiring legal professionals . The campus, located in Malavalli near Mandya, is compact but well‑equipped, offering a library, moot court hall, computer lab with Internet access, cafeteria, and spaces for extracurricular activities .

KNNLC prides itself on maintaining a modern learning environment supported by IT infrastructure and regular moot court exercises. Despite its rural setting, the college demonstrates a strong commitment to educational standards and practical training, benefiting from the vision of its namesake founder