Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheswara Law College (SDM Law College) 3.83

Dharmasthala is a famous templetown on the bank of river Nethravathi with a magnificent backdrop of western ghats. The place is known for its religious sanctity and religious harmony. Here Dharma is expressed in the form of Dana (Charity) and lakhs of devotees pray here for the blessings of Lord Manjunatha Swamy. Having a history of more than several centuries, this abode of Dharma has become a shining example of rich Indian cultural heritage.

"Nyaya Dana " is one of the important aspects of the functioning of Dharmasthala. So it was not a surprise hat when the S.D.M. Educational Trust initiated the move to start a Law college, it gathered special significance throughout the State of Karnataka . The educational institutions run by Dharmasthala have found a special place because of their concern for quality and discipline.

In 1974 the college commenced under the Mysore University . The responsibility of starting this new institution was efficiently handled by the then Principal Prof. N. J. Kadamba and in the beginning it started functioning in Besant women's college.

Within a span of 2 years the Management constructed a new building with all the necessary infrastructure at a very prominent location. The new building was inaugurated by the then Judge of Supreme Court of India, Hon'ble Mr. Justice Late K.S. Hegde.

Mangalore University became the first University to introduce the 5 years L.L.B. in the whole of Karnataka State . Our interest in bringing seriousness and professionalism depended on the commitment of the Management to do the best and the enthusiasm of the teachers to work with devotion.