24th Dinesh Vyas Memorial Government Law College National Legal Essay Competition 2026–27 [Cash Prizes Rs 60K]: Register by Nov 15
The Magazine Committee of Government Law College, Mumbai, is inviting entries for the 24th Dinesh Vyas Memorial Government Law College National Legal Essay Competition 2026–27. The competition offers cash prizes of up to Rs. 20,000 and is open to eligible law students in India and abroad.
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About Government Law College, Mumbai
With a heritage spanning over 150 years, Government Law College, Mumbai, has been regarded as a premier institution for legal education since its establishment in 1855. The College has a distinguished academic tradition and has produced several eminent judges, distinguished lawyers, statesmen and activists who have contributed to the legal profession and social development.
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The institution provides an academic environment that encourages interaction between students and distinguished members of the legal fraternity, contributing to the development of legal knowledge and professional skills.
About the Magazine Committee of Government Law College, Mumbai
The Magazine Committee of Government Law College, Mumbai, curates the institution’s annual publication, méLAWnge. First published in 1930, the magazine has documented the development of legal thought and India’s evolving legal landscape.
Through its annual publication, the Committee seeks to bring together contributions from students, professors, lawyers, judges and distinguished alumni, providing a platform for diverse perspectives on legal and contemporary issues.
About the Dinesh Vyas Public Charitable Trust
The Dinesh Vyas Public Charitable Trust was established on December 16, 2020, with the objective of promoting education across diverse fields. The Trust aims to support educational initiatives through scholarships, fellowships, sponsorship of societies and competitions, e-learning, vocational learning and the development of educational infrastructure.
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The Trust has been associated with the Magazine Committee of Government Law College, Mumbai, by sponsoring the Dinesh Vyas Memorial Government Law College National Legal Essay Competition. The competition aims to encourage legal research and analytical skills among students.
About the Competition
The Magazine Committee of Government Law College, Mumbai, is organising the 24th Dinesh Vyas Memorial Government Law College National Legal Essay Competition 2026–27.
The competition is conducted annually at the national level to encourage legal writing, research and critical analysis among law students. It provides participants with an opportunity to examine contemporary legal issues and present their arguments through original research-based essays.
Eligibility
The competition is open to students across all years pursuing the following courses:
- Five-year integrated law course.
- Three-year LL.B. course.
- LL.M. course.
Students enrolled in any recognised university in India for the academic year 2026–27 are eligible to participate. Students pursuing equivalent law degrees abroad are also eligible.
Theme
Participants are required to choose one of the following five topics for their essays:
1. Electoral Reform
Examine the Constitutional Tensions Surrounding the Special Intensive Revision Exercise and the Electoral Integrity and Independence of the Election Commission of India, in light of the Supreme Court’s Judgment in Association for Democratic Reforms & Ors. versus Election Commission of India & Ors. (2026 INSC 564).
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2. Artificial Intelligence
The Future of AI Governance: Envisioning India’s Policy for AI Regulation through a Comparative Analysis of Global Statutory Frameworks.
3. International Relations
When International Legal Obligations Fail: Analyse the Ongoing South Sudan Crisis to Extrapolate the Substantive and Procedural Gaps in International Humanitarian Law.
4. Equality, Justice and Secularism
Many Codes to Rule the Many: Examine the Constitutional Debate Surrounding India’s Recent Push for a Uniform Civil Code, in Light of Various UCC Implementations (upcoming and pre-existing), Across the States of India.
5. Gender Justice and Privacy
The Conflict Between Self-Identification and Identity Policing Under the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026: Analyse the Concerns of Breach of Privacy, Exploitation and Hyper-Surveillance in the Indian Paradigm by Comparing the Status Quo Across Countries.
Submission Categories
The press release does not specify separate submission categories for the competition.
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Prizes
The following cash prizes will be awarded to the selected entries:
- First Prize: Rs. 20,000
- Second Prize: Rs. 15,000
- Third Prize: Rs. 10,000
- Consolation Prize: Rs. 7,500
- Consolation Prize: Rs. 7,500
Formatting Guidelines
Participants must adhere to the following formatting requirements while preparing their essays:
- Language: English
- Originality: Submissions must be original and unpublished works of the author.
- Font: Times New Roman
- Font Size: 12
- Line Spacing: 1.5
- Margins: One inch on all sides
- Paper Size: A4
- Word Limit: 5,000 words, inclusive of footnotes
- Citation Style: OSCOLA, 5th Edition
- Citation Font Size: 10
- Citation Spacing: 1.0
- Citation Font: Times New Roman
- Alignment: Justified
Additional Requirements:
- Plagiarism exceeding 15% will result in automatic disqualification.
- The use of artificial intelligence to write or rephrase content will result in disqualification.
- The submission document must be titled with the chosen topic along with the participant’s team code.
- Participants must not disclose their names or any other identifying information in the submission document. Entries containing such information will be rejected and disqualified.
Selection Guidelines
The entries will be evaluated with particular consideration given to the following aspects:
- Coherence of the essay.
- Quality of analysis.
- Quality of arguments.
- Depth of research.
- Quality of literature cited.
Submission Guidelines
Participants must ensure that their submissions comply with the prescribed formatting, originality, plagiarism and anonymity requirements.
Essays must be original and unpublished works. Participants must also ensure that their submissions follow the prescribed word limit and citation style.
Important Dates
- Registration Deadline: November 15, 2026
- Submission Deadline: December 26, 2026
- Declaration of Results: First week of February
Registration Fees
The registration fees for participation are as follows:
- Single Authorship: Rs. 100
- Co-Authorship: Rs. 150
The registration fee is non-refundable.
Registration Process
Interested participants are required to complete the registration process through the official registration form.
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Submission Procedure
Participants must submit their essays through the designated submission form. Entries must be submitted within the prescribed deadline.
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Contact Information
For queries regarding the competition, participants may contact:
- Email: [email protected]
- Abhigyan: 7249285175
- Dharini: 7400176758
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