2nd National Article Writing Competition on Constitutional Conundrums by Amity Law School [Prizes Worth Rs 10k+]: Register by Nov 20

About Amity Law School

Amity Law School has been established under Amity University, Patna to achieve world-class legal education in the state and the country. In its constant pursuit of excellence, it is always endeavoring to create a legacy of leadership, professional Acumen, and excellence. The school strives to exceed the benchmarks of educational standards and constantly innovates in its processes and methodologies in legal education.

About the Opportunity

Amity Law School Patna is organizing its 2nd National Article Writing Competition on the theme “Constitutional conundrums: A Juridical Analysis”. The competition is intended to provide a platform for law students across the country to participate and showcase their research and writing skills and abilities.

Eligibility

Students, Scholars, and Academicians pursuing any degree/course from a recognized university can participate in the competition.

Theme

Constitutional conundrums: A Juridical Analysis

Sub-themes

• Individual rights vis-à-vis collective rights
• Privacy vis-à-vis surveillance
• State action and Proportionality test
• Coloniality and Constitution
• Legislative process and money bills

NOTE: The above-mentioned list of sub-themes is merely illustrative and not exhaustive and hence any other submission pertinent to the theme may be accorded consideration.

Prizes

• 1st Prize: Certificate of Excellence + 5100/- Cash Prize
• 2nd Prize: Certificate of Excellence + 3100/- Cash Prize
• 3rd Prize: Certificate of Excellence + 2100/- Cash Prize
• A certificate of participation shall be issued to all the participants on the successful submission of the article.
• Top entries may also be published in the form of an edited book bearing an ISBN depending on the quality of the entry.

Formatting Guidelines

• The article should be typed in Times New Roman, Font Size 12, and Line Spacing 1.5, justified.
• The footnotes must be typed in Times New Roman, Font Size 10, and Line Spacing 1.
• The margin on each side shall be 2.54 cm i.e. 1 inch
• All submissions must follow the Bluebook 20th edition for citation

Submission Guidelines

• The Article must be submitted in English only, not exceeding 3500 words (Excluding footnotes).
• Co-authorship up to only two members is allowed.
• The article must be the original work of the authors. The article published elsewhere or selected/ submitted for publication elsewhere/ failing in our plagiarism check systems and procedures shall lead to immediate disqualification.
• The organizers reserve the right to cancel/disqualify any of the entries if found in violation of the guidelines for Submission.
• In all matters related to the Competition, the decision of the  Panel and Amity Law School shall be final and conclusive.
• The body of the e-mail must specify the Name, Address, e-mail id, Contact number, and name of the College/ University along with the address and class of the Participant.
• The essay should not contain names or any other marks which reveal the identity of the author.
• The article must be attached in ‘.doc’ or ‘.docx’ format.

Important Dates

• Opening of Registration November 21st, 2023
• Last Date of Registration November 21st, 2023
• Last Date of Submission November 21st, 2023
• Result Declaration November 25th, 2023

Registration Fee

No registration fee will be charged from the participants.

Submission Procedure

Click Here to Submit.

Further, they have to submit their respective articles by email to [email protected] with the subject “Submission for the ALS National Article Writing Competition- 2023” 

Contact information

• Faculty Co-ordinator: Khushbu Prasad, Assistant Professor of Law,
• Amity University Campus, Bailey Road, Rupaspur, Patna – 801503.
• Email ID: [email protected]
• Mobile Number: +91 8789015803
• Or Email at – [email protected]

The official brochure is here.