Call for Blogs | Centre for Corporate Laws and Governance, DNLU: Submission Open!

About DNLU

Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur (M.P.) ‘DNLU’ is one of the leading and premier law institutes imparting legal education and research. The University was established in 2018 by the Madhya Pradesh Dharmashastra National Law University Act, 24 of 2018, to advance the cause of legal education and achieve excellence as a university for imparting value-based legal education. The university emphasises advocacy skills with professional ethics by providing suitable simulation exercises. The Hon’ble Chief Justice of Madhya Pradesh High Court is the Chancellor of the University.

About the Centre for Corporate Laws and Governance

A corporate entity’s importance in the economic, political, and social milieu can never be underestimated, and hence, an efficient corporate legal framework is of considerable importance. Corporate law and corporate law scholarship have grown tremendously in the recent era. Corporate laws govern the rights, relationships, and conduct of individuals, corporations, organisations, and businesses.

India has a plethora of laws that govern corporate entities, along with various regulators and agencies that control their corporate activities. Presently, these laws, as well as the regulatory bodies, are constantly working towards ensuring ease of doing business while keeping in check the unscrupulous activities of corporate entities. The Centre for Corporate Laws and Governance aims to act as a multidisciplinary forum for research, analysis, and discussion of various issues in corporate law and governance emerging from time to time in India and around the world.

About the Blog

The Centre for Corporate Laws and Governance, Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur, invites academicians, legal practitioners and students to contribute blogs on contemporary developments in corporate law and governance.

The corporate legal landscape is rapidly evolving due to globalisation, regulatory reforms, technological advancements, and shifting stakeholder expectations. It aims to provide critical insights into corporate governance structures, financial regulations, compliance mechanisms, and emerging legal challenges in corporate law. Recent developments, such as Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations, corporate social responsibility (CSR), institutional investor influence, and financial market digitalisation, have reshaped the governance framework. Additionally, complexities in mergers and acquisitions, shareholder activism, insolvency and bankruptcy, and FinTech regulation demand deeper scholarly and professional engagement. Contributors are encouraged to explore judicial precedents, legislative reforms, and policy critiques. All submissions will undergo a rigorous peer-review process.

Eligibility

The blog submissions are open for Academicians, Students, and Legal Practitioners.

Themes

• Corporate Governance in the Age of ESG
• Role of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in Sustainable Development
• The Future of Corporate Liability under Environmental Laws
• Corporate Fraud and White-Collar Crimes in India
• Corporate Law in the Era of Artificial Intelligence and Automation
• Cross-Border Insolvency: Need for a Uniform Legal Framework in India
• The Role of Independent Directors in Enhancing Corporate Accountability
• Securities Market Reforms and Their Impact on Fundraising in India
• The Impact of ESG Ratings on Corporate Governance and Shareholder Activism
• Corporate Social Responsibility in Emerging Markets: Balancing Profit with Purpose
• Corporate ESG Strategies in Developing Economies
• Corporate Greenwashing and Accountability
• Governance Challenges in ESG Implementation
• How Board Size Affects Decision-Making in Large Corporations
• The Role of Incentive-Based Compensation in Improving Corporate Governance \
• Shareholder Activism in Emerging Markets: Governance Implications
• How CSR Affects Corporate Risk Management Practices
• Better Data Infrastructure and its Impact on Agile Boards
• Corporations Nurturing and Attracting Young Talent

Important Dates

Submissions are to be done on a Rolling Basis

Submission Guidelines

• Submissions are to be made in MS Word and PDF format through the provided Form.
• The manuscript must be an original, unpublished work of the participants.
• Word limit: 2000–3000 words.
• Formatting: Times New Roman, Font Size 12, Line Spacing 1.5, Justified alignment.
• Headings and Sub-headings (CAPS, BOLD) must be appropriately numbered 
• Referencing Style: Hyperlink the sources.
• Plagiarism beyond 15% will lead to disqualification & Use of AI is strictly prohibited.
• Copyright of the submission shall remain with CCLG, DNLU.

Click Here to Submit.

Publication Ethic Statement

Authors and editors share a mutual commitment to maintaining the integrity, fairness, and transparency of scholarly publishing.

Authors

Authors must report original work in a truthful and precise manner. All assertions, statistics, procedures, and references must be accurate, verifiable, and sufficient to permit reproducibility. Repetitive or duplicate publications are strictly prohibited, and related work must be properly acknowledged. Any financial, institutional, or personal conflicts of interest must be fully disclosed at the time of submission. If AI-assisted tools are used during drafting or analysis, this must be clearly stated, with full responsibility for the final content resting on the author. In case of significant errors discovered after publication, authors are obligated to promptly inform the editor and cooperate in publishing corrections or retractions.

Editors

Editors must evaluate submissions impartially, without bias related to the authors’ background or institutional affiliation. They are responsible for identifying and managing conflicts of interest, recusing themselves or delegating review when appropriate. Editors must ensure a fair and timely peer review process, maintain confidentiality, and take decisive action against misconduct, including plagiarism, duplicate submissions, or falsified data, by adopting appropriate corrective or retraction measures.

Contact Info

In case of any queries, please feel free to reach out to [email protected].