Call for Blogs | The Constitutional Law & Public Policy Blog by RMLNLU: Submissions Open!

About RMLNLU

Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow was established in 2005 by the Government of Uttar Pradesh under the U.P. Act No. 28 of 2005. The University is recognized by the Bar Council of India and the University Grants Commission.

The university offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs. These include a five-year integrated B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) program, a one-year L.L.M. program, postgraduate diploma courses, and a Ph.D. program.

About The Constitutional Law & Public Policy Blog

The Constitutional Law & Public Policy Blog (TCLPP) is an initiative of the Gender Champions Society, RMLNLU, that provides a platform for clear, evidence-based and well-argued writing on topics at the intersection of constitutional law, gender, equality, and public policy.

It publishes incisive, readable pieces that connect legal doctrine with real-world policy outcomes and social contexts. The aim is to stimulate debate, spotlight under-discussed issues, and encourage contributions from a wide range of voices.

Themes & Topics

It invites submissions on constitutional law, public policy, gender, equality, human rights, judicial analysis, statutory interpretation, socio-legal research, legislative reform, and related intersections (including comparative and international perspectives). Suggested (not exhaustive) topics include:

• Constitutional interpretation and landmark judgments
• Fundamental rights, equality and affirmative action
• Gender, sexuality and law
• Public law responses to public health, environment, privacy and technology
• Policy critiques and legislative reform proposals
• Socio-legal, empirical or doctrinal pieces with clear policy implications

Contributions that interrogate the practical impact of law and policy and offer novel insights or constructive critique are especially welcome.

Eligibility

Submissions are invited from law students and researchers, academicians and PhD scholars, practitioners (lawyers, NGO professionals, policy-makers) & other professionals with demonstrable expertise on the subject-matter

Submission Guidelines

Authors are expected to adhere to the following guidelines:

• Manuscripts should contain content that is both original and unpublished. Plagiarism is highly discouraged.
• Plagiarism above the 15% threshold & AI similarity will lead to automatic disqualification.
• Manuscripts should be submitted in Microsoft Word format.
• Manuscripts should preferably be between 900-1200 words.
• Hyperlinks are preferred wherever possible. In case a source cannot be hyperlinked, use OSCOLA 4th Edition system of citations.
• Formatting: Times New Roman, Font Size 12, Line Spacing 1.5, and Justified Alignment
• The authors are encouraged to provide a relevant photograph regarding the subject matter of the article if they wish a photographic preview in the blog-posts and social media updates.
• The copyright of the submission shall vest with TCLPP, Gender Champions, RMLNLU, which shall have exclusive publication rights.

Editorial Process & Timeline

• Rolling submissions: We accept pieces throughout the year.
• Acknowledgement: You will receive a confirmation email within 48-72 hours of receipt.
• Review: The editorial board reviews submissions and typically communicates a decision within 10–14 days of confirmation.
• Editing: The editorial team may suggest edits for clarity, style, or length. Final publication is subject to editorial approval.

How to Submit

Email your manuscript, abstract and cover letter to: [email protected]

Contact & Queries

For queries or to discuss topic-ideas before submission, email [email protected] or with subject line “ The Constitutional Law & Public Policy Blog” or contact Ayansh Gangwar, Senior Member (+91 7895 368192) or Kushagra Hingwaisa (+91 95542 23442).