Call for Papers | Conference by Dr. D.Y. Patil Unitech Society [Cash Prizes Worth Rs 22K]: Submit by Aug 25

About Dr. D.Y. Patil Unitech Society

Established in 1990, Dr. D.Y. Patil Unitech Society offers world-class education across 63 institutions on a 75-acre campus in Pune. The society provides programs in diverse fields like Architecture, Engineering, Medicine, and Law to over 15,000 students. The campus features excellent facilities, including a central library, internet access, hostels, and more. It is set in a pollution-free, green environment conducive to learning.

About Dr. D. Y. Patil Law College

Dr. D. Y. Patil Law College, established in 2001 and affiliated with Savitribai Phule Pune University, is a leading institution in legal education, recognized by the Government of Maharashtra and the Bar Council of India. Accredited with a ‘B++’ grade by NAAC and ISO certified, it offers a comprehensive curriculum, state-of-the-art facilities, and active research initiatives. The college also provides extensive internship opportunities, legal aid through its Legal Aid Centre, and hosts national-level moot court and mediation competitions.

About The Safety Chic, Nigeria

The Safety Chic, based in Nigeria, is dedicated to child safety through educational products and programs. Their signature initiative, Train Them Young (#2TYI), teaches essential safety skills to children using engaging methods. The goal is to enhance safety consciousness and reduce preventable accidents. The enterprise aims to equip children with the skills needed to protect themselves in various situations.

About RamKrishna Law Firm and Research Centre

Founded in 1994 in Chikodi, Karnataka, RamKrishna Law Firm and Research Centre specializes in legal consulting, representation, and research. Known for its expertise in legal analysis and dissemination, the firm offers personalized legal counsel and innovative solutions. It also promotes legal awareness through workshops, camps, and internships, and collaborates with institutions to advance legal services and education.

About the seminar/conference

The conference aims to be a leading forum for discussing product safety and consumer rights, bringing together industry leaders, legal experts, and advocates. It will highlight advancements in product safety, explore regulatory impacts, and propose actionable improvements. Attendees will engage in dialogues on legal frameworks, innovative technologies, and global perspectives to enhance consumer protection and education.

About Call for papers

Dr. D.Y. Patil Unitech Society invites authors for submission of papers for the virtual International Conference on “Protect and Serve: The 2024 International Conference on Product Safety and Consumer Advocacy”.

Eligibility

• General Attendees
• Students from any stream
• Research Scholars
• Academicians
• Industrialists
• Professionals

Theme

Protect and Serve: The 2024 International Conference on Product Safety and Consumer Advocacy

Sub-themes:

• Securing the Future: Enhancing Product Safety in the Digital Realm
• Guardians of Growth: Advancing Safety Standards for Children’s

Products

• Green Guard: Integrating Sustainability with Product Safety
• The Impact of Product Safety Standards on International Trade Laws in

Children’s Products

• Any other relevant topic
• The Economics of Product Safety in the Children’s Product Industry: A

Global Perspective

• Product Safety and Consumer Behaviour: An Economic Analysis of

Parental Decision-Making

• Global Harmonization: Cross-Border Strategies for Product Safety and

Consumer Protection

• Influencing Safety: The Role of Social Media Influencers in Product

Safety and Consumer Protection

• Ensuring Compliance: Strengthening Enforcement Mechanisms for

Enhanced Product Safety

Submission Categories

These define the different types of submissions being sought for the conference or publication:

• Title Page: Information required on the title page of the submission.
• Abstract: A summary of the paper that outlines the key points and findings.
• Full Paper: The complete research paper including formatting and citation requirements.

Formatting Guidelines

These detail how the submission should be formatted:

Title Page:

• Title of Paper
• Author’s name, institutional affiliation, and contact details
• Co-author’s name (if any)
• Brief bio (up to 150 words)
• Disclaimer: The work is original and not under consideration elsewhere

Abstract:

• Maximum length: 500 words
• Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt
• Line spacing: 1.5
• Footnotes: Times New Roman, 10 pt, single line spacing

Full Paper:

• Length: 3000-6000 words
• Formatting:
• Headings:
• Level 1: Times New Roman, 12 pt, Bold, All Caps, Left Align, Numbered I, II, III
• Level 2: Times New Roman, 12 pt, Bold, Left Align, Numbered 1, 2, 3
• Level 3: Times New Roman, 12 pt, Italics, Left Align, Numbered i, ii, iii
• Level 4: Times New Roman, 12 pt, Left Align, Numbered a, b, c
• Text: Times New Roman, 12 pt, Justified, 1.5” Spacing, 1” indent
• Quotes: Times New Roman, 12 pt, Justified, 1” Spacing, 0.5” indent
• Footnotes: Times New Roman, 10 pt, Justified, 1” Spacing

Citation Style:

• Oxford Standard for Citation of Legal Authorities (4th Edn, 2012)
• Citations should be in footnotes, not endnotes.

Submission Guidelines

These provide instructions on how to submit your work:

Title Page & Abstract Submission Deadline: August 10, 2024

Full Paper Requirements:

• Minimum length: 3000 words; maximum length: 6000 words
• Conform to Oxford citation style.
• All submissions are subject to a plagiarism check as per UGC norms.

Publication:

• Selected papers will be published in an ISBN-edited book.
• All papers undergo a blind review process.

Awards

• Best Paper: 10,000 INR
• 2nd Best Paper: 7,000 INR
• Best Presenter Award: 5,000 INR

Additional Notes:

• Authors can withdraw their paper from the edited volume after selection.
• Abstracts selected for presentation will be included in Conference Proceedings.
• E-certificates will be awarded to attendees, presenters, and award winners.

Important Dates

• Title Page & Abstract Submission: August 25, 2024
• Confirmation of Abstract Selection: August 30, 2024
• Registration as Presenter: September 5, 2024
• Full Paper Submission: September 15, 2024
• Registration as Delegate/Participant: September 18, 2024
• Conference Dates: September 20-21, 2024

Registration Fees

• Delegates: Rs. 500/- INR ($10) (No additional fees for presentation of the paper if publication is not required.)
• Publication Fees: Publication fees are an additional Rs. 1500/- INR.
• Thus, delegates who choose to publish their manuscript shall pay a total of Rs. 2000/- INR ($25)

Account details

• Name of Account Holder: Shivanjali Mane
• Name of Bank: Bank of India (BOI)
• Branch: Gadhinglaj
• Account Number: 092618210005070
• IFSC Code : BKID0000926
• Swift Code: BKIDINBB
• UPI Id- 7083646042@ybl

Registration Procedure

Click Here To Register.

Contact Information

• Murali Manjrekar – +91 6363521603
• Asst. Prof. Samrudhee Shah – +91 7588858761
• Nivedita Roy – +91 8587859783
• Rohan Lokhande – +91 7507070345
• Gautam Patel – +91 9755755682

The official website is here and the brochure is here.