Essay Writing Competition on Issues related to Social Justice, Discrimination and Right to Equality by GNLU [Cash Prizes Rs 6K]: Submit by Oct 13

About the Equal Opportunity Cell

The Equal Opportunity Cell (EOC) at GNLU has been established to support students from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Groups (SEDGs) and other marginalised communities, to foster equality, social justice, and academic excellence. The EOC aims to address the specific needs of these communities, whose members have historically faced discrimination and marginalisation.

As per the provisions of the Indian Constitution, special measures are in place to ensure that these groups have equal opportunities in education, employment, and societal participation. The EOC plays a crucial role in implementing these measures within the academic environment at GNLU. The central objective of the EOC is to empower students to achieve their rightful place in mainstream society by improving their social, educational, and professional standing.

About the Competition

The Competition aims to promote awareness and critical thinking about social justice and equal opportunity, values which are integral in shaping future legal professionals. The purpose of this competition is to encourage students to engage in meaningful discourse on the principles of equality and inclusion. Participants will have an opportunity to analyze contemporary issues, propose solutions, and contribute to the broader conversation on creating a just and inclusive society. 

Eligibility

The essay writing competition is open to all undergraduate and postgraduate students who are currently enrolled in a course of study at any institution recognized by any University in India.  

Themes for the Competition

1. Challenges to the Right to Equality in the 21st Century 
2. Enhancing Inclusivity in Society – legal and Policy Framework 
3. The Role of Higher Educational Institutions in Combating Gender-Based Discrimination 
4. The Role of Scholarships and Financial Aid in Promoting Equal Opportunities 
5. Workplace Discrimination in the Gig Economy 
6. The Role of Social Media in Shaping Social Justice Narratives in India 
7. Breaking Barriers: How Education Can Promote Equality 
8. Bridging the Gap: Policies and Practices for Social Inclusion in Universities 
9. The Role of Law in Ensuring Equal Opportunities for Marginalized Communities 
10. The Evolution of Anti-Discrimination Laws in India 
11. Universal Design for Learning: Making Campuses Inclusive for All

Awards

In order to promote and reward deserving submissions, following awards have been decided:

• First Prize: ₹3000 
• Second Prize: ₹2000 
• Third Prize: ₹1000

Last Date of Submission

October 13, 2025, at 11:59 PM

General Guidelines

1. Only single authorship is permitted.  
2. Submissions must be analytical, and focused on contemporary relevance, presenting well-reasoned arguments supported by evidence.
3. All submitted content must be original and must not be sent to any other platform for publication.
4. All the submissions shall be subject to Plagiarism and AI check. The plagiarism limit is 10% following UGC Guidelines.
5. The Author is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of facts, opinions, and data in their submissions. Submissions must not contain defamatory, offensive, abusive or derogatory content.

Formatting Guidelines

1. Word limit: 1800-2000 words, excluding the footnotes.
2. Font style – Times New Roman.
3. Font size – 14 for Headings, 12 for Body, 10 for Footnotes.
4. Line Spacing – 1.5 for Body, 1.0 for Footnotes.
5. Citation Style – Bluebook 20^th Edition
6. Margins – 1 inch (i.e., 2.54 cm) on each side.

Submission Guidelines

1. All submissions must be made via Google Form. Submissions made through email shall not be considered.
2. The name of the document should be in the following format: (Title of the Paper – Author Name).
3. Essays should be submitted in docx. or .pdf format.

Contact Info

Participants may reach out to [email protected]. For any further queries or clarifications, please contact:

Mr. Awaneesh Kumar, Student Convenor (he/him) (+91 9555908039)

Ms. Khushboo Parmar, Student Convenor (she/her) (+91 9879353211)