Call for Papers | International Conference on 75 Years of Constitution of India by RGNUL, Punjab: Submit by Aug 1

About RGNUL, Punjab

The Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab (Patiala) was established by the Punjab State Legislature through the passage of the Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab Act, 2006 (Punjab Act No. 12 of 2006). The Act incorporated a Law University of National stature in Punjab, thereby fulfilling the need for a Centre of Excellence in legal education in the modern era of globalisation and liberalisation. The University acquired the approval of the Bar Council of India (BCI) in July 2006. In May 2015, the University became the first and only NLU to get accreditation by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an ‘A’ grade.

About Conference

The Constitution of India, which became fully operative on 26 January 1950, laid down the foundation of the Rule of Law with all the dimensions of justice- social, economic or adjudicative. In its dynamic and unrelenting formation of seventy-five years, it endeavoured to consolidate the Human Rights instinct and all cornered justice guided with liberty, freedom and brotherhood. It is the philosophical guide of our unparalleled Republic. The Constitution of India, read in conjunction with the preamble, assimilated all phases of individual life, socio-economic aspects to the international friendship.

Ensuring panacea for all kinds of diversities existing in our society, it constitutes a threat to inter-sectional and even contradictory thoughts embedded in India’s Socio-Economic and cultural diversity. Our constitution adequately ensures the unity, integrity and sovereignty of the country at the same time leaving full scope for a participative democracy from the top parliament to the grassroots Panchayat. In a nutshell, the Constitution of India is the ‘Sagar in Gagan’. The conference additionally reinforces the objectives of making justice not just accessible but also participatory, compassionate, and transformative.

Target Audience/Eligibility

• Judges
• Advocates
• Academicians
• Law Students
• Government Officials and Policymakers
• Members and Officers of Legal Services Authorities
• NGOs and human rights organisations

Theme and Sub-Themes

• The Constitution of India and the Constitutions of Developed Countries like U.S.A, UK, Canada, Australia, Switzerland, France, Germany, Japan and other Countries
• The Constitution of India and the of Constitution of the Developing Countries
• The Constitution of India and the Constitutions of Underdeveloped Countries
• The Constitution of India and International Relations
• The Constitution of India and International Law
• The Constitution of India: Development, Directions & Dimensions
• Constitutionalism in India: Theoretical Foundations
• Federalism and Power Sharing: Lessons from Major Constitutions
• Asymmetric Federalism: Models Across Jurisdictions
• Social Justice: Comparative Perspectives
• Judicial Appointments: Comparative Perspectives
• Judicial Independence: Comparative Perspectives
• Secularism and Religious Freedom: Contemporary Developments
• Local Governance: India and Abroad
• Constitutional Perspectives on Decolonisation of Indian Law
• The Constitution of India and Indian Knowledge Systems
• Basic Structure and Constitutional Identity of India
• Constitution and Human Rights in major Constitutions of the World
• Constitutional Justice and Social Equity: Promise v. Practice
• Constitutional Amendments: Comparative Perspectives
• Legal Aid and Access to Justice: Comparative Innovations andDevelopments

Submission Guidelines

• Submission must be an original work of the author(s).
• A maximum of two authors is allowed per paper.
• A brief bio-note (maximum 150 words) of the authors to be submitted during the Registration process, detailing the designation and institutional affiliation of the
• author(s).
• A self-declaration must be submitted along with the full paper stating that the paper is an original work of the author (s) and that it has not been published/sent for publication anywhere else.
• Selected Manuscripts will be invited for presentation.
• Presenters are required to submit their PowerPoint presentations along with the full paper.
• The details filled in during the registration process shall be used for certification purposes. No request for change will be entertained later.

Formatting Guidelines

• The abstract must range between 300 to 500 words, outlining the methodology and the tentative outcomes of the research.
• The abstract must contain 4-5 key words.
• Full Paper: The word limit for full paper submission is 4000-6000 words.
• File must be in Microsoft Word editable format (.doc/.docx).
• The Citation style to be followed is the Harvard Bluebook 21st Edition. Font: Times New Roman, Size: 12, Spacing: 1.5, Alignment: Justified. Title must be font size 14, Times New Roman and bold.

Registration Process and Fees

• The Conference will be held in hybrid mode. The registration fee is Rs. 1180/- (including GST) for online and Rs. 2360/- (including GST) for offline. No request for refund shall be entertained post the payment of registration fees.
• Co-authors shall register individually.
• Registration fee for offline participants doesn’t include boarding and logistical charges.
• No request for refund shall be entertained post the payment of registration fees.
• The Participants are required to pay the registration fee by clicking on the below mentioned ‘Registration Link’.
• The Abstract is to be submitted using the ‘Submission Link’ only.

SUBMISSION LINK

REGISTRATION LINK

Important Dates

• Last Date for Abstract Submission: August 01, 2025
• Last Date for Shortlisting of Abstracts: August 05, 2025
• Last Date for Registration: August 20, 2025
• Last Date for Submission of Final Manuscript: August 20, 2025

Contact Information

[email protected] OR Aadesh Singh (+919598226996)

The brochure is here.