Call for Papers | International Conference on Law, Technology and Society by Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University: Submit by July 10

About The University

Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University Kanpur, a premier landmark of higher education in Uttar Pradesh, is named after the great social reformer Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj, also known as Rajarshi Shahu. The university stands as a beacon of excellence in higher education, proudly holding an NAAC A++ accreditation and classified under the UGC Grade-I category. Under the dynamic leadership of our Vice Chancellor, Prof. Vinay Kumar Pathak, who also serves as the President of the Association of Indian Universities, the institution has fostered a vibrant academic environment that encourages innovation and research.

About Atal Bihari Vajpayee School of Legal Studies

Atal Bihari Vajpayee School of Legal Studies, Kanpur, stands for excellence in legal education and was established in 2017 under the illustrious banner of Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, Kanpur. The premier law school is set up with a mission to pioneer legal education reforms and to anchor the transformation of the Indian legal system through research and policy interventions.

It offers five-year integrated Undergraduate Programmes like BA. LL. B.(Honours), B.B.A. LL.B. (Honours), Three-Year LL.B. (Honours), and one-year and two-year LL.M. programmes with specializations in Business Law, Criminal Law, and Constitutional Law. The department also offers a Ph.D. in Law.

The curriculum and pedagogy are designed around the latest quality initiatives in legal education in India. These are imparted through multitalented, qualified, competent and enthusiastic faculty. Those efforts are reciprocated by the participation of all the stakeholders, including the members of the Bar and Bench, the corporate sector and national experts.

Atal Bihari Vajpayee School of Legal Studies, Kanpur aims at creating world-class professionals, committed academicians and law reformers, training justice dispensers, invigorating community crusaders and creating a strong watershed of new and upcoming expertise in law.

Conference Overview

The International Conference on Law, Technology and Society: Emerging Issues and Interdisciplinary Perspectives aims to bridge the gap between legal theory and technological practice by fostering dialogue among legal scholars, technologists, ethicists, and policymakers. Conference will explore a wide range of anticipated issues, including algorithmic decision-making and its implications for justice and accountability; the legal dimensions of cybersecurity and data privacy; intellectual property challenges in the age of digital innovation; ethical concerns surrounding the deployment of autonomous systems; and the varying regulatory responses to disruptive technologies across different jurisdictions.

This conference will facilitate a cross-disciplinary exchange of ideas, bringing together experts from law, technology and social sciences to explore innovative legal solutions to modern challenges. This conference will foster academic discourse, encourage policy-oriented discussions, and provide a networking opportunity for global experts.

The event will be conducted in a hybrid format, allowing for participation from international speakers, researchers, and scholars, both in-person and virtually. It will include keynote speeches, plenary sessions, paper presentations, expert panel discussions, and interactive workshops. This event will bring together a diverse collection of scholarly and practice-based contributions that will critically examine the complex and evolving relationship between law and emerging technologies.

Through this initiative, we aim to create a knowledge-sharing ecosystem where research and practical legal solutions converge to shape the future of governance, justice, and law in the digital era.

Eligibility

Submissions are open to:

• Students (UG, PG, and Ph.D. candidates)
• Research scholars
• Academicians
• Industry experts from the law and social science fields

Note: For UG/PG/ Ph.D. students, there is no bar on the number of participants from the same College/ University/ Institution.

Themes and Sub-Themes

Law, Artificial Intelligence, and Algorithmic Systems

• Ethical and legal questions surrounding artificial intelligence: Accountability, responsibility, and human rights in algorithmic systems
• Legal personhood and liability in the age of AI
• AI and the right to non-discrimination
• Regulation of autonomous systems (e.g., robotics, drones, autonomous vehicles)
• Sector-specific governance of AI (healthcare, finance, criminal justice)
• Ethical AI design and legal responsibility

Data Governance, Privacy, and Cybersecurity

• Legal challenges in safeguarding personal data and privacy
• Cybersecurity laws and remedies for data breaches
• Regulation of digital identity and biometric systems
• Data governance and digital sovereignty
• Surveillance, privacy, and human rights in the digital age
• Cyber law and internet regulation architecture
• International frameworks on data protection (e.g., GDPR, cross-border data flow)

 The Future of Work and Digital Labour Laws

• Legal frameworks for the gig economy, remote work, and platform employment
• Workers’ rights, algorithmic management, and liability in digital workplaces
• Regulating digital platforms (e.g., Uber, Zomato, Swiggy) and freelance ecosystems

 Digital Governance and Regulatory Frameworks

• Legal frameworks for digital ID systems, e-governance, and e-justice
• Jurisdiction and sovereignty in global digital governance
• Platform liability, content moderation, and regulation of online speech
• Comparative approaches to tech regulation (EU, US, Asia-Pacific)
• Regulatory challenges in developing and emerging economies

Intellectual Property and Innovation in the Digital Age

• IP protection in the context of digital transformation
• Legal implications of 3D printing, blockchain, and digital creativity
• Enforcement of IP rights in the age of piracy and counterfeiting
• Emerging challenges in copyright, patents, and trademarks in tech-driven innovation

Blockchain, Fintech, and Emerging Technologies

• Regulation of blockchain and cryptocurrencies
• Legal issues in decentralised finance (DeFi) and digital assets
•  Legal enforceability and risks of smart contracts
• Compliance and liability in blockchain-based transactions

Environmental Governance and Emerging Technologies: Legal implications of AI, IoT, and Big Data in climate monitoring, environmental compliance, and sustainable development

• AI in Environmental Impact Assessments
• AI and IoT in Environmental Compliance and Regulatory Oversight
• Smart Cities, Green Infrastructure, and Legal Challenges
• Technology and the SDGs: Legal Dimensions of Sustainable Development
• AI in Climate Finance, Carbon Markets, and Green Bonds Regulation

*Note: The themes mentioned above are indicative and not exhaustive. Submissions on other relevant topics falling within the broader framework of the conference title are also welcome.

Call for Papers

Participants are invited to submit original, unpublished research papers for presentation at the conference. Selected high-quality papers will be considered for publication in a special issue to be published by Sage Journals or any other reputed Scopus-indexed journals/ Web of Science, and/or a chapter in an edited book published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing (Indexed in Web of Science).

Please note that authors of papers selected for publication by the publisher would have to pay Article Processing charges separately. The journal/ publisher may ask the authors of the shortlisted papers for required revisions of the paper to ensure their suitability for the journal/ publication.

Abstract Submission Guidelines

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The abstract should not exceed 300 words and must indicate the theme of the proposed research with relevant keywords. It must be accompanied by a cover page which should include:

• Sub-theme of the paper,
• Title of the Paper
• Name of the author(s)
• E-mail address of author(s)
• Postal Address and Contact Number
•  Co-authorship is allowed.

Note:

• All Abstract submissions are required to be mailed to [email protected] before the last date of Abstract Submission.
• Subject Line of the Mail should be [Abstract Submission for International Conference on Law, Technology and Society: Emerging Issues and Interdisciplinary Perspectives].
• Document Name must be in the following format: [Author Name, Title of the Paper].

A maximum of six authors per submission is allowed.

Important instructions for full-length paper submission

• Word Limit – 2500 words – 8000 words [Excluding endnotes and Abstract]
• Citation Format – APA. Use only Endnotes.
• Font – Times New Roman (12), Line-Spacing: 1.5.
• Full-length papers are required to be mailed to [email protected] before the last date of Submission.

Important Dates and Timelines

• Last date for abstract Submission: 10 July 2025
• Notification of acceptance of Abstract: 15 July 2025
• Last date for registration and submission of Full-length paper: 15 August 2025
• Date of conference: 22-23 August 2025

Note

Participants are required to register and make the payment for the conference at the time of registration via the Google Form. No payment is required for the submission of the abstract. Payment should be made only after the acceptance of the abstract has been communicated.

Contact Information

For further queries, please contact:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +91 9696311031, +91 8600890129, +91 9958397748

Official Links

• The link for brochure is here.
• The link for registration is here.
• The link for payment is here.