National Article Writing Competition by UPES [Prizes Worth Rs 10k]: Register by Nov 26

About the Organisation 

Established in 2003, the UPES is a multidisciplinary institution renowned for its industry-aligned curriculum and leading-edge specializations. It is recognized by India’s University Grants Commission and is NIRF-ranked by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Accredited Grade ‘A’ by NAAC and awarded QS 5-Star rating for Employability, Academic Development, Facilities, and Program Strength, UPES enables the new generation of learners to realize the best in themselves and the world they will help shape. 

About the Journal 

All good quality articles will be published in the form of a book/journal/magazine/Electronic resource or any other manner as it may deem appropriate, subject to a sufficient number of good articles. 

About Call for Papers 

This year to commemorate Legal Aid Week- “Navchetna”, which will be observed from 30th October 2023- 4th November 2023, UPES, Legal Aid Clinic is organizing a National Article Writing Competition.  

Navchetna is the name for Legal Aid Week which is a yearly event organized by the LAC every year. This week enlightens the people more about Legal Aid. This week is celebrated to embark on the spirit of the Indian judicial system and spread awareness about legal aid. 

Eligibility 

The Competition is open to all the students studying in any discipline in the recognized Colleges/Departments of the Universities in India. 

Theme 

The theme of the competition will be related to Legal Aid and Social Awareness.  

Sub-Themes:  

• Access to Justice and Legal Aid: Bridging the Gap  
• The Implications of ChatGPT for Legal Services and Society.  
• National Legal Services Authority Legal Aid Management System.  
• Access to Justice through the use of legal technology.  
• Analysis of the Functioning of Legal Aid Cells in Various Law Schools.  
• Analysis of National Legal Services Authority Schemes.  
• Legal Aid and Criminal Justice System  
• Legal Aid and technology 

Formatting Guidelines 

• The article must reflect some concrete suggestions/recommendations which can be implemented by concerned ministries and authorities. 
• The article should be original (not published earlier or extracted from other sources) in English, 3000 to 4000 words (New Times Roman, font size 12, 1.5 spacing) including endnotes with proper citation. 
• Citation must be according to Bluebook 20th edition. 
• Articles having a plagiarism percentage exceeding 20% will not be acceptable. 

Submission Guidelines 

• Participants are advised to focus on the Legal Aid and services system in India, critical analysis of present legislations, government policies and schemes, role of the judiciary with regard to legal aid and services.  
• Registration is to be done through the link mentioned below.  
• Submission of abstracts and articles must be done on the official mail ID. 
• Participants will be intimated after the successful acceptance of their abstract. 

Prizes

• E-certificate to all the Participants. 
• Cash Prizes to the best three articles: 
• Winner Rs. 5,000 
• 1st Runner Up Rs. 3,000 
• 2nd Runner Up Rs. 2,000 

Important Dates

• The last Date of Registration is November 26, 2023. 
• The last Date of Submission is November 26, 2023. 

Submission Procedure 

Click Here To Submit.

Articles and Abstract submissions are to be done on [email protected]. 

Contact Information 

Faculty Coordinators:  

• Dr. Kanchal Gupta, Faculty Convenor, Legal Aid Clinic   Email-Id: [email protected]  
• Yatish Pachauri, Faculty Co-Convenor, Legal Aid Clinic  Email-Id: [email protected]  

Student Coordinators:  

• Vishalakshi Keshari, Student Convener, Legal Aid Clinic Contact: 9695858013 
• Akshma Gupta, Student Jt. Convener, Legal Aid Clinic