Call for Papers | National Conference on Contemporary Issues and Challenges in Labour and Industrial Laws by Nirma University: Submit Abstract by Sep 25

About the Organisation

Founded on the vision of Dr. Karsanbhai K. Patel, the Institute of Law, Nirma University (ILNU), established in 2007, focuses on bringing about a paradigm shift in the delivery of legal education in the country. It aims to add newer dimensions to legal education that would incorporate international standards and provide an environment for innovation and dynamic scholarship. Embodying the principles of justice, education, excellence, and professionalism, ILNU imparts quality legal education that has produced a new generation of lawyers, leaders, and policymakers over the years.

About the Journal

The Institute of Law, Nirma University, Ahmedabad is organizing a National Conference on the theme Contemporary Issues and Challenges in Labour and Industrial Laws” on October 18-19, 2024. Labour law is a crucial area with wide-reaching impacts on employers, employees, consumers, and the national economy.

The main thrust of the Conference will be to identify the contemporary legal issues involved in the area of labour and industrial laws to explore legal solutions for the same and chart out a roadmap of legal steps in resolving the various issues and challenges energy trilemma through legal means which is a major task before the international community in general and the developing countries including India, in particular. The Conference is planned to be a platform for the congregation of experts, managers, policymakers, academicians, students, and researchers to brainstorm and suggest ways to find viable and workable solutions for solving the contemporary challenges and issues relating to wages, social security, and occupational safety.

About Call for Paper

Theme

Contemporary Issues and challenges in labour and industrial laws.

The following sub themes have been recognised for the conference and are merely indicative areas of consideration and the authors are free to delve into any subject matter of contemporary relevance under broad themes.

• Issues in Renumeration/ Wages of labour.\
• Issues in Social Security Provisions of Labour
• Issues in Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions of Labour
• Issues in Industrial Relations
• The above-mentioned sub-themes are illustrative. Submissions on any other sub theme are welcome and will be accepted if they are related to the main theme of the conference.

Eligibility

• Under Graduate Students/ Post Graduate Students/ PhD Scholars
• Academicians
• Industry Experts
• Professionals
• Other Participants

Theme

Contemporary Issues and challenges in labour and industrial laws.

Submission Categories

There are no separate submission categories as the same is a conference.

Formatting and General Guidelines

Submissions are expected to be an original work of authors and meet high academic standards. The following guidelines ought to be followed: 

• There must be an abstract (250 -300) words which briefly describes the idea behind the submission, its structure and the author’s conclusion. It must include the novelty and usefulness of the idea that the author wishes to put forth and must categorically mention the specific contribution of the article beyond the existing available literature.
  • A submission will not be accepted if it has been plagiarized
  • Co-authorship is permissible only up to a maximum of two authors.
  • The citation style shall be bluebook 20^th editionThe decision of the screening committee regarding the selection of the the paper for the conference shall be final and binding
  • Upon selecting the abstract the participants shall register by paying the prescribed registration fee.
• The title must be in Times New Roman, font size 14, in capitals, bold, aligned centre
• The body of the manuscript should be in Times New Roman with font size 12 and 1.5 line spacing, automatic spacing between paragraphs and aligned justified
• A margin of 1 inch shall be left on all sides
• Each abstract shall be accompanied by 5 – 7 keywords
• The abstract shall be shared in pdf format with the file name [ Abstarct/final paper_name of authors NCIL]
• Each Abstract and Final Paper shall be accompanied by a cover letter mentioning the following details:
  • Name of authors
  • Designation of authorsInstitutional
  • affiliation of authors
  • Contact details of authors
  • Email IDs of authors

Important Dates

• Abstract Submission Deadline: 25^th September
• Final Paper Submission Deadline: 30^th September
• Conference Date: 18^th and 19^th October

Submission Procedure

Click Here To Submit Abstract.

Click Here to Submit Paper.

Contact Information

• Chairperson – Mr. Aditya Das Ph. No. – 9163449702
• Co-Chairperson – Ms. Sayali Telang Ph. No. – 9301916020
• Secretary – Ms. Srishti Surana Ph. No. – 9664068876
• Joint Secretary – Mr. Shashwat Shah Ph. No. – 70436175669

The brochure is here.