10th International Conference on Law and Economics by RGSOIPL, IIT Kharagpur [Nov 27 – 28; Offline]: Submit Abstracts by August 26!

About the Conference

The 10th International Conference on Law and Economics (ICLE, 2024) at IIT Kharagpur during 27-28 November, 2024 in association with the Law and Economics Trust (LET), for Techno-Economic and Legal Learning (TELL) in India, invites full papers for presentations in all areas of Law and Economics. The Conference will also focus on Blue Economy, being a complex multidisciplinary field, that relies on state-of-the art, science, and technologies, and institutions. Please browse the following weblink for further information JEL Classification Codes Guide (K: Law and Economics), https://www.aeaweb.org/jel/guide/jel.php

Today, the concept of ‘blue’ is still a contestable phenomenon. From environmental law perspective the ‘blue economy’ must also be ‘green’. For that matter, the sedate discourse of blue economy thus far, is a consequence of uncertainty, enveloping deep conflicts within socio-economic processes. In addition, being a complex multidisciplinary field, much of the blue economy relies on truthful science and best available technologies.

From stone to digital ages, information on externalities have saturated the understanding of mankind. The transition of our civilization which is largely based on Human being – ecosystem convergence, thrives on the knowledge accumulated from such interaction. For example, use pattern of resources by individuals from barter system to price system have provided incentives to integrate the world in the form of digital transactions that created tangible and intangible properties. Industrial revolution 1.0 to 5.0, further brought transition from occupational centric livelihood to corporations and start-ups for higher rate of return that calls for innovator-investors interactions. Further, massive amount of data gets generated through digital transactions. Such valuable information is surreptitiously used by the money-mongers, targeting abnormal profits.

This in effect generates too many negative externalities. In the absence of accountability, the firms have very little incentive to price their products at the optimal level, corresponding the value of ecosystem services. State can play a vital role to correct such pricing mechanism. An additional question is whether international legal system has any profound impact on the ability of the state to further its interests through appropriate domestic legislations?

In this backdrop, there is a need to examine citizens’ role towards advancing social responsibility in tandem with constitutional mandates. From materialistic perspective, there is also a ubiquitous requirement that innovations in relation to ‘blueness’ (or may be ‘greenness’ too) are adequately integrated with socio-economic values, providing a basis for sustainable development by reducing rights-based conflicts.

Seamlessly, legal rules operate in tandem in multiple areas, including coastal ecology, pollution, fisheries, aquaculture, livelihood, sustainable development in coastal areas and right to exploit resources available in territorial water, exclusive economic zone and beyond where the notion sovereign control breaks down in favour of collective action.

In considerations to achieve Viksit Bharat @ 2047, the Conference motivates us to work on Sustainability of Human Energy for Sustainability of Utility of Life (She for Soul). Accordingly, the conference aims to open up a platform to deal with the complex shades of blue economy.

The fundamental purpose is to present an opportunity to professionals, teachers, students and whosoever possess the heart to argue in favour of ‘blue growth’. The, program will allow the participants to delve little far into the mesmerizing world of law and economics, feeding us with necessary support to shape theories and practices that ideally should justify our future actions.

Let us embark upon a fresh journey to celebrate the cause that there is only one planet called “Earth.”

Eligibility

The Conference on 10th International Conference on Law and Economics with Special Reference to Blue Economy is open for:

academicians
researchers
practitioners
professionals having expertise/interest in law and economics

Location

Rajiv Gandhi School of Intellectual Property Law, IIT Kharagpur, Kharagpur, West Bengal, India.

Call For Papers

The conference invites paper proposals addressing the intersection of law, economics, and the blue economy in the context of national and international challenges. Submissions should focus on how legal and economic tools can be used to promote sustainability and address key themes, including:

Law and Bio-economics
Advantages of Technology in Aquatic Data Analytics
Strategies Alliance, State Sovereignty and Shared Resources in International Law. Global Commons and Blue Economy
Managing Environmental Risks and Social Equity. Tourism and Blue Economy
Blue Growth and Sustainable Development in Marine Sectors. Policy on Blue Economy
Energy Security and Blue Economy Circular Economies and Ocean Governance
Marine Spatial Planning: A Law and Economics Perspective Energy and Competition Law
Livelihood and Blue Economy
The conference seeks to contribute to a future where the blue economy thrives in harmony with the environment, supporting sustainable development and a just distribution of benefits.

The sub-themes mentioned above are indicative and not exhaustive in nature. Interested participants can submit their abstracts on allied subjects/topics related to the theme of the conference.

Submission of Abstract/Full Paper

We invite paper proposals, addressing issues related to law and economics in the context of national and international priority challenges. The proposals should consist of an abstract of 500 words that outlines the research relevance and approach pertaining to the law and economics interface.
Proposals should be submitted to 2024icle@gmail.com by 26 August, 2024 and will be reviewed by review panel.
The following details must also be mentioned in the body of the email:
- Title of the paper and the relevant theme Name of the author(s) [max. three authors] Author affiliation
- A Brief bio-data of the author(s) (max. 100 words)
- Contact no. and Email of the author(s)
Structuring of the Abstract:
- Title: Times New Roman (Bold)
- Font Size – 12
- Line spacing – Single
- The abstract may include keywords (maximum: four)
Authors of accepted proposals will be notified by 14 September, 2024. Full papers are due by 5 November, 2024.

Paper Submission, Registration & Structuring of the Full Paper

After abstract approval, the participants are requested to register and send their full papers to 2024icle@gmail.com. The full papers should be between 5,000 to 7,000 words, and accompanied with the approved abstract. Each paper may have not more than three authors. Font Size: Times New Roman-12; Line Spacing-1.5.
Regarding the Footnote, Font Size will be 10 and Line Spacing-1 Citation style: OSCOLA 4th Edition.

Important Instructions

Students must submit a student ID or letter of supervisor, or any document stating that the student is currently enrolled at a college or university. The document must be sent by email to the Conference e-mail ID: 2024icle@gmail.com.
After registration, there will be no cancellation.
At least 1 author of the paper should be physically present during Conference.
For any questions regarding the registration please contact the Conference Committee.
Kindly note that the organisers are not liable for the consequences of any unpredictable event that might disturb the sequence of the Conference

Fee Details

Indian Participant: Rs. 2500
Student: 1500
International Participant: USD 100

The fee will cover conference material, breakfast, lunch, Dinner, including coffee breaks throughout the conference. Accommodation and travel are not included in the registration fee.

Accommodation

On campus accommodation will be arranged on payment basis. We have reserved a few rooms [INR 2000+GST per night for single occupation; and INR 1500+GST per night per person for double occupation]. The link to get the details of the guest house is: http://www.tgh.iitkgp.ac.in/.

Prizes

The shortlisted paper may be published. Details will be shared later.

Deadlines

Submission of Abstract		26 August, 2024
Notification of Acceptance	4 September, 2024
Registration and Fee Payment		25 September, 2024
Submission of Full Paper		5 November, 2024
Date of Conference		27-28 November, 2024