National Research Conference on ‘Human Rights and Criminal Justice in a Digital and Sustainable World’ by Kirit P. Mehta School of Law, Mumbai [Dec 21 – 22; Online; Cash Prizes Upto Rs. 22k + Exciting Awards]: Submit Abstract by Nov 24!

About NMIMS Kirit P. Mehta School of Law

NMIMS Kirit P. Mehta School of Law, Mumbai, a part of the SVKM group under NMIMS (deemed-to-be university), was approved by the Bar Council of India in 2013, which is also its year of establishment. The School of Law instills professional virtues in a well-planned manner, without undermining ‘societal values’.

The academics and support mechanism in Kirit P. Mehta School of Law is to facilitate all the determined students to give their best to be the ‘Best’ when it comes to applying theory in practice. The legal skills cultivated at SOL over five years equip students to transform challenges into benchmarks in the legal world and withstand economic, social, political and judicial scrutiny.

Kirit P. Mehta School of Law, NMIMS aims to refine students’ competency by engaging them in curricular and extracurricular activities. Qualified faculties and support staff assist learners to integrate into the course and participate in events easily. The School of Law engages in case study model and class-debate methods as its chief teaching pedagogy.

About Centre for Research and Conferences

The Centre for Research and Conferences (formerly the Centre for Excellence) of NMIMS Kirit P. Mehta School of Law, Mumbai, was established as the Centre for Legal Research and Application, in 2018. The Centre for Research and Conferences aims to enhance legal research and development significantly, through its integration with allied disciplines, and through extensive exploration of contemporary developments in the law.

The Centre aims to promote effective ideation and provide a platform for unconventional, pioneering recommendations to policy-making institutions. The Centre for Research and Conferences undertakes a compendious examination and critical analysis of governmental institutions, executive powers, legal policies, and judicial guidelines.

The Centre for Research and Conferences endeavours to promote effective ideation and provision of a platform to formulate unconventional and pioneering recommendations to various policy making institutions for making existing legal provisions more humane and functional.

All new ideas and innovations emanating from budding legal minds that work towards access to justice are welcomed and will be guided by expert resource persons.

About the Event

The two-day National Conference is designed to comprehensively explore contemporary global issues, blending the insights of legal experts and practitioners with the fresh perspectives of students, researchers, and academicians.

This two-day event, scheduled for the 21st and 22nd December, will feature in-depth discussions and comprehensive sessions on emerging legal reforms and developments. We will inaugurate the event on the 21st with dynamic sessions, all selected participants will take the stage to showcase their groundbreaking papers, setting the tone for an inspiring and insightful experience.

The second day promises a riveting Panel Discussion featuring Judges, Advocates, and representatives from prominent Law firms. This distinguished group will convene to engage in thought-provoking conversations addressing a wide spectrum of critical global issues.

These discussions will cover global governance, economic development, climate change, international relations, and humanitarian concerns. Students, researchers, and academicians will take center stage, presenting their ideas and views on contemporary global issues.

This conference serves as a unique opportunity for emerging scholars to contribute their perspectives, research findings, and innovative solutions to the broader discourse on global challenges. It not only provides a platform for knowledge dissemination but also facilitates a dynamic exchange of ideas among participants with varied levels of experience and expertise.

By including this dedicated space for the academic community, the conference aims to foster an inclusive dialogue that spans generations, ensuring a well-rounded exploration of the legal aspects of contemporary global issues.

In essence, the two-day conference is structured to create a harmonious blend of expertise and fresh insights, promoting a holistic understanding of the multifaceted challenges facing our interconnected world.

The alternating focus on legal professionals and the academic community ensures a dynamic and inclusive exploration of global issues, ultimately contributing to a richer understanding of the legal frameworks necessary for addressing the complexities of our globalised society.

Themes

Criminal Justice Reform and Human Rights

Equality and Fairness in the Justice System
The Death Penalty in the 21st Century: Legal, Ethical, and Human Rights Considerations
Analysis of Reforms of Juvenile Justice System
White Collar Crime: Law, Impact, and Enforcement
Assessing the implementation and impact of new criminal laws within evolving legal frameworks

Gender Justice, Law, and Society Gender, Law, and Political Representation

Gender Justice in Post-Conflict Societies
Sexual Harassment, Law, and Workplace Equity Advocacy for Gender and LGBTQ+ Rights
Reforming laws on Marital Rape

Human Rights, Technology, and the Digital Society

Access and Equality in the Digital Age
Technology and Freedom of Expression
Cybersecurity and Human Rights
The Future of Work and Digital Economies
AI and Automation

Environmental Law, Climate Change, and Sustainable Development

Global Governance and Environmental Responsibility
Sustainable Development and Economic Growth
Environmental Law and Human Rights
The Future of International Environmental Treaties
Climate refugees

Constitutional Law, Democracy, and Governance

Judicial Review and Democratic Accountability
Constitutional Law and Electoral Systems
Human Rights and Constitutional Interpretation
Globalization and Constitutional Law
UCC & One nation, One Election in India

Dispute Resolution and Arbitration

Confidentiality Vs. Transparancy in Arbitration
Legal Frameworks of Dispute Resolution in various sectors
Future of Online Dispute Resolution
Assessing the Role of Courts and Arbitrators in Dispute Resolution
Challenges and Reforms in Arbitration & Mediation

N.B.: Contributions relevant to the subject of the conference other than the one mentioned are also welcome.

Guidelines for the Abstracts

Abstract should not exceed the word limit of 300 words.
The abstract should be submitted in doc/docx format with the following specifications:
- Font Type: Times New Roman
- Font Size: 12 pts
- Line spacing: 1.5
- Alignment: Justified
The abstract should mention the following specific details on the front page
- Name of the Author
- Contact Number
- Email Id
- Title of the Submission.
Rename the document as Name of Author_Title during submission of the abstract.

Guidelines for Research Paper

Original research papers are welcomed on the themes mentioned but are not restricted to the sub-themes as given.
The author (s) shall specify in their submission:
- Title of the paper with the sub-theme.
- Names of author (s).
- Name of the College/University.
- Email address and contact number.
Sub-theme under which submission is made.
The abstract and the Full paper should be submitted in doc/docx format with the following specification:
- Length of Full Paper: 2500 – 6000 words
- Font Type: Times New Roman
- Font Size: 12 pts Line spacing: 1.5
- Footnotes Font Types: Times New Roman
- Footnotes: Font size: 10 pts
- Footnotes Line spacing: 1 Margin to be 1 inch on all sides.
- Follow the Bluebook; A Uniform System of Citation
- (21st Edition) for footnoting.
A presentation will be made by the authors through PPT or any other means of presentation, upon selection of their manuscript. The Presentation should be of a maximum of 10 minutes.
All submissions should be original and non-plagiarized work and should not have been submitted for publication/published elsewhere in any form. Similarity and Al detection should not be more than 20%.
Plagiarism report shall be checked by Turnitin.
The paper can be co-authored. However, a maximum of two co-authors (three authors) per entry are allowed.
Rename your document in this format before submission: TeamCode_Title (e.g. TC01_Title of the paper)

Timelines of the Conference

03 October 2024 – Abstract Submission Open
24 November 2024 – Abstract Submission Closes
30 November 2024 – Last Date for Payment
14 December 2024 – Last Date for Paper submission
17 December 2024 – Last Date for PPT Submission
21 December 2024 – Panel Discussion
22 December 2024 – Paper Presentations

Mode of Conference

The conference will be held in online mode.

Fee Payment

Single Student Author: ₹600
Student Co-authors (2): ₹1000
Student Co-authors (3): ₹1400
Professionals/Academicians/Research Scholars (1): ₹900
Professionals/Academicians/Research Scholars (2): ₹1400
Professionals/Academicians/Research Scholars (3): ₹1800
Professionals & Students (2): ₹1200
Professionals & Students (3): ₹1600

Registration

Abstract Submission: Interested Participants are required to submit the Abstract by 24th November, 2024 by clicking here.
For Payment: After the acceptance of abstract is received, the selected participants are required to make the payment of the registration fees as mentioned further in the brochure & fill the following Google form by clicking here.
For Full Paper Submission: Paper presenters are required to send their papers by 14th December 2024 in word doc. format. The paper should be attached to the google form by clicking here.
For PPT Submission: Paper presenters are required to send their Power Point Presentations by 19th December, 2024. The ppt should be attached to the google form by clicking here.

On Confirmation of abstract, each participant shall be provided with a unique Code (e.g., T01, T02, etc.) which shall be used by both, the CRC and the participants over the course of the conference.

Awards

Best Paper

Cash Prize: Rs.10,000/-
Internship opportunity
Publication
Certificate of Appreciation

Second Best Paper

Cash Prize: Rs.7,000/-
Internship opportunity
Publication
Certificate of Appreciation

Third Best Paper

Cash Prize: Rs.5,000/-
Internship opportunity
Publication
Certificate of Appreciation

Fourth to Fifteenth Best Paper

Internship opportunity
Publication opportunity
Certificate of Appreciation

Top 40 Papers

Authors of the top 40 papers, will have their research papers published in an esteemed journal with an ISSN number.
All the participants shall receive a Certificate of Participation.

NOTE: The Author has to pay the Fee for Publication in the Journal.