About Nyaya Shastra
Nyaya Shastra functions as a catalytic nexus facilitating the actualization of jurisprudential excellence via an integrative matrix of investigative scholarship, pedagogical enhancement, awareness facilitation, and competitive dynamism. Our organizational ethos is characterized by an unwavering commitment to the advancement of juridical knowledge and discursive engagement. Our foundational objective involves the creation of a vibrant, tripartite communitas encompassing juridical enthusiasts, scholars, professionals and students, thereby fostering an ecosystem conducive to transformative growth, innovation, and excellence within the legal sphere. Ultimately, our visionary agenda entails the establishment of Nyaya Shastra a paramount, interdisciplinary platform synthesizing legal research, education, and awareness, thereby transcending the historico-theoretical dichotomy between academic jurisprudence and pragmatic jurisprudence.
About the Event
The International Day of Peace, observed annually on 21st September, serves as a vital reminder of our shared responsibility to strengthen peace, justice, and cooperation in a world increasingly marked by fragmentation and conflict. To commemorate this day, Nyaya Shastra, an organisation dedicated to legal education, advancing legal research, legal aid and meaningful dialogue, is organizing an Online Symposium to reflect upon the crucial role of law, governance, and collective human effort in building sustainable peace and justice. This symposium aspires to create an inclusive intellectual space that brings together scholars, practitioners, policymakers, peacebuilders, and students from across the globe. Through insightful discussions and exchange of ideas, it seeks to explore innovative pathways for fostering global solidarity and envisioning a more just and peaceful world.
Objectives
- To commemorate the International Day of Peace by fostering dialogue on peace and justice.
- To reimagine peace in a world divided by conflict, inequality, and injustice.
- To bridge law and humanity, exploring how governance, rights, and justice can serve as tools for solidarity.
- To amplify diverse voices—from scholars to youth, from policymakers to grassroots peacebuilders— creating a truly inclusive dialogue.
- To move beyond rhetoric, generating fresh perspectives and practical pathways for sustainable peace.
- To inspire global citizenship, nurturing a shared responsibility for justice, harmony, and collective well-being.
Guests’ Profile
- Justice (Dr.) S. Vimala Sabanayagam (India) – Former High Court Judge, Madras High Court; Legal Strategist Corporate Governance Expert & Chairperson of the Board, Govt of Puducherry.
- Mr. K. V. Muthu Kumar (India) – Advocate on Record, Supreme Court of India.
- Prof.(Dr.) V. J. Dwivedi (India) – Vice Chancellor (Provost) ITM (SLS) Baroda University; Chairman, Socio-Scientific Organization for Creativity Innovation and Entrepreneurship; Former Executive Vice-President, Techno-Socio-Scientific Researcher Innovator Productivity & HEI Enhancement, Indus University, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Higher Education Institution for NEP-2020; Former Vice Chancellor at C.U. Shah University and Gokul Global University.
- Prof. (Dr.) V. P. Tiwari (India) – Head, Department of Law at National Law University, Nagpur; IQAC Co-ordinaor; Proctor, Member Executive Council, Academic Council, Research Committee, Research Board.
- Prof. (Dr.) Amol Deo Chavhan (India) – Professor of Law and Academic Dean, Maharashtra National Law University Mumbai; Former Professor of Law, National Law University and Judicial Academy, Assam.
- Dr. Pragnya S. Patil (India) – Principal and Associate Professor, K.H. Patil School of Law, Bengaluru; Former Principal & Associate Professor, The Oxford College of Law, Bengaluru.
- Prof. (Dr.) Mehak Jonjua (India) – Professor at Sharda University; Academician; Journalist & Author; Former Assistant Director (Academics) Amity University, Noida.
- Dr. Soumi Chatterjee (India) – Founder/CEO-SRTD Group (Vidhi Vaarta), Author, Certified Trainer- POSH, Gender Sensitization, Diversity and Inclusion; Editor in Chief of Doon Journal of Multidisciplinary Research; Former Assistant Professor, GLA University, Mathura and Noida International University, Noida.
- Dr. Jiya Matharani (India) – Project Lead at IUCN WCEL Mentorship Programme; Member, IUCN World Commission on Environmental Law; Coordinator of Environmental Law Clinic and Assistant Professor of Law, GLS University, Ahmedabad.
- Dr. Rahimeh Kamel (Iran) – International Lawyer & Arbitrator; Member of ILI,Young ICCA, IBA, CIArb; University Lecturer; Founding Partner, Jpad International.
- Miss. Diana Constantine (United Kingdom) – International Lawyer; Barrister, 33 Bedford Row Chambers, London.
- Ms. Carolina Santos (Brazil) – International Lawyer, Brazil and Dubai; Legal Researcher, School of Law, University of São Paulo; Professor of Law and Author.
- Mr. Bindesh Dahal (Nepal) – Journalist, Editor (English Edition), Clickmand; International Affairs; Geo- Politics, Business; Law.
Event Timeline
| Call For Submission of Research Papers – 1st September 2025 |
| Last Day of Submission of Research Papers – 15th September 2025 |
| Scrutiny & Corrections of the Submitted Research Papers – By 18th September 2025 |
| Registration of Attendees – 1st September 2025 to 18th September 2025 |
| SYMPOSIUM – 21st September 2025 |
Submission Guidelines
- Submissions shall be made in both word and pdf format.
- All submissions are to be made via email at [office.nyayashastra@gmail.com] with subject line “SUBMISSION FOR SYMPOSIUM”
- Research Paper should be free from any error of grammar, spelling, punctuation etc., must be in English Language and only 10% plagiarism is allowed. Use of AI is prohibited.
- Font and Spacing – All written submissions shall be typed on A4 size paper; Font type – Times New Roman; Font Size – 12 & For Footnotes -10; Line Spacing – 1.5 & For Footnotes -1; Alignment – Justified; Margin: 1 inch (each side).
- Citations – All teams shall give citations adhering to the 21st edition of Blue Book.
Itinerary
The itinerary for the Nyaya Shastra Virtual Symposium 2025 is as follows –
| Introduction | 12:00 P.M. to 12:15 P.M. |
| Guest Lecturers | 12:15 P.M. to 03:00 P.M. |
| Paper Presentation | 03:00 P.M. to 04:45 P.M. |
| Conclusion | 04:45 P.M. to 05:00 P.M. |
Convenor
Miss. Angika Rajshree
(Event Head, Nyaya Shastra)
+91 9798206662
