About the NLUD Doctoral Law Colloquium
The aim of the colloquium is to bring together Law (MPhil/PhD) students undertaking research within the broad theme of contemporary issues in law to provide a supportive and collaborative environment for exchange of ideas. Scholars registered in non-law disciplines but working on primarily legal issues from an interdisciplinary perspective are also invited to participate. To enrich scholarly debates and enable collaborative learning, the colloquium offers a panel discussion on research methodology on the second day, inviting senior scholars to provide multiple perspectives on current methodological debates.
About the Theme for the Colloquium
The first inaugural colloquium is formulated in broad terms so to enable the representation of a wide range of issues currently being researched across the country. Given the changing global trade scenario, the environmental challenges due to climate change, the ongoing technological changes that require rapid progress in regulatory architecture, emerging issues in labour rights, contract, competition, company law, the changing nature of debates on caste, race, gender, each provide a rich tapestry of themes that require rigorous research and engagement. The sessions will broadly be categorised into public law, private law and interdisciplinary research. The potential themes that can be addressed includes but not limited to the following areas:
- Constitutional Law – Criminal law
- Law and Markets
- Competition Law
- Company Law
- Environmental Law
- Labour Law
- Family Law
- Law and Technology
- Climate Change and Energy Law
- Intellectual Property Law
- Trade Law
- Public and Private International Law
However, students are invited to send in their abstracts that do not necessarily fit neatly into the above listed categories. The organisers will strive to build sessions that can capture a wide range of research interests.
Abstract Submission and Application Procedure
Please submit the following by email
* Abstract of the research paper or presentation to be presented at the colloquium (no more than 500 words)
* Brief resume focussing on key research achievements to date (conference presentations, publications etc.). It must also state whether the student is a young scholar or a senior student.
The deadline for receipt of applications is 30th January 2023.
We aim to notify successful applicants by 10th February 2023.
Participants presenting a full paper (Session I) will be required to provide a draft paper by 1st March 2023 to give the discussants time to prepare responses and comments. It is expected that the full papers (7000-8000 words) will be a part of ongoing research for doctoral studies. Those presenting a short paper (extended abstract – Session II) will be required to submit a 4000-5000 word write-up outlining the key arguments.
The subject column of the submission email must be composed as
“NLUDPHDCOLLOQUIUM2023 Submission – Name”. Please also specify in the email whether it is a full paper for Session I or an extended paper for Session ll
The abstract and the curriculum vitae must be emailed at
[email protected].
Venue, Accommodation and Costs
The colloquium will take place at National Law University Delhi between 16-18th March 2023.
The registration fee for the colloquium is INR 250.
We regret our inability to provide accommodation and travel for all participating candidates.
However, we will assist with identifying affordable accommodation near NLUD campus if needed. All meals for the three days will be provided by NLUD.
Important Dates at a Glance
Submission of abstracts; 30th January 2023
Acceptance of abstracts: 10th February 2023
Submission of Full paper/ extended abstract: 1 March,2023
Last date of registration: 10th March 2023
Workshop date: 16-18th March 2023
Queries/Clarifications
Any queries pertaining to the conference can be addressed to Ali or Anoosha at
[email protected]
