International Essay Competition by Symbiosis Law School, Pune! Submit Now!

About the College

Symbiosis Law School, Pune has earned a deserved reputation as one of the best law colleges in India with a history spanning 46 years. It consistently secures its position among the best law schools in India and presently holds the 6th rank according to NIRF. Students from around the world aspire to be part of Symbiosis Law School, Pune. It is a place where quality legal education is not only promised but also delivered. The school’s esteemed reputation arises from the commitment of its faculty, students and staff members to uphold the academic standards. As one of the leading law colleges in India, the college is driven by the pursuit of excellence and unwavering dedication to professional ethics. When you choose SLS, you are not just enrolling in any law college. Instead, you are embarking on a path that guarantees a rewarding legal career. Leading law firms and MNCs such as Coca-Cola, Big4’s, Delhi High Court, Goldman Sachs and Wipro have been the top recruiters at SLS Pune. Join us at SLS Pune. Embark on an enriching journey of education that will lay a strong foundation for your successful career in law.

About the Competition

Juristas is an annual International Law Essay competition organised by the Jean Monnet Chair, EU Climate Justice Law, Governance, Management and Policy (EUC – LAMP) Symbiosis Law School, Pune in collaboration with the ILSA Chapter, SLS Pune

Eligibility

Participation is open to all Undergraduate and Post-Graduate Students enrolled in any institution in India or Abroad.

Registration Fees

Nil

Mode

Online

Formatting Guidelines

All entries must be formatted in Times New Roman, Font Size 12, and Line spacing 1.5 The Essay must not be less than 4500 words and not more than 6500 words, including footnotes.
The Essay should be accompanied by a 250-word abstract which will not be counted towards the word limit.
All entries should contain footnote citations formatted in Times New Roman, Font Size 10 and Single Line spacing.
Footnotes must follow the citation system specified in Harvard Blue Book, 20 Edition.
All entries should include a cover page specifying the name of the author, institutional affiliation, course and year of study, email address, postal address and contact number.
Any identifying information is not to be mentioned anywhere in the abstract or the body of the essay. Violation of this rule will lead to immediate disqualification.

Submission Procedure

All entries should include a cover page specifying the name of the author, institutional affiliation, course and year of study, email address, postal address and contact number.
Any identifying information is not to be mentioned anywhere in the abstract or the body of the essay. Violation of this rule will lead to immediate disqualification.
Submission of entries is to be made in soft copies to [email protected], with the subject of the mail being “JURISTAS 2024”.
The paper must be the original and unpublished work of the author, and should not be in consideration for publication or in a contest elsewhere.
Co-authorship is permitted but restricted to a maximum of two individuals per essay. Plagiarism of any nature will attract immediate disqualification.
A similarity index of up to 10% will be permitted. (Use of AI of any form is strictly prohibited.)

Topics

The role and responsibilities of youth in shaping climate change policy and activism.
The responsibilities of businesses and industry in reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable practices.
The impact of climate change on indigenous communities and their role in shaping climate change policy.
The role of technology in mitigating the pollution of coastal and marine ecosystems.
The intersection of climate change and social justice, including issues of environmental racism and inequality.
The potential impact of geoengineering and other large-scale interventions in addressing climate change.
The role of intergenerational equity in climate change policy and decision-making.
The potential of community-based initiatives and grassroots activism to drive climate action and policy change.
Traditional Knowledge For Sustainable Practices: Indigenous Tribal People Cognizance on Climate Change.

Prizes