1st International Symposium on Environmental Law and Policy in India:
Challenges, Innovations and Future Pathways
by IILM Law School, IILM University, Gurugram,
June 9th and 10th 2025 (Online)
About the Centre for Environment and Sustainability
Established on 5th June 2024, Centre for Environment and Sustainability (CES) is a research, practice and outreach centre that focuses on environment and sustainability.
CES aims to develop knowledge base, conduct research, training, capacity building and to collaborate with all the stakeholders in order to develop innovative solutions and policies for sustainable future. Our vision is to provide a space for research, practice and outreach to interested parties for creating a greener earth in which people are conscious of their environmental responsibilities and practice the principles of reduction, reuse and recycling of resources thus promoting sustainable development.
About the Symposium
In the wake of escalating environmental degradation, climate emergencies, and legal reforms, there is an urgent need for a multidisciplinary discourse on environmental law. The Indian legal system has evolved through constitutional mandates, legislative enactments, and a proactive judiciary to respond to ecological challenges. However, gaps in enforcement, emerging environmental crimes, and socio-economic inequalities necessitate a re-evaluation of existing frameworks.
This 1st IILM Symposium on Environmental Law seeks to provide a vibrant platform for legal scholars, practitioners, students, policymakers, and civil society members to engage in scholarly deliberations, interactive workshops, and creative activities that highlight legal, policy, and grassroots dimensions of environmental protection.
Objectives:-
· To foster critical discussions on contemporary environmental legal issues.
· To encourage academic scholarship through research paper presentations.
· To promote creative legal education through poster making and workshops.
· To engage students and professionals in practical dialogue via expert panel discussions.
· To generate actionable insights for sustainable environmental governance.
Structure of the Symposium
A. Paper Presentation Sessions
Participants will present original research papers on the following sub-themes:
1. Constitutional and Judicial Dimensions
2. Climate Change and Sustainability
3. Statutory and Regulatory Frameworks
4. Corporate Environmental Responsibility
5. International and Comparative Environmental Law
6. Technology, Law, and the Environment
7. Human Rights and Environmental Law
8. Urban and Local Environmental Issues
9. Agriculture, Land Use, and Environment
10. Environmental Law Education and Advocacy
B. Panel Discussion
Expert-led panel discussions featuring judges, lawyers, environmentalists, and policymakers on:
“Climate Litigation and the Future of Environmental Accountability”
Target Audience
· Law Students and Research Scholars
· Faculty Members and Legal Academicians
· Environmental Law Practitioners
· NGOs and Policy Think Tanks
· Government Officials and CSR Professionals
Abstract Guidelines
· The abstract (of about 300-350 words) should be sent as an attachment in a word file with minimum 5 Key words. Abstracts will be peer-reviewed before they are accepted.
· The following information, in the given format, should be sent along with the abstract:
· Title of Abstract
· Name of the Participant
· Official Designation/Institution Details
· Contact number, E-mail and address (es), of the author(s)
· Kindly indicate the name of the main author for correspondence in case of more than one author
For Submissions
Submissions are to be made only in electronic form. Submit your abstract to iilmggnsymposium@gmail.com in MS Word format.
Word Limit Articles should be generally of 3500-4000 words (excluding references and footnotes).
· The title of the paper should be followed by Name, Designation, Name of the Organization / University / Institution and Email address. It is mandatory to mention your Email address, as all future correspondence will be through it;
· Name and details of Co-author, if any
· Sub-Headings: The sub-headings should be double-spaced in Times New Roman 12- point font. The main Title should be in full capitals, bold and centred 12- point font. Sub-titles should be in sentence case, bold and 12-point font. Author’s names should be in small capitals and centered 12-point font. Footnotes should be in Times New Roman 12-point font;
· Citation Format: Please use footnotes rather than endnotes. Footnotes should conform to ILI format;
· Originality of Manuscripts: All the contributions should be the original work of the contributors and should not have been submitted for consideration in any other Publication. Any plagiarized work will be out-rightly rejected;
· The title of the paper should be followed by Name, Designation, Name of the Organization / University / Institution and Email address. It is mandatory to mention Email address, as all future correspondence will be through it;
· The paper should be typed in MS WORD format.
· The paper must be in single column layout with margins justified on both sides;
· The length of the paper should not be below 4,000 words (excluding footnotes) and Should not Exceed more than 5,000 (Excluding Footnotes).
· The selected papers may be published in an edited book with ISBN number.
Important Dates
· Last Date for Abstract Submission: June 8th, 2025
· Last Date for registration and fee submission: June 8th, 2025
· Submission of full paper: July 30th, 2025
· Dates for Symposium: June 9th & 10th, 2025
Registration Fee
· Student – Rs 200/-
· Research Scholar- 300
· Academicians/ Professional – Rs 500/-
· International Paper Presenter – $10
· IILM faculty, Students, Staff will not be charged any fees. · Registration form – https://forms.gle/DE4SCJ1dmhh49oMW8
Each Participant will pay the fees individually
IILM University, Gurugram
Contact Details – aastha.thakur@iilm.edu shrey.kapoor@iilm.edu
Phone Number- 8447040124 9873236369
Please feel free to reach out at – iilmggnsymposium@gmail.com
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