About the Conference
Hidayatullah National Law University (HNLU), Raipur, is organizing a Two-Day International Conference on “Constitution@75: Evolving Text, Context & Transformations — Rights, Governance & Technology in Focus” to commemorate 75 glorious years of the Indian Constitution. This event, set for January 25—26, 2025, aims to create a platform for scholars, academicians, legal practitioners, and policymakers to engage in enriching discussions on the transformative journey of the Indian Constitution and its relevance in addressing contemporary challenges.
The conference will feature insightful keynote addresses, parallel technical sessions, and a special Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Memorial Lecture, focusing on the Constitution’s text, its dynamic interpretations, and its response to modern issues such as governance, rights, and technological advancements.
Themes and Sub-Themes
Participants are invited to submit papers addressing one or more of the following sub-themes:
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The Living Constitution: Interpretative journeys and evolving constitutional text.
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Governance and Rights: Balancing federalism, judicial reflections, and legislative dynamics.
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Inclusivity and Social Justice: Gender equality, LGBTQ+ rights, caste, class, and religion.
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Technology and Governance: Data privacy, cybersecurity, and the digital divide.
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Comparative Perspectives: Indian Constitution and global frameworks.
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Future Directions: Fundamental rights in the AI era and environmental justice.
(For a detailed list of sub-themes, refer to the conference brochure)
Key Dates
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Submission Deadline (Abstract and Full Paper): January 10, 2025.
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Paper Selection Notification: January 12, 2025.
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Registration Closes: January 14, 2025.
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Conference Dates: January 25—26, 2025.
Who Can Participate?
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Academicians, legal professionals, policymakers, researchers, and students from diverse disciplines.
Important Information:
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Selected papers will be considered for publication in an edited book (ISBN included).
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Certificates of merit will be awarded to the three best research paper presentations.
Join us in shaping the discourse on the Constitution’s enduring legacy and its role in addressing 21st-century challenges.
For more details kindly refer to the brochure
