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GGV, Bilaspur | Human Rights in Transition: Contemporary Challenges and Opportunities

Bhumika Indulia
Human Rights in Transition

I. About the GGV

Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (GGV) is a premier Green Campus Central University located in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, established under the Central University Act 2009, No. 25 of 2009. The university is named after the revered saint Guru Ghasidas and guided by the Sanskrit motto “Gyan Panth Kripan kae Dhara” (The Path of Knowledge is the Flow of Grace). Furthermore, GGV is accredited with the prestigious NAAC A++ grade, indicating that an educational institution has received the highest level of accreditation based on various parameters such as infrastructure and teaching quality while fostering a vibrant learning environment and making it a centre for holistic growth.

II. About the Conference

Human rights are the bedrock of any democratic society, especially in Countries such as India, where their protection and promotion of these rights face numerous challenges stemming from social, economic, political, and technological transformations. This conference aims to critically analyse the state of human rights in India while addressing major challenges like caste discrimination, gender violence, and digital surveillance and also explore opportunities for strengthening the human rights framework through policy reforms and legal amendments.

III. Call for Paper

We cordially invite Academicians, Legal Professionals, Policymakers, Scholars/Researchers, Students, Member of Civil Society, Human Rights Activist, and Government Officials to contribute their stake and present a paper for National Conference. The Conference will feature technical sessions addressing various sub-themes listed below:

Sub-Themes

1. Constitutional and Legal Framework for Human Rights

1. The Constitutional Protection of Human Rights: Challenges and Opportunities

2. Freedom of Expression: Challenges in the Age of Sedition Laws and Dissent

3. Custodial Violence and Criminal Justice Reforms

4. Refugee Rights and Statelessness: CAA and NRC Implications

5. Judicial Activism and Its Role in Promoting Human Rights

2. Social Justice and Marginalized Communities

6. Caste-based Atrocities and the Struggle for Equality among Dalits

7. Tribal Communities: Displacement, Land Rights, and Cultural Survival

8. Gender-based Violence: Gaps in Protection and Enforcement

9. Rights of the LGBTQ+ Community: Progress and Challenges

10. Access to Education and Healthcare for Marginalized Communities

3. Economic Inequality and Labour Rights

11. Economic Inequality: Impact on Access to Human Rights

12. Migrant Workers’ Rights: Labour Laws and Social Security

13. The Unorganized Sector: Labour Rights and Exploitation

14. Sexual Harassment and Workplace Discrimination

15. Challenges in Enforcing Minimum Wage Laws

4. Environmental and Climate Justice

16. Environmental Justice: Climate Change and Vulnerable Communities

17. The Right to a Healthy Environment: Integrating Human Rights and Environmental Laws

18. Human Rights in Conflict Zones: Geopolitical Constraints

19. Legal and Ethical Dimensions of Climate Refugees

20. Community-based Strategies for Sustainable Development

5. Cyber and Digital Rights

21. Digital Privacy: Data Protection and Surveillance Challenges

22. Cybercrimes and Online Harassment: Strengthening Legal Frameworks

23. Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights: Ethical Considerations

24. Regulation of Hate Speech and Misinformation Online

25. The Right to Internet Access as a Human Right

6. Global Human Rights Challenges

26. International Human Rights Violations: Accountability and Governance

27. Human Trafficking and Forced Labour: Strengthening Legal Responses

28. Refugee Crises and the Role of International Organizations

29. Post-conflict Rehabilitation and Justice Mechanisms

30. Emerging Issues in Global Health and Human Rights

7. Civil Society and Political Freedoms

31. Shrinking Space for Political Dissent: Role of Civil Society

32. Media and Freedom of Speech in Democratic Societies

33. Whistleblowers and the Protection of Democratic Values

34. The Role of NGOs in Advancing Human Rights

35. Citizen Movements and Grassroots Advocacy for Political Freedoms

8. Emerging Issues and Intersectionality

36. Papers addressing intersections of caste, gender, environment, economic disparity, and other interdisciplinary themes

37. Intersectionality in Policy-making: Challenges and Opportunities

38. Addressing Discrimination through a Multidisciplinary Approach

39. Technology and Intersectional Disparities in Access to Rights

40. The Role of Cultural Narratives in Shaping Human Rights Discourses

IV. Submission Guidelines

Submissions should include:

  • An Abstract (250-300 words)

  • Language: English or Hindi

  • Software: Microsoft Word

  • Font: Times New Roman (English), Kruti Dev 10 or Kokila (Hindi)

  • Font Size:

    • Title: 14 pt, bold, uppercase

    • Author’s Name: 11 pt, italic, without prefixes

    • Abstract: 11 pt

    • Main Text: 12 pt

    • Footnotes: 10 pt

  • Line Spacing: 1.5 for main text; 1.0 for footnotes

  • Length: 3,500 to 6,000 words (including footnotes)

  • Citation: Follow ILI Rules for footnoting (https://ili.ac.in/cstyle.pdf) Manuscripts must be original and must include:

  • Educational qualifications, designation/professional status, university/organization name, and email ID in the footnotes on the first page.

  • Keywords (maximum 5 words)

  • Divisions into headings, with Introduction and Conclusion sections.

  • Manuscript shall be E-mail at: nationalconferencedolggv@gmail.com

Note: Participants are requested to adhere strictly to the above guidelines.

V. Further Details of the Session

VI. Contact Details

  • For any queries, feel free to reach out via. email : nationalconferencedolggv@gmail.com or call on:

    +91-7999921349

    Mr. Akash Manwani

    +91 — 7000321725

    Miss. Jhalak Sachdev

    +91- 7257046510

    Mr. Sushant Gautam

    Address: Department of Law, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Koni, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India, Pin- 495009

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