About National Law University Tripura

National Law University Tripura (NLU Tripura) is a premier institution dedicated to advancing legal education, research, and advocacy in India. Located in the northeastern state of Tripura, the university aims to foster excellence in legal studies, producing competent legal professionals and policymakers.

About Kautilya Society

The Kautilya Society is a student-led initiative hosted by universities across India, including NLU Tripura, to promote public policy research and advocacy. It facilitates discussions, events, and publications on contemporary legal and policy issues, encouraging students to engage in critical policy debates.

About the Competition

The Kautilya Society of NLU Tripura is organizing the “Blogging Bonanza 2025”, a national-level blog writing competition. This event provides a platform for law students, researchers, and academicians to explore pressing legal and policy issues, present insightful arguments, and contribute to public policy discussions.

Event Details

Format & Structure

• Eligibility: Open to law students, researchers, academicians, and professionals.
• Word Limit: 1000–1200 words (exceptions at the discretion of the Review Board).
• Co-authorship: Allowed (maximum of 2 authors).
• Referencing: Hyperlinks preferred over footnotes; minimal endnotes allowed.
• Plagiarism Limit: Must not exceed 10%.
• Review Process: Manuscripts may be returned for revision before final acceptance.

Themes

Participants can choose from various contemporary legal and policy topics, including:

• Global Governance Reforms
• Refugee Rights & Global Solidarity
• Climate Change & Justice
• Economic Inequalities Post-Pandemic
• Digital Rights & Privacy
• Gender Equality in Law & Policy
• AI & Governance Ethics
• Access to Justice in the Global South
• Urbanization & Policy Futures
• Cultural Heritage & Globalization

Location

The competition will be conducted online, allowing participants from across India to submit their entries digitally.

Registration Fees

• Single Author: INR 200/-
• Co-Authors (Two Participants): INR 300/-

Prizes

• Winner: INR 2000/-
• First Runner-up: INR 1200/-
• Second Runner-up: INR 500/-
• Top 5 Blogs: Certificate of Merit
• Publication Opportunity: Selected blogs will be featured in the Kautilya Society’s Newsletter.

Links

• Submit Your Blog
• Register Here

Contact

For queries, reach out to:

• Faculty Advisor: Ms. Susmita Das – Susmita.das@nlutripura.ac.in
• Convenor: Ms. Somya Singh – 24ballb66@nlutripura.ac.in
• Co-Convenor: Mr. Ishan Sharan – 24ballb25@nlutripura.ac.in