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About the University/Organization

This conference is jointly organized by the Indian Journal of Constitutional Law (IJCL) in collaboration with the NALSAR Centre for Constitutional Law, Public Policy and Good Governance, and the Access to Justice Program at NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad.

NALSAR is widely recognized as one of India’s premier law schools, known for cutting-edge research in constitutional jurisprudence, public policy, and rights-based governance. The Indian Journal of Constitutional Law, a peer-reviewed publication, brings academic rigor to evolving constitutional dialogues and plays a key role in shaping public discourse on civil liberties and human rights.

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About the Event

The ‘Dignity Law: Practice and Promise’ Conference marks the first edition of what promises to be a landmark annual event focused on dignity as a constitutional principle, legal doctrine, and normative ethic.

This two-day offline conference will be hosted at the NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad, and seeks to foster interdisciplinary conversations among legal academics, policy professionals, practitioners, researchers, and students.

Dignity is often mentioned in constitutional texts as an aspirational goal, but its functional role as a doctrinal tool and interpretive lens in Indian constitutionalism is evolving and complex. This conference will attempt to interrogate how dignity operates as:

• A source of legal reasoning
• A principle of adjudication
• A normative commitment to equality, autonomy, and justice
• A pedagogical tool in legal education

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Event Timeline

Stage	Date
Conference Dates	5–6 July 2025
Abstract Submission Deadline	Refer to brochure
Notification of Acceptance	To be notified
Full Paper Submission (if any)	To be notified
Mode of Event	Offline

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Format and Structure

The event will include:

• Paper Presentations by selected authors
• Keynote Addresses by distinguished scholars and jurists
• Thematic Panel Discussions
• Open Q\&A Sessions to foster audience interaction

Shortlisted abstracts will be grouped thematically and authors may be invited to submit full papers for publication in the IJCL or a special conference volume, subject to peer review.

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Location and Mode

Venue:
NALSAR University of Law, Justice City, Shameerpet, Hyderabad – 500101, Telangana, India

Mode:
Offline / In-Person Only

Accommodation & Travel:
Details about accommodation, travel reimbursements (if any), and local logistics will be communicated to shortlisted participants.

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Additional Highlights

Suggested Themes:

Participants are invited to engage with dignity from multiple perspectives including but not limited to:

• Dignity in Indian constitutional jurisprudence
• Dignity and criminal justice reform
• Dignity in private law (contracts, torts, property)
• Dignity in socio-economic rights adjudication
• Comparative dignity frameworks (global south perspectives)
• Gender, caste, and dignity
• Dignity in legal pedagogy

Eligibility:

• Law students (UG & PG)
• Legal academics
• Research scholars (law, political science, sociology, philosophy, etc.)
• Public policy professionals
• Practicing lawyers and judicial clerks

Submission Guidelines:

• Abstract length: 300–500 words
• Format: Word/PDF, Times New Roman, 12 pt, 1.5 spacing
• Submission Link: Click Here
• Co-authorship: Allowed up to 2 authors
• Submission Fee: None

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FAQs

Q1: Is there any fee for submission or participation?
A: No. There is no abstract submission fee.

Q2: Can co-authored abstracts be submitted?
A: Yes, up to two co-authors are allowed.

Q3: Will selected abstracts be published?
A: Selected abstracts may lead to full-paper publication in IJCL or a conference volume, subject to review.

Q4: Will certificates be given?
A: Yes, Certificates of Presentation will be provided to all paper presenters.

Q5: Will travel/accommodation be arranged?
A: Specifics regarding logistics will be shared by the organizers to shortlisted applicants.

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Important Links

Resource	Link
Conference Brochure	Download Here
Abstract Submission Form	Click Here
NALSAR Website	Visit Here

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