About the University

National Law University and Judicial Academy, Assam (NLUJAA) is a premier legal education institution based in Guwahati, Assam. Established in 2009 under an Act passed by the State Legislature, NLUJAA aims to foster legal research and academic excellence in North-East India and beyond.

About the Centre for Disability Studies and Health Laws (CDSHL)

The Centre for Disability Studies and Health Laws (CDSHL) at NLUJAA is a trailblazing initiative focused on disability rights and inclusive legal frameworks. Guided by the ethos of “Nothing About Us Without Us,” the Centre brings together diverse stakeholders—academicians, practitioners, researchers, NGOs, and policymakers—to champion rights-based approaches in disability and health law. As the sole centre of its kind in the North-East, CDSHL addresses critical regional challenges like poor healthcare access, limited infrastructure, and low awareness, aligning its efforts with the UNCRPD and national legislation.

About the Blog

The CDSHL Blog is a student-run platform managed by the Student Editorial Board. It serves as a space for students, legal professionals, researchers, and academics to contribute insightful articles on evolving themes around disability and health laws.

Event Dates

Format/Structure

• Theme: Disability and Health Laws (interdisciplinary topics from law or social sciences are welcome)
• Word Limit: 900–1500 words
• Authorship: Co-authorship allowed (up to 2 authors)
• Style & Formatting:
  • Font: Times New Roman
  • Font Size: 12 (Text), 10 (Endnotes)
  • Spacing: 1.5 (Text), Single (Endnotes)
  • Citations: Use hyperlinks or endnotes (no footnotes)
• Plagiarism: Tolerated up to 15%; strict action beyond that
• Additional Details: Include author’s full name, institution, course, year, and specialisation in the body of the email

Location

This is an online initiative, allowing contributors from across India and abroad to participate remotely.

Additional Details

• The Centre actively promotes scholarly engagement through inclusive and rights-based legal discourse.
• Accepted entries will be published on the official CDSHL Blog.
• Authors gain visibility through a university-affiliated platform focused on contemporary legal and policy developments.

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