Call for Submissions for Abhilekh Magazine at GNLU: Submit by Dec 31

GNLU Legal Services Committee invites submissions for Abhilekh Magazine. The last date of submission is December 31.

About the Magazine

At Abhilekh, we serve as a dynamic platform for narratives that encapsulate the very essence of societal transformation. Our focus lies in curating stories that resonate with the core needs of our communities, echoing their desires for change through multifaceted dimensions. It’s a comprehensive medium that inspires writers to explore the far-reaching impacts of their narratives.

We invite them to delve into changes that redefine the ways we navigate life, work, communication, and human interaction. In an era defined by rapid technological strides, shifting cultural landscapes, and global interconnectedness, societies worldwide are undergoing profound metamorphoses.

Theme

At our blog, we extend an invitation to writers who are passionate about delving into the intricate interplay between transforming societies and the ever-evolving legal landscape. Our exploration spans a diverse range of themes, each presenting an opportunity to dissect and analyze the profound changes shaping our world. Dive into a realm where societal evolution meets legal intricacies, as our blog explores themes that echo the heartbeat of our changing world. The contributors can explore the following suggested themes

Digital Privacy and Ethics: Explore the ethical implications of rapid technological advancements on privacy rights, data protection, and the delicate balance between convenience and personal security including discussions on data protection regulations and international cooperation.
Environmental Justice and Sustainability: Delve into the intersection of societal transformation and legal responses in addressing environmental challenges, climate change mitigation, and the pursuit of sustainable development.
Cultural Revolutions in the Digital Age: Examine the influence of shifting cultural paradigms in the era of digital communication, social media, and virtual communities, and the legal implications that arise from these transformations.
Healthcare and Public Health Regulations: Explore the role of legal systems in ensuring equitable access to healthcare services, advancements in medical technology, and the impact on marginalized communities.
Family Dynamics and Changing Family Laws: Scrutinize how evolving societal perspectives on gender roles and relationships are influencing family law, marriage equality, and the recognition of diverse family structures.
Education Reform and Legal Implications: Analyze the reciprocal relationship between changing educational paradigms, curriculum updates, and legal aspects such as education policies, funding, and student rights. Discuss how education is being transformed by technological innovations, the legal aspects of e-learning, and the digital divide in access to quality education.
Criminal Justice Reform in Digital Society: Explore the impact of technology on criminal justice systems, including topics like digital surveillance, cybercrime laws, and the ethical use of artificial intelligence in law enforcement.
Social Justice Movements and Legal Frameworks: Examine how social justice movements, such as civil rights, gender equality, and LGBTQ+ rights, have influenced and been influenced by changes in legal systems, shaping societal norms and legal protections.
Economic Inequality and Legal Remedies: Explore how shifts in societal norms towards addressing economic inequality have led to legal reforms in areas such as labor laws, wealth distribution, and corporate accountability.
Criminal Justice Transformation in Evolving Societies: Investigate how the dynamics of modern society influence criminal justice systems, encompassing aspects such as changes in policing methods, legal responses to new forms of crime, and the ethical considerations surrounding the use of artificial intelligence and digital surveillance in law enforcement.
Censorship, the Internet, and Right to Information: Examine how the information that is put on the Internet comes under the ambit of censorship- and whether they may be censured and to what extent. Furthermore, examines the interplay of the right to information to censorship and the societal as well the legal challenges that come therein
Urban Displacement and its Upshots: Explore the impact of urban development and its darker side of urban displacement. Furthermore, examine the legal and societal changes that come with such displacement and hence reforms and policy recommendation that could fit in the paradigm.
Techfluence- Navigating the Intersection of New Age Technology and Society: Explore the transformative influence of cutting-edge technology on society, addressing aspects such as digital innovations, artificial intelligence, ethical considerations, societal integration, and the evolving human experience in the age of technology.

Submission Guidelines

Categories: Contribute submissions that reflect your unique perspectives that can be expressed in:a) Poems,b) Artwork, orc) Articles (1200-1500 Words)
Originality: We value original content that offers fresh insights and perspectives. Submissions should ideally be previously unpublished and not extensively covered in other platforms.
Language: We welcome submissions in English and Hindi language, as we believe diverse voices contribute to a richer understanding of the subject matter.
Co-Authorship: For articles and essays, co-authorship is accepted for up to two authors. However, poems and artwork should be solely attributed to the submitting author.
Description: Alongside your submission, provide a brief description (up to 250 words) explaining the context and themes of your piece.
Nuanced Political Analysis: Embracing the intricate tapestry of societal dynamics, we extend a warm welcome to contributors who delve into insightful analyses exploring the far-reaching impact of policies or any socio-political measures on the public. However, we kindly request that contributors refrain from providing direct endorsements or engaging in analyses that specifically endorse political parties, figures, or ideologies.
Copyright and Plagiarism: Ensure your submission is free from plagiarism and adheres to copyright guidelines. You retain the rights to your work while granting us permission to publish it.
Indemnification: Upon submitting a contribution to Abhilekh, all contributors commit to indemnify Abhilekh and GNLU against any claims, suits, or damages arising from allegations of copyright infringement, plagiarism, or unauthorized use.

Formatting Guidelines

Font: Use Times New Roman throughout the manuscript.
Title: Centered, bold, and font size 14.
Body Text: Font size 12, Times New Roman, with single line spacing.
Keywords: Include four keywords after the main text.
References: Hyperlink any references provided in the text. (References that cannot be hyperlinked shall be cited in Harvard Bluebook 20th Edition.)
The submission must be devoid of any grammatical or spelling mistakes.