About National Law University Delhi
National Law University Delhi (NLU Delhi) is one of India’s premier law schools, established under the National Law University Delhi Act, 2008. Located in Dwarka, New Delhi, the university is dedicated to providing world-class legal education and engaging in high-impact research. NLU Delhi is well-recognized for its contributions to legal scholarship and societal reform.
About the Journal
The Journal of National Law University Delhi (JNLUD) is the flagship publication of NLU Delhi. JNLUD is a general, double-blind peer-reviewed journal committed to publishing high-quality original research. The journal features scholarly articles across all branches of law and has special sections dedicated to case comments, book reviews, and legislative or policy developments.
JNLUD offers a platform for interdisciplinary and critical legal discussions that aim to advance our understanding of law, society, and justice. It welcomes contributions from academics, legal professionals, and researchers globally, with a strong emphasis on innovation in method and form. The Journal is indexed on prestigious databases like HeinOnline.
Call for Papers: Volume 11, Issue 2025
JNLUD invites submissions for its upcoming Volume 11 (2025) edition. The journal encourages contributions in the form of articles, notes, comments, and book reviews. The submission deadline is 15 January 2025.
Authors from legal and allied disciplines are encouraged to explore themes relevant to law, policy, and justice, with the journal prioritizing novel research that reimagines the boundaries of law.
Important Dates
- Opening Date for Submissions: 17 September 2024
- Submission Deadline: 15 January 2025
Submission Categories and Word Limits
- Short Articles: 6000-8000 words
- Long Articles: 8000-10000 words
- Notes and Comments: Under 5000 words
- These typically focus on recent cases, policies, or legislation.
- Book Reviews: 2500 words
- Book reviews should offer critical analysis rather than summaries.
All word counts are inclusive of footnotes.
Formatting Guidelines
- Main Text: Times New Roman, Size 12, Line Spacing 1.5
- Footnotes: Times New Roman, Size 10, Line Spacing 1
- Citation Style: OSCOLA (4th Edition)
- Submission Format: MS Word (doc/docx)
All submissions (except book reviews) must be accompanied by an abstract of no more than 300 words and five keywords.
Review Process
JNLUD follows a double-blind peer review process, ensuring impartiality and rigorous academic scrutiny. Submissions undergo:
- Desk Review: Initial evaluation by the Editorial Board.
- Peer Review: Anonymous evaluation by subject experts.
The review process typically concludes within 12-15 weeks.
Open Access Policy
JNLUD is an Open Access Journal. All published content is freely available on the journal’s website without any restrictions. Articles are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0), allowing for both commercial and non-commercial reuse with proper attribution.
Submission Process
Submissions must be made via the online submission form here. Submissions via email will not be considered.
Please ensure that the manuscript is anonymized for blind review (i.e., it must not include the author’s name or institutional affiliation).
There are no fees for submission or publication.
Contact Information
For further details, please visit the official JNLUD webpage or contact the editorial board at JNLUD@nludelhi.ac.in.
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