The Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab (RGNUL), an esteemed autonomous institution established under the Punjab legislature's RGNUL Act (No. 12 of 2006), has issued an open call for paper submissions for the forthcoming Volume XI Issue II of the RGNUL Financial and Mercantile Law Review (RFMLR). This opportunity extends until April 28, 2024, for interested scholars and practitioners in the field.
About RGNUL
Since its inception in 2006, RGNUL has established itself as a premier institution for legal studies and research across India. Recognized for its academic excellence, it was the first among National Law Universities to receive an ‘A’ grade accreditation from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) in May 2015, signifying its commitment to providing high-quality legal education.
About the Law Review
The RFMLR is a distinguished bi-annual, student-edited, double-blind peer-reviewed journal that promotes scholarly discourse in the sphere of business and commercial law. Launched in 2014, it has become a pivotal platform for academicians, practitioners, and students to publish original research on various aspects of financial and mercantile laws. Indexed in prominent databases like SCC Online, Manupatra, and Hein Online, it consistently ranks among the top-accessed law school journals, illustrating its significant impact on legal scholarship.
The journal has been instrumental in fostering academic discussions through various initiatives, including collaborations with Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. for a conclave on banking and finance, and with the Insolvency & Bankruptcy Board of India for a conference on insolvency laws in India. These endeavors underscore its role in bridging academic research with practical insights in the legal profession.
Volume XI Issue II Call for Papers
The forthcoming issue invites scholarly contributions that delve into corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, competition law, insolvency, banking and finance, and several other domains within the ambit of financial and mercantile legislation. Submissions that offer fresh perspectives on recent developments in these fields are particularly encouraged, aiming to enrich the academic and professional understanding of contemporary legal challenges.
Eligibility and Submission Guidelines
This call is open to a broad audience including legal practitioners, professionals, academics, and law students, fostering a diverse pool of insights and research findings.
Categories and Word Limits
– Articles: Ranging from 6,000 to 12,000 words
– Short Notes: Between 4,000 and 6,000 words
– Case Comments: From 3,000 to 5,000 words
– Book Reviews: Spanning 1,500 to 3,000 words
These word counts exclude footnotes, demanding comprehensive analysis within specified constraints.
Key Requirements
– Submissions must be in English and represent original, unpublished work that reflects the author’s own investigations and conclusions.
– Co-authorship is restricted to a maximum of two individuals, promoting collaboration while maintaining focused contributions.
– The work should be analytical and provide unique insights and recommendations, rather than merely descriptive accounts with broad suggestions.
– A strict no-plagiarism policy is in effect to ensure the integrity and originality of the scholarship.
Procedure for Submission
Manuscripts must be submitted via a dedicated Google Form, with no alternative submission methods accepted. Each submission should be in .doc or .docx format and accompanied by a signed Certificate of Originality and Copyright(in this format). Upon submission, authors will receive a receipt acknowledging their contribution along with a unique manuscript code for future reference.
Deadline and Contact Information
The final date for submissions is April 28, 2024. Should there be any inquiries, authors are encouraged to contact the Editorial Board directly at submissions_rfmlr@rgnul.ac.in.
For submissions, interested parties are directed to the provided link for completion and submission of their manuscripts.
This call for papers represents a significant opportunity for those engaged in the study and practice of financial and mercantile law to contribute to a respected academic discourse, share innovative research, and potentially influence the development of law in these critical areas of practice.
