Centre for Excellence in Legal Writing, IILM Law School, Gurugram is organising its Essay Writing Competition on “Aspirations of Constitutional Reforms for a Just and Equitable Higher Education System in India”.
About IILM University, Gurugram
IILM University has had a legacy of excellence in responsible management education since 1993. IILM University, Gurugram has been set up under The Haryana Private Universities (Amendment) Act, 2018 in Sector 53 Gurugram.
About IILM Law School, Gurugram
IILM Law School is a Research-Oriented Institution that provides global legal education. The school has recognition from the Bar Council of India & the University Grants Commission.
Located in the heart of Gurugram, it was established in the year 2019 and is presently working under the leadership of our Chancellor Dr SY Quraishi (Former Chief of Election Commissioner of India), Pro-Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Ranbir Singh (founder & former Vice-Chancellor NALSAR Hyderabad & National Law University Delhi), Vice-Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Sujata Shahi and Dean Prof. (Dr.) Asha Verma.
About Centre for Excellence in Legal Writing
The skill of writing and the art of presentation are the two defining characters of excellence in the field of law. Legal writing is an activity that combines these two elements and considering the same, IILM Law School has established a Centre of Excellence for Legal Writing that hone the writing and research skills of the students. The Centre conducts various activities like article writing, judgment analysis, essay competitions, research workshops etc.
About the Competition
In an era of rapid globalization, technological advancements, and evolving social dynamics, the legal landscape is constantly being reshaped. The 21st century presents unprecedented challenges and opportunities that call for innovative legal thinking and robust frameworks to uphold justice, equity, and the rule of law.
To encourage critical engagement with these evolving issues, CELW proposes to organise an Essay Writing Competition that invites students and scholars to delve into the intricacies of contemporary legal challenges in higher education in India specifically in light of the Constitutional Law. The theme of the competition is a part of “संविधान से भारत: 75 Years of Democracy and Justice” to commemorate 75 years of the Constitution of India, a series of events launched by IILM Law School.
The primary aim of this competition is to foster a deeper understanding of Constitutional Law among participants. The competition seeks to:
Encourage analytical abilities and critical thinking when handling challenging legal issues and current affairs in higher education in India. Promote unique and creative viewpoints on important legal, social and economic matters in higher education system. Give participants a forum to disseminate their findings and perspectives to a larger audience. To help participants enhance and build upon their research and writing skills.
By the end of the competition, the participants will have a nuanced understanding of a variety of essential skills like drafting and researching along with enhanced knowledge in various legal and social implications.
Topic
Aspirations of Constitutional Reforms for a Just and Equitable Higher Education System in India.
Awards and Certificates
First Prize: Rs. 10000/- Second Prize: Rs. 5000/- E-certificates will be provided to all participants. The First Prize is reserved for participants who are not affiliated with IILM University, Gurugram.
Eligibility
Open to Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students and Research Scholars across India. Participants must submit original work in adherence to the competition’s theme.
Formatting Guidelines
Font Style: Times New Roman Font Size: 12 Line Spacing: 1.5 Alignment: Justified Margins: 1 inch on all sides Paragraph Indentation: The first line of each paragraph should be indented by 0.5 inches. Headers/Footers: No headers or footers are allowed, except for the page number at the bottom-right corner. File Naming Convention: [Participant Name]_Essay Title.pdf (e.g., RahulSharma_Eductional Reforms In India.pdf). File Format: PDF Only. Submissions deviating from the mentioned format will not be considered.
Word Limit
The essay must be between [1500–2000 words] (excluding references).
References and Citation
Use APA Style or any consistent citation format for references and bibliography (if applicable). All quoted or referenced material must be appropriately cited.
Plagiarism Policy
All submissions will undergo a plagiarism check. Essays with more than [10%] similarity will be disqualified.
Additional Rules
Only one submission per participant is allowed. Essays must not contain any personal identifiers within the document to ensure fair evaluation. The organizing committee reserves the right to modify the guidelines. By submitting the essay, participants grant the organizers the right to publish or reproduce the essay with due acknowledgement. Prize money will be transferred directly to the winners’ bank accounts, and the necessary details will be requested through a separate email.
Deadline
All essays must be submitted by 27th February 2025, 11:59 PM IST. Declaration of results: 20th March 2025
Submission Process
Submit your Essay via Google Form:
Evaluation Criteria
Creativity and Originality: [25%] Content Relevance: [25%] Clarity and Articulation: [20%] Adherence to the Theme: [20%] Grammar and Presentation: [10%]
Contact
Please ensure that all contact is made strictly during business hours.
For any queries, contact:
Ms. Harshita Jain, Faculty Convenor CELW: Harshita.jain@iilm.eduDr. Archna Sehrawat, Faculty Convenor CELW: archna.sehrawat@iilm.eduMs. Kashish Khanna, Student Convenor, CELW: 9752974899Ms. Palak Yadav, Student Co-Convenor, CELW: 8368435653.