Law Centre II, University of Delhi is organising its National Conference on Navigating Legal Frontiers of India: Recent Trends, scheduled to be held from 03rd – 05th April 2025.
About Law Centre II, University of Delhi
Law Centre II is a premier institution imparting quality legal education to the masses for more than fifty years. Law Centre II has made a modest start from the campus of ARSD College, Dhaula Kuan in 1971 as a part of Faculty of Law, University of Delhi. It has been shifted to its current location at Umang Bhawan, Chhatra Marg, University of Delhi in 2016. It provides legal education to almost three thousand students at a time. It has a strong alumni presence in the academia, bureaucracy and legal research.
About the Conference
Law is an ever-evolving and dynamic discipline that must continuously adapt to societal changes to maintain a delicate balance between rights and responsibilities. As societies progress, legal systems must respond to new realities, ensuring justice remains relevant and effective. Recent developments in technology, political thought, and sociological perspectives have challenged many traditional legal doctrines, necessitating an urgent re-evaluation of legal frameworks. Law, as a mechanism for harmonizing individual aspirations with communitarian values, must evolve thoughtfully to address these emerging concerns.
The rapid technological advancements of the 21st century have profoundly impacted both public and private spheres. These developments have created unprecedented opportunities while also raising pressing legal concerns regarding privacy, data protection, digital rights, and ethical regulations. Artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, bioterd chnology, and cyber law are areas that demand urgent legal scrutiny and regulatory frameworks to balance innovation with individual and societal protection.
In parallel, shifts in political ideologies and sociological paradigms are redefining fundamental legal concepts such as gender, family, rights, and obligations. The traditional legal framework is being challenged by evolving notions of identity, inclusivity, and social justice. Questions surrounding legal recognition of non-traditional family structures, the expansion of rights for marginalized groups, and the re-evaluation of legal obligations in light of contemporary socio-political changes underscore the need for legal discourse and reform.
This conference seeks to provide a platform for legal scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and academicians to engage in a critical examination of these contemporary challenges. Through interdisciplinary discussions and analytical debates, the event aims to explore innovative legal solutions that can effectively navigate the evolving frontiers of law. By fostering a dialogue that bridges traditional legal principles with contemporary developments, this conference aspires to contribute to the robust and forward-thinking growth of the Indian Legal system.
By addressing these crucial areas, the conference aims to contribute to the continuous evolution of Indian legal thought, ensuring that it remains robust, inclusive, and responsive to contemporary challenges.
Dates of the Conference
03rd – 05th April 2025
Themes
- Constitutional and Administrative Law
- Family Law
- Labour and Industrial Law
- Environmental Law
- Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Law
- Cyber Law and Artificial Intelligence
- Competition Law and Insolvency
- Criminal Law
- Law Related to Technology, Cybercrimes, and Artificial Intelligence
- Taxation Law
Eligibility
The Conference is open for law researchers, academicians, policymakers and practitioners.
Submission of Abstracts and Full Papers
- The interested persons can submit their abstract of 300 words along with the google form latest by 15th March 2024 at [email protected].
- The abstract must also include the details of the author, co- author if any, their affiliation and contact details.
- Maximum one co-author is permitted for a paper. The shortlisted author’s will be notified by 20th March 2025. After which the selected the participants would be required to submit the fee by 24th March 2025 (the details of the account will be shared with the participants).
- Participants would be required to share the transaction number and screen shot of the fee submission at [email protected].
- The full working paper is to be submitted by 30th March 2025 at [email protected].
- Interested persons can participate in the conference by paying the fees even without presenting the paper and benefit from the deliberations of the conference.
Venue of the Conference
Law Centre-II, Umang Bhawan (Law Faculty, New Building), Chhatra Marg, University of Delhi, 110007.
The venue is at walking distance from the Vishwavidalya metro station on Yellow Line of Delhi Metro.
Registration Fees
- 1500 INR for all participants.
- This fee is for one delegate, in case of co-author, both must submit the fee separately. Only one co-author is permitted.
- Participants requiring accommodation on the university premises must send a request email to [email protected] in advance. Accommodation will be provided subject to availability, and additional charges will apply.
Important Dates
- Submission of Abstract and Google Form: 15th March 2025
- The selected participants will be notified by: 20th March 2025
- Payment of fee is to be made by: 24th March 2025.
- The full working paper is to be submitted by: 30th March 2025
Registration
Google Form Link: [Click here to Register]
Payment Details
The participants are required to submit the fee to the Registrar, University of Delhi. The details of the account will be provided at the time of submission of the fee. The participants are required to share the transaction number and screen shot of the fee submission at [email protected]. The fee once paid is NOT refundable.
Donwloads
Brochure: [Click here to view]
Contact
Email: [email protected].
