The International Policy Drafting & Presentation Competition 2025
Organized by: Maharashtra National Law University Mumbai (MNLU Mumbai)
Date: 12th May 2025
Venue: MNLU Mumbai, MTNL Building, Hiranandani Gardens, Powai, Mumbai
Mode: Hybrid (Online & Offline)
About MNLU Mumbai
Maharashtra National Law University Mumbai (MNLU Mumbai), established in 2014, is a premier National Law University dedicated to fostering quality legal education and policy research. Situated in Mumbai, the university provides a dynamic environment for academic growth and practical legal exposure.
About the Competition
MNLU Mumbai, in collaboration with Yuvak Biradari (Bharat) and in association with the Pro Bono Club & Centre for Applied Research in Public Health Law, presents the International Policy Drafting & Presentation Competition 2025.
Objective:
This competition serves as a platform for students to draft comprehensive, solution-driven policies addressing pressing societal issues. Participants will present their policy proposals to a distinguished panel of academicians, policymakers, and legal experts.
Why Participate?
- Engage in policy discourse and propose impact-driven solutions.
- Enhance research, drafting, and presentation skills.
- Compete for prestigious prizes and internship opportunities.
Themes
Participants can draft policies on one of the following topics:
Transforming Rural India: Sustainable Development Strategies
Bridging the Employment Gap: Policy Solutions for Job Creation
Balancing Power: Rethinking Centre-State Relations
Reinforcing Institutional Integrity: Appointments & Autonomy of Regulatory Bodies and Judicial Autonomy
Strengthening Health Systems: Redesigning Primary Healthcare Delivery in India
Competition Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Announcement of Competition | 7th March 2025 |
| Concept Note Reveal | 12th March 2025 |
| Last Date for Registration | 5th April 2025 |
| Last Date for Policy Submission | 14th April 2025 |
| Policy Presentation | 12th May 2025 |
Eligibility & Team Structure
Open to undergraduate & postgraduate students from any university.
Cross-institutional teams are allowed.
Participation can be individual or in a team of two.
Awards & Prizes
Cash Prizes + Certificates
- 1st Prize: ₹10,000 + Certificate of Merit
- 2nd Prize: ₹7,000 + Certificate of Merit
- 3rd Prize: ₹5,000 + Certificate of Merit
- Consolation Prizes (3 winners): ₹1,000 each + Certificate of Recognition
Internship Opportunities for top performers
Registration & Fee
Registration Fee:
- Individual: ₹500
- Team of Two: ₹1000
Accommodation is NOT included in the registration fee.
Important Links
Click here to register- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfmk5FMv_l-yiIyjRSo4-j_4_VNIkqxD55LTpJ5qRLQByBM-Q/viewform
Payment Link- https://secure.paytmpayments.com/link/paymentForm/72059/LL_758763138
Contact Information
Email: mnlumevents@mnlumumbai.edu.in
Competition Coordinators:
- Mr. Anurag Shelke – +91 94047 77680
- Mr. Shantanu Mhaske – +91 77759 12616
Brochure Available Here- https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QvMpEi3s8NU9jiqQ1vRonHYhd7hlTbJT/view
Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to policy discourse and make an impact!
