V.S. Mani Centre for Air and Space Law (VSMCASL) Essay Competition
About the Centre:
The V.S. Mani Centre for Air and Space Law (VSMCASL) at Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) is a leading institution dedicated to advancing the study of air and space law in India. Named after the eminent jurist Prof. (Dr.) V.S. Mani, the Centre offers specialized education and fosters legal research in these evolving fields of international law. It regularly organizes conferences, competitions, courses, and lectures to promote awareness and scholarship in air and space law.
Objective of the Competition:
The competition aims to encourage research and provide opportunities for students passionate about Air and Space Law.
Theme:
The theme of the competition is any contemporary issue of Air and Space Law.
Eligibility:
The competition is open to students pursuing UG/PG (Law) courses in India. Participants must register by filling out the online form.
Submission Guidelines:
- Mode: Submissions must be made online.
- Language: Submissions must be in English.
- Originality: The essay should be original. Plagiarism will lead to disqualification.
- Title: Once registered, the title of the essay cannot be changed.
- Co-authorship: Co-authorship is allowed up to two authors.
- Identification: The author’s details (name and affiliation) must be submitted separately via email, not included in the essay.
- Multiple Submissions: Only one submission per participant. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.
- Word Limit: The essay should be between 4000 to 6000 words (excluding references).
- Citation Style: Use OSCOLA (4th edition) citation style.
- Font: Times New Roman, font size 12, 1.5 line spacing.
- File Format: Submit the essay as a Microsoft Word document (.doc or .docx).
- Publication Status: Essays should not have been published or under consideration for publication elsewhere.
- Judging Criteria: Essays will be evaluated based on depth of analysis, quality of arguments, structure, feasibility of suggestions, language, and references.
Submission Deadline:
15 August 2025
Submission Email:
Send your essays to: vsmec@gnlu.ac.in
Prizes:
- 1st Prize: ₹11,000
- 2nd Prize: ₹10,000
- 3rd Prize: ₹9,000
- Certificates of Appreciation: All participants who submit their essays by the deadline will receive an e-Certificate of Appreciation.
Contact:
For queries, please email: vsmec@gnlu.ac.in
Links:
- Official Notification- file:///C:/Users/HP/Downloads/6th-V.S.-Mani-Memorial-National-Essay-Competition-2025-4.pdf
