About the Book:
Routledge (Taylor & Francis Group) invites chapter proposals for an upcoming edited volume titled Policing in Modern India: Decolonization, Institutional Transformation, and Reform Pathways. The book is part of the series Advances in Police Theory and Practice and aims to offer critical, evidence-based insights into modern policing in India. The volume seeks to bridge theory and practice by combining contributions from scholars, practitioners, researchers, and legal experts engaged with police reforms and contemporary challenges.
The edited volume is led by:
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Dr. Baidyanath Mukherjee, AURO University
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Dr. G. K. Goswami, Ex-IPS, Founding Director, UPSPFS Lucknow
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Dr. Meera Mathew, Mar Gregorios College of Law
Eligibility:
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Academics, researchers, practitioners, legal professionals, and policy experts working on policing, justice systems, cybercrime, institutional reform, or related domains.
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Early-career researchers and doctoral scholars with relevant work are also encouraged to apply.
Suggested Themes / Roles for Contributors:
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New criminal laws and shifts from punishment to justice
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Investigative challenges in cybercrime and white-collar offences
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Digital surveillance, privacy rights, and data protection
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Public-private partnerships in cybercrime control
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Police capacity-building, forensic reforms, and digital investigations
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Policing marginalised communities and regional disparities
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Counter-terrorism, intelligence-led policing, and human rights
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Community-oriented policing and education-driven reforms
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Best practices for crime scene management, evidence integrity, and institutional transformation
How to Apply:
Submit your abstract through the official link:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeO3yzJ2r-Wo0jHrvlVZf0oAF20ctuGNYhyKZLvFTEfL9QvdA/viewform
Important Deadlines:
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Abstract Submission (Extended): December 30, 2025
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Notification of Acceptance: January 15, 2026
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Full Paper Submission: February 27, 2026
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Review Results: March 27, 2026
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Final Acceptance Notification: April 10, 2026
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Final Chapter Submission: April 20, 2026
Link to official notification-LINK
