Call for Papers: International Seminar On ‘Climate Justice in a Warming World: Evolving Paradigms in Law, Action and Technology’ by Vaikunta Baliga College of Law, Udupi

About CEERA

Established in 1997, the Centre for Environmental Law Education, Research and Advocacy (CEERA) is a premier research centre at National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru. CEERA’s mission revolves around strengthening research and advocacy in environmental law through building comprehensive ecological law databases, facilitating stakeholder engagement, conducting training and capacity-building programs, offering consultancy, and nurturing a dedicated ecological law community.

CEERA enjoys institutional support from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), other government departments, international agencies, the Indian Bar and Judiciary.

About Vaikunta Baliga College of Law (VBCL)

Founded in 1957, VBCL, Udupi was established with the primary objective of delivering quality legal education. Named in honor of Late Sri B. Vaikunta Baliga, a renowned legal scholar and former Law Minister of Mysore, the college is one of 45 prestigious institutions operated by the Dr. T.M.A. Pai Foundation, Manipal. VBCL is affiliated with Karnataka State Law University, recognized by the Bar Council of India and the University Grants Commission under sections 2(f) and 12(B) of the UGC Act. The institution is also reaccredited with a B+ grade by NAAC.

About Kerala Law Academy (KLA)

Located in Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala, the Kerala Law Academy Law College offers a dynamic and multidimensional legal learning environment. Its Centre for Advanced Legal Studies and Research (CALSAR) fosters rigorous academic and interdisciplinary research. KLA’s esteemed peer-reviewed Research Journal has been in uninterrupted publication since 1977, contributing significantly to legal scholarship in India.

About the Seminar

The International Seminar on “Climate Justice in a Warming World: Evolving Paradigms in Law, Action, and Technology” is a collaborative initiative by VBCL, CEERA-NLSIU, and KLA, Thiruvananthapuram. The seminar seeks to shed light on the escalating climate crisis and its global implications, while focusing on pathways to justice, equity, and sustainability.

Climate change has drastically impacted the ecological and biological balance of the planet, exacerbating social, economic, legal, and cultural inequalities. Marginalized populations—including tribals, indigenous peoples, and forest dwellers—are disproportionately affected due to resource depletion, food and water insecurity, and systemic exclusion.

The right to a clean environment and a right against climate change are now recognized as distinct yet interconnected human rights. As emphasized by the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India, addressing the growing effects of climate change warrants distinct legal protections.

In this context, the seminar aspires to create a collaborative platform for legal scholars, researchers, technologists, activists, and other stakeholders to engage in forward-thinking discussions on climate action, rights-based frameworks, and innovative legal-technological solutions.

Sub-Themes for Paper Presentation

Participants are invited to submit papers on the following themes (indicative, not exhaustive):

Climate Change and Legal Frameworks
Climate Change and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Climate Change and Marginalised Communities
Climate Change and the Role of the International Court of Justice
Climate Change and Technological Innovation
International Initiatives on Climate Change
Adapting Global Climate Models to Local Contexts
Judiciary’s Role in Advancing Climate Justice
Interdisciplinary Approaches to Climate Change
Climate Change and Human Rights
Climate Change and the Aquatic Ecosystem
Climate-Induced Displacement and Refugees

Seminar Objectives

To critically evaluate current efforts toward achieving climate justice
To examine national and international climate law frameworks
To explore how technological tools can address climate challenges
To highlight the vulnerabilities of marginalized communities
To promote interdisciplinary collaboration and advocacy

Call for Papers

Well-researched papers are invited from all relevant stakeholders.

Submission Guidelines:

Abstract: Max. 300 words (excluding keywords); 4–5 keywords required
File Format: Word (.doc/.docx); include author’s name, email, designation
Authorship Limit: Max. 2 authors per paper; a person can co-author only one paper
Citation Style: OSCOLA (Oxford Standard for Citation of Legal Authorities)
Word Count (Full Paper): 3000–5000 words (excluding footnotes)
Authors may be asked to revise their work after peer review.
Selected papers will be published in an edited volume with ISBN. A publication fee of ₹500 will apply for accepted papers.
Email submissions to: vbclseminar2025@gmail.com

Registration Details

How to Register:
Fill the Google Form provided in the original post.
Full papers and payment proofs must be submitted by April 27, 2025, after receiving confirmation of abstract acceptance.

Registration Fee: