Call for Papers: National Conference on Coastal Zone Laws – NorthCap University, Gurugram
The Centre for Studies in Environmental Law (CSEL) at The NorthCap University (NCU), Gurugram, invites abstract submissions for its National Conference on “Conceptualising Legal Framework and Policies for Coastal Zones in India: Issues and Challenges”.
Date: February 28 – March 1, 2025
Mode:Hybrid (Physical & Online)
Venue:The NorthCap University, Gurugram
About the Conference
This conference aims to foster discussions on coastal zone conservation, sustainable development, and the legal frameworks governing coastal areas in India. Given the vital role of mangroves, sand dunes, and other coastal ecosystems in climate resilience, the conference will bring together academicians, legal practitioners, environmentalists, policymakers, and researchers to deliberate on the challenges and solutions.
Themes& Sub- themes
– General Legal Framework on Coastal Zone Management
– Coastal Zone and Marine Waste
Protection of Ecologically Sensitive Areas
– Improving the Lives of Coastal Communities
– Mitigating Impacts of Climate Change
– Balancing Development with Conservation of Coastal Environment
– Corporate Social Responsibility towards Coastal Zone Management
– Ecotourism and Sustainable Development
– Judicial Discourse on Coastal Zone Management
Who Can Submit?
✔ Law Students, Academicians, and Legal Practitioners
Submission Guidelines
– Abstract Submission Deadline: February 6, 2025 (11:59 PM)
– Word Limit:300 words
– Email abstracts to cselconference@ncuindia.edu
– Selection notifications by February 8, 2025
Full Paper Submission Deadline: February 25, 2025
✔ Word Limit:5,000 – 6,000 words (excluding footnotes)
✔ Font: Times New Roman (12 for content, 10 for footnotes, 1.5 spacing)
✔ Citation Style:ILI or OSCOLA
✔ AI Usage: Less than 5%, and similarity below 10%
Registration & Payment Deadline: February 14, 2025
Fee Structure
Single Authors:
✔ Academicians: ₹1,200
✔ Practitioners: ₹1,500
✔ Students: ₹800
Co-authored Papers (Max 2 Authors):
✔ Academicians: ₹2,000
✔ Practitioners: ₹2,500
✔ Students: ₹1,000
Publication Opportunity
✔ Selected papers will undergo peer review and be published by a reputed legal publisher.
How to Apply?
Email abstracts & papers to cselconference@ncuindia.edu
For Queries:
✔ Sareesha Chawla:8447237783
✔ Prajul Mehta: 9111470170
This is an excellent opportunity to engage in environmental law discussions and contribute to India’s coastal legal framework- Submit your abstract today!