National Conference Announcement: “Nyayarth” — Law, Language, and Forensic Science: A Synergistic Approach to Justice
Organized by Shri Vaishnav Institute of Law (SVIL) & Shri Vaishnav Institute of Forensic Science (SVIFS), Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya, Indore
About the University
Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya, established in 2015 under the Madhya Pradesh Niji Vishwavidyalaya Act, is a private university located in Indore, India. It is committed to excellence in education, research, and training with a vision to shape a better future for mankind.
About the Conference
In an era where crime and justice grow increasingly complex, collaboration across disciplines is vital for achieving truth and fairness. “Nyayarth” is a national conference designed to foster dialogue and research at the intersection of law, language, and forensic science. This platform brings together legal professionals, forensic experts, linguists, academicians, researchers, scholars, and students from across India to discuss how precise legal language and forensic evidence contribute to an effective justice system.
Theme
Law, Language and Forensic Science: A Synergistic Approach to Justice
Sub-themes
- Role of Forensic Linguistics in Legal Investigations
- Communication Barriers and Justice Delivery: Bridging Legal-Language Gaps
- Forensic Science as Expert Testimony: Legal Admissibility and Language Clarity
- Language of Law: Clarity, Ambiguity, and Interpretation
- Multilingualism and Access to Justice: Role of Interpreters
- Digital Forensics and Legal Language in Cybercrime Investigations
- Narrative Structures in Legal and Forensic Testimonies
- Ethical and Legal Challenges in Forensic Evidence Communication
- AI, Language, and Forensic Tools in Modern Justice Systems
- Pedagogical Approaches to Teaching Law, Language, and Forensic Science
- Role of Regional, National, and International Languages in Court Hierarchies
Who Can Submit?
Academicians, professionals, field experts, research scholars, and students.
Submission Categories & Word Limits
- Research Articles: 2,500 – 3,000 words
- Essays: 2,500 – 4,000 words
- Case Comments: 2,000 – 3,000 words
Submission Guidelines
Abstract Submission:
- Max 250 words, Times New Roman, 12 pt font, 1.5 line spacing
- Must include title, author(s) name, affiliation, contact details, and email
- Abstract should cover:
- Crux of submission
- Research question
- Focus of analysis
- Structure (if applicable)
- Keywords
Full Paper Submission:
- MS Word template
- Title: 16 pt, bold; Subtitles: 14 pt, bold; Body text: 12 pt, justified, 1.5 spacing
- Margins: 0.75” all sides
- Footnotes: 10 pt, single spacing
- Citation style: Bluebook (19th Edition) or APA (7th Edition)
- Original, unpublished work; plagiarism max 10%
Important Dates
- Abstract Submission Deadline: 10 June 2025
- Abstract Acceptance Notification: 12 June 2025
- Registration Deadline: 15 June 2025
- Full Paper Submission Deadline: 25 June 2025
Registration Fee
- Academicians/Professionals: ₹500
- Students/Research Scholars: ₹250
How to Submit
Email abstracts and papers to: nyayarth@svvv.edu.in
Contact Information
Faculty Coordinators:
- Ms. Jagruti Gupta: 9179978741
- Ms. Akanksha Surana: 9892835707
- Ms. Aswathi Chandran Nair: 9188709651
Student Coordinators:
- Shreyanshi Yadav: 900917012
- Harsh Gupta: 9340982660
- Mansi Tiwari: 86025549358
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