Censitio 1.0 – Article Writing Competition by Symbiosis Law School & Luthra & Luthra Law Offices

Censitio 1.0: National Article Writing Competition

Organized by the Centre for Real Estate and Taxation (CRAT), Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad

About Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad

Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad, a constituent of Symbiosis International (Deemed to be University), Pune, is committed to the holistic development of students through a balance of academic and extracurricular activities.

About Censitio 1.0

Censitio 1.0 highlights the importance of multilateral cooperation in shaping fair taxation systems for digital economies. The competition provides a platform for law students to analyze key taxation challenges and develop insights on technology-driven tax policies for equitable taxation practices.

Eligibility

Open to law students pursuing a five-year integrated undergraduate law program or a three-year graduate law program.
L.L.M. students are not eligible.

Sub-Themes for Article Writing

Tax Compliance and Transparency in the Age of Cryptocurrency and Blockchain
Tax Burden on Multinational Corporations: The Role of Digital Services Taxes (DST)
Addressing Tax Evasion and Base Erosion in Digital Economies
OECD’s Role in Setting Global Standards for Digital Taxation
A Comparative Analysis of Global and Indian Taxation Policies
Urbanization and Smart Cities: Exploring Tax Implications on Real Estate Development
Double Taxation and Its Impact on International Trade and Investment
Digital Inclusion and Environmental Taxation: A Powerful Pair for Driving Energy Transition in Green Economies
Corporate Social Responsibility and Its Relationship with Tax Avoidance
Reforming Fiscal Federalism: Strategies for Revenue Optimization

Competition Guidelines

Mode: Online Submission
Eligibility: Open to undergraduate law students across India
Submission Format:

Word Limit: 1500-2500 words
Font & Spacing: Times New Roman, 12 pt, 1.5 spacing
Footnotes: Bluebook 20th Edition
Judging Criteria: Originality, depth of analysis, clarity, coherence, and adherence to formatting.
Panel of Judges: Renowned academicians, tax law experts, and practitioners.

Awards & Internship Opportunities

Best Article: ₹10,000 + Internship at a prestigious law firm
Second Best Article: ₹8,000 + Internship opportunity
Third Best Article: ₹5,000 + Internship opportunity

Important Dates

Last Date for Submission: March 18, 2025
Results Announcement: March 29, 2025
Panel Discussion (Offline at SLS Hyderabad): March 29, 2025 (Saturday)