National Conference on Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) 2023
Organized by: Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU), Nagpur
Conference Overview
This conference aims to explore the key reforms introduced by the BNS, BNSS, and BSA 2023, replacing the IPC 1860, CrPC 1974, and Indian Evidence Act 1872. The focus is on technological advancements, forensic-based investigations, stricter procedural timelines, and justice-oriented reforms.
Call for Papers
- Word Limit: 6000–8000 words
- Abstract Submission Deadline: March 20, 2025 (300–350 words)
- Manuscript Submission Deadline: April 03, 2025
- Conference Date: April 05, 2025 (Hybrid Mode)
- Publication: Selected papers will be published in a book (ISBN) or journal (ISSN).
Sub-Themes
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023
- Shift from punishment to reformation
- Reforms in offences against women, children, LGBTQ community
- Changes in offences against human body, property, and the state (Deshdroh)
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023
- Investigation, custody, bail, and trial reforms
- Victim-centric and procedural reforms
- Addressing delays in the criminal justice system
Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), 2023
- Electronic evidence & cybercrimes
- Admissibility of oral, documentary, and hearsay evidence
- Witness protection and best practices in evidence management
Eligibility
- Students (UG & PG)
- Research Scholars
- Academicians & Advocates
- Judges, Public Prosecutors, Police Officers, and other stakeholders
Awards & Recognition
- Best Paper Award (Certificate of Excellence) per technical session.
- Criteria: Formatting, timely submission, fee payment.
Submission & Formatting Guidelines
- Font: Times New Roman (12 for text, 10 for footnotes)
- Spacing: 1.5 (text), 1.0 (footnotes)
- Citation: Bluebook 20th edition
- File Format: .doc/.docx
- Plagiarism Limit: 10% (AI-generated content is prohibited)
Registration & Fees
- Students: ₹700 (Single), ₹1000 (Co-authors)
- Research Scholars: ₹1000 (Single), ₹1500 (Co-authors)
- Academicians & Professionals: ₹1500 (Single), ₹2000 (Co-authors)
- Registration Deadline: March 25, 2025
For queries: criminallawconference.mnlun@gmail.com
Brochure- https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fxyiwR15wJIMWDltTxRuyckJGKQuRQrO/view
Link for fees payment- https://www.onlinesbi.sbi/sbicollect/
Submission of abstracts- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfCkdt4Bv-dSFP6Y_1qEyUwGdG5Q-1gwKRYFvYgLwgphFtZ1Q/viewform
