Month: September 2020

General Data Protection Regulation

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The article has been written by Yash Mittal, pursuing LLB-1 year from Mewar Law Institute. Picture Credits to MarTech Today

GDPR stands for General Data Protection Regulation which came into effect on 25 May 2018. It is a regulation enforced by the European parliament on European union member states for data handling. The EU General data protection regulation is the most important change in data privacy regulation in 20 years.

GDPR was adopted and approved by the European parliament in April 2016. The Data protection directive (1995) is being replaced with the General data protection regulation (2018).

GDPR was to take effect after two years period, and it doesn’t require any legislation to be passed by the government.

Timeline

1) 21 Oct 2013- European Parliament committee on civil liberties, justice and home affairs (LIBE committee) had an orientation vote.

2) 15 Dec 2015- Negotiations between European parliament, council, and commission resulted in a joint proposal.

3) 17 Dec 2015- LIBE committee votes positively on the outcomes of negotiations.

4) 8 April 2016- Adopted by the council of the European Union.

5) 14 April 2016- Adopted by the European Parliament.

6) 4 May 2016- Published in the EU official journal.

7) 20 days later entered into force.

8) 25 May 2018- date the regulation allies from.

Why is GDPR important today?

Data is the oil of the 21st century. For a lot of business and marketing purposes, data processing is a significant process. Almost each and every company is processing some sort of personal data on regular basis.

From the last 12 to 15 years, we saw a revolution on the Internet all over the world. There are so many social media platforms like WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and many more. But when you install these applications on your desktop or mobile phones they ask for your permissions like Identity, location, contacts, photos, etc. Apps want to collect your data because it is valuable for their companies and many companies collect your valuable data for their personal use. As it helps them in making their market strategies and easy for them to know your behavior and patterns towards their products.

Rights of Individuals under GDPR

1) Right, to be informed- It must be transparent, intelligible, easily accessible, written in clear and simple language, if addressed to a child.

2) Right to access- Individuals have the right to know exactly what data or information held about them and how it has been used.

3) Right to rectification- An individual will be entitled to have personal data rectified if it is inaccurate or an option to complete it if incomplete.

4) Right to erasure- It is also known as the right to be forgotten. It gives individuals to right to have their personal data deleted or removed without the need for specific reasons.

5) Right to restrict processing- It refers to individual right to block or suppress processing of their personal data.

6) Right to data portability- It allows individuals to obtain and reuse their personal data across different services for their own purpose.

7) Right to object- Individual is entitled to object their personal data being used.

8) Right of automated decision making and profiling -GDPR has put safeguards to protect individuals against the risk that potentially damaging decision is made without human intervention.

Objective of GDPR

The objective of the GDPR is to provide a set of standardized data protection laws across all the member countries. This should make it easier for EU citizens to understand how their data is being used, and also raise any complaints, even if they are not in the country where its located.

Principles of GDPR

There are 7 key principles of GDPR:-

1) Lawfulness, fairness, and transparency.

2) Purpose limitation.

3) Data minimization.

4) Accuracy.

5) Storage limitation.

6) Integrity and confidentiality (Security).

7) Accountability.

Facebook- Cambridge Analytica data scandal

Cambridge Analytica is a British firm. It was a data leak in early 2018. The firm is alleged to harvest data of millions of Facebook users without their permission or consent. It was predominantly to be used for political advertising and to influence people voting patterns. In response, Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook apologizes for their role in the data harvesting in front of Congress and Facebook also agrees to pay fine for their breach of data.

Data Processor and Data Controller

Definitions of the data controller and data processor are outlined in Article 4 of the GDPR.

A data controller is: “a natural or legal person, public authority, agency, or other body which, alone or jointly with others, determines the purposes and means of the processing of personal data.”

Data processors process personal data on behalf of the controller.

GDPR and its Global Impacts

General data protection regulation that came into force in May in the European Union, but it affects the companies all over the world. It will not just affect the companies but also the citizens all over the world.

GDPR gives control back to the person whose data it is. Whether a person is a business user or a consumer, they have to give their consent and it is the responsibility of the company to make sure that they secure our data properly.

But how does it affect everybody if it is a European directive?

For instance if a person is in Europe and using a service outside of Europe, then that service had to give the same privileges as it is of Europe itself.

So if anyone is providing services and if European citizens visiting some other place outside of Europe, then it has to be a complaint of GDPR.

What happens if you don’t comply with GDPR

Fines can be levied as penalties for non-compliance. There are two levels of fines.

1) Up to €10 million, or 2% annual global turnover – whichever is higher.

2) Up to €20 million, or 4% annual global turnover – whichever is higher.

 But not all infringements will lead to serious fines. There are some corrective powers to enforce GDPR.

1) Issuing warnings and reprimands;

2) Imposing a temporary or permanent ban on data processing;

3) Ordering the rectification, restriction or erasure of data, and;

4) Suspending data transfers to third countries.

Conclusion

The general data protection regulation of the European Union is to secure the personal data of its citizens and secure them from cyber threats. In India, in recent times “The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has received many complaints, about the misuse of some mobile apps on mobile phones for stealing and misusing the users data in an unauthorized manner to servers which have locations outside of India.

India banned Chinese apps like pubg, tiktok etc.

It is important for the government to secure it’s citizens’ rights that are right to privacy under article 21.

The government had to make sanctions for protecting its citizens from cyber threats and to secure their personal data.

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2nd National Article Writing Competition: Team Attorneylex

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About the Organization

Team Attorneylex is a newly developed organisation that is devoted to the law students ofthe country. Our primary purpose is to guide the law students in their legal research, contentwriting, analyse the case, read or understand the judgments passed by the courts, etc. because we believe that these things are an essential part of the legal profession.

About the Competition

Team Attorneylex is organising its 2nd National Article writing competition for all the thosewho want to show their research and writing skills and are not able to find the perfect stage; here, we are giving them a chance to show their talent.

TOPIC: Any Contemporary Legal Issue.

Eligibility

Any enrolled student of school/ university/ college, graduate/postgraduates, academicians, advocates, and anyone who can express through the words.

Language: English or Hindi.

The Submission Guidelines Are-

● Word Limit – 1200 – 1500 (inclusive of footnotes)

● Co-authorship is allowed (maximum one co-author)

● All submission must be sent at submission@teamattorneylex.in

● The subject of the email should be “Submission: Article Writing Competition.”

● Write-up must be original and unpublished.

● Submissions with plagiarised content and copyright issues will be rejected outrightly.

● The decision of the judges shall be final and binding.

● Font Size -12

● Font Style – Times New Roman

● Citation – 19th Bluebook

The submission shall also be accompanied by another Word document consisting of a CoverLetter mentioning the Name of the Author/s; Name of the Institution/College/University; Designation; Year of Study (if applicable); Email ID.

Registration Fees

Single Author – 100/-

Co – Authorship – 150/-

Important Dates

Last date of payment and registration: October 20, 2020

Last date of submission: 11:59 PM, October 23, 2020

Declaration of Results: 28 October 2020

Prizes

● Winner: cash prize Rs. 2000/- + certificate of Excellence + Article publication on thewebsite + Online Internship opportunity with the Team Attorneylex. ● Runner up: cash prize Rs. 1000/- + certificate of Excellence + Article publication onthe website + Online Internship Opportunity with Team Attorneylex. ● Certificate of Merit to top 20 performers. ● E – participation Certificate will be provided to all the participants.

Payments details

Paytm/ G-pay/Phonepe- 9616696008 (Gaurav yadav)

Bhim UPI- 9616696008@upi

Bank detailsName- Gaurav Yadav

Bank – Oriental Bank of Commerce

Account Number- 03842193000248

IFSC Code- ORBC0100394

Registration Link

https://forms.gle/9Rhs5SFWwsVxv1y99

Website Link

https://teamattorneylex.in/

If you have any queries feel free to contact

Vanshika – 07055460463

Gaurav -09616696008

Email- contact@teamattorneylex.in

NLUJ CENTRE FOR INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY STUDIES

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TWO-DAY WORKSHOP ON PATENT FACILITATION

DATE: 26th & 27th SEPTEMBER, 2020

Centre for Intellectual Property Studies at NLU, Jodhpur is organising a  Two-Day Workshop on “Patent Facilitation” covering the aspects of Patent Basics, Filing of Specification and Claim Drafting.

ABOUT THE ORGANISERS: NLUJ-CIPS

The Centre for IP Studies (“CIPS”) at National Law University Jodhpur isfocussed on creating a niche space for research in intellectual property. CIPSengages with the community and creates avenues for spreading awareness inIntellectual Property . Its combination of motivated faculty and students aims tomake the domain of intellectual property accessible to all through its initiatives. As a part of its dedicated Centre activities intended to promote research andstudies in the field of Intellectual Property Rights, the Centre has taken theinitiative to organise the workshop. The Centre monitors, designs anddisseminates various courses and programmes pertaining to training and researchin Intellectual Property Rights.

ABOUT THE WORKSHOP

The workshop is aimed towards engaging students, academicians, industryprofessionals and practitioners in a discussion on the patents drafting, filing andprotection regime. The purpose of conducting the workshop is primarily tointroduce participants to the basics of patent drafting and the filing procedure. This would help the participants in understanding the relevance of specificationdrafting and claim construction as well. The workshop would be a Two-Day event spread across four technical sessionsby our eminent Speakers specialised in Intellectual Property Laws and havingimmense experience in the field of Intellectual Property. The participants would be able to learn the basics of patentability, filing anddrafting along with some related aspects that would be covered by the experts.

THEME

The underlying theme on the basis of which the sessions of the workshop havebeen designed is “Basics of Patent Filing and Drafting of Claims &Specifications”. The sessions shall specifically be focussed on aspects ofpatentable inventions, filing procedure and requirements, along with specialemphasis on Specifications and Patent Claims.

ELIGIBILITY FOR PARTICIPATION

The participation is open to a maximum of 100 Participants on first come first serve basis. (The100 available slots are for participants other than the NLUJ IPR Hons. Students.) Students pursuing three or five year integrated law course or intellectual property or any otherscience /technology based courses and interested in learning and exploring the patent filingprocedure may apply. The workshop is also open to academicians, industry professionals andearly practitioners. All participants will be awarded Workshop Completion-cum-Participation E-Certificate onattending all four sessions of the workshop. NLUJ students who have opted for IPR Hons. and are interested in attending the workshopshall not be required to pay the registration fee.

REGISTRATION DETAILS

The expression of interest can be done through the Google forms link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfRJwf8xZGSkoAC1Mw9fHMT8_t5DncDx9b0lnJvCb2fXRrkg/viewform?usp=sf_link by 20th September, 2020 by 11:59pm.

First 100 applicants will receive an email by 21st September, 2020 for making the requisite payment for completion of registration process.

Each applicant shall be required to pay a registration amount of: Rs.750 for students and researchers, and Rs. 1000 for academicians, industry professionals and practitioners after they are notified about the selection for the workshop. The registration amount must be paid by 25th September, 2020 by 11:59pm.

Each entry shall pay the registration fee through the following link: http://www.nlujodhpur.ac.in/fee.php by choosing “Payment Other than semester Fee” Option and specifying the purpose of payment as “PFP Workshop”.

IMPORTANT DATES

Last Date for Expression of Interest: 20th September, 2020 by 11:59 PM.

Notification of Selection: 21st September, 2020 by 11:59PM. Registration and Payment of Registration Fee: 25th September, 2020 by 11:59 PM.

Email with Payment Receipt for Confirmation: 25th September, 2020 by 11:59 PM.

Workshop Dates: 26th & 27th September, 2020.

CONTACT PERSONS

All queries may be directed to cips@nlujodhpur.ac.in or any of the following members of the

ORGANISING TEAM

Aditya J. Nair, Student Advisor, CIPS – Ph: 9497969600

Rohan C. Govind Nallagatla, Student Member, CIPS – Ph: 8696922103

For further information on the event and registration details, Click Here.

Jagran Lakecity University’s Workshop on Landscape Of Mediation: Pathways And Pattern, Register by Sept 18

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It is with great pleasure, the JLU-Centre for International Commercial Arbitration and Alternate Dispute Resolution announces the first of its kind Workshop on Mediation titled “LANDSCAPE OF MEDIATION: PATHWAYS AND PATTERN” to be organised in association of two prolific organisations Asia Pacific Centre for Arbitration and Mediation (APCAM) and Indian Institute of Arbitration & Mediation (IIAM).

The Workshop is open to the U.G/P.G Students, Faculty Members, Research Scholars and Professionals from the field of Law.

Participants are requested to register by filling the google form before the deadline and attach the receipt of payment of registration fee in the registration form.

The Registration Fee (non-refundable) is as follows:

For JLU Students- Rs. 350/-

For Students of Other Institutions- Rs. 500/-

Professionals- Rs.1000/-

LAST DATE OF REGISTRATION: 18 September 2020

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Nandini Sundar v State of Chhattisgarh

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Case Number

250

Bench

B. Sudarshan Reddy, Surinder Singh Nijjar

Decided On

5 July, 2011

Equivalent Citation

250 OF 2007

Relevant Acts

Section 17 and section 9(1) of Indian Police Act, 1861

Facts

This particular case was brought up in front of the Supreme Court of India by Nandini Sundar who works as a sociology professor at Delhi School of Economics along with Ramchandra Guha, an historian and also an E.A.S. Sarma former secretary to the GOI. The petitioners had challenged the State of Chhattisgarh on the appointment of tribal people as SPOs or Special Police Officers. The main contention in this case was that the appointment of such tribal people was a complete violation to the Human Rights of the citizens of Chhattisgarh. The main story which comes over here is that the Chhattisgarh state had created a group in the year 2005 known as Salwa Judum in order to fight against the Maoists who were causing really much trouble at the entire state by killing people mercilessly. The State had appointed SOPs for creating an environment of peace and the main reason why state had elected tribal people as SOPs was that the tribal people had the knowledge of local language and therefore, they can handle the entire situation of these Maoists/Naxalists on their own ways. In the year 2006, Nandini along with some other people had conducted a detailed fact research on this group and she got several complaints against this group. Therefore, she went to various commissions in order to file a report like National Human Rights Commissions, The Prime Ministers office, Union Home Minster and National Commission of Tribal Rights. In the end after visiting all these places, they finally went to the Supreme Court of India in the year 2007 and filed a writ petition so as to get an investigation in this matter because it was actually quite violative of the basic human rights. The contentions that were raised by the petitioners was that that there was widespread human rights violation of the people in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh which resulted on account of the ongoing armed Maoist/Naxalite insurgency and counter insurgency operation launched by the Chhattisgarh Government.2 It is further alleged that, Chhattisgarh government has actively promoted SalwaJudum group as an armed civilian vigilante group, which further aggravated ongoing struggle, and was leading to further widespread violation of the human rights in form of ill treatment, displacement of Dantewada District people. The demand of the petitioners was just to provide justice to the innocent people of Chhattisgarh state and also remove this SOP appointment because it was not at all providing any sort of advantage to the state. The Maoists attacks were still going on and it was still causing trouble to the people.

Issue

The main issue in this case involved was to clearly analyze the issue of appointment of tribal people as Special Police Officers or SPO by the Chhattisgarh Government and also validity of Chandigarh Police Act, 2007.

Ratio Decidendi

This Case is based on Constitutional validity of SPO appointment and Chandigarh Police Act, 2007 i.e. it is a case of National Security.

Judgment

In this particular case, the Supreme Court had made a very comprehensive and a detailed judgement. The judges in this case had struck down the unconstitutional practice of hiring tribal people as SOP. The State of Chhattisgarh had also made some amendments with respect to SOP’s immediately and refrained from using them in any sort of activities whether directly or indirectly which aims on controlling, countering or eliminating any Maoist/ Naxalite in the state. The UOI or Union of India will not use any of its fund in order to recruit SOPs for the purpose of engaging them to any sort of activities against Naxalites/ Maoists. The state would make every possible step to recall all the firearms given to the SOPs. They would also give their efforts in providing protection and safeguard to those who have served as SOPs earlier. The state has also taken the responsibility of limiting the operations of any groups that would not be limited to SalwaJudum and Koya Commandos or to take law and order in their hands so as to prevent any sort of attack that can be really harmful for the humanity and violate the Human Rights. The protocols that would be followed by the state are having a clear-cut investigation on the activities of these two army groups and also to file an FIR immediately if there is any sort of violation under any aspect outlined. In addition to all these things, the state in the end made sections 23 (1) (h) and 23 (1) (i) as unconstitutional since it is violative of the human rights. These are some of the important judgements that were made in order to safeguard the National Security and also the constitutional validity of certain outlined provisions. It took around 6 years to bring a considerable judgement towards the parties. The main aspect that was outlined over here in order to get a fair judgement was that the court had looked into section 17 of the Indian Police Act, 1861 so as to check the validity of the main issues. The court had provided fair and equitable justice to the parties and also safeguarded the security of the State of Chhattisgarh.

Overall, the judgment is a landmark one, upholding the constitutional values. But on the other side the author humbly and respectfully is of the opinion that the observation of the Apex Court does not reflect the correct legal position because just reaching the “right” conclusion is not enough. As it is mentioned earlier that, discussion on the concept of the neo-liberalism, socio economic condition etc. by the Apex Court is deviation from the main issue of the case, further court has also not invoked any international humanitarian law principles in this case which can be invoked very easily, since Indian Constitution itself enshrined various provisions of international humanitarian law principles.

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Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013

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This article has written by Prithiv Raj Sahu, a student of KIIT School of Law, Bhubaneswar (4th year)

Introduction

In India, a non-profit organisation can be registered as Trust by executing a Trust deed or as a Society under the Registrar of Societies, or as a private limited non-profit company under Section 8 Company under the Companies Act, 2013. A Section 8 Company is the same as the popular Section 25 company under the old Companies Act, 1956, which was one of the most popular forms of Non- Profit Organisations in India. But, as per the new Companies Act 2013, Section 25 (as per the old act) has now become Section 8. As per Section 8(1a, 1b, 1c) of the new Companies Act, 2013, a person can establish Section 8 company for “promotion of commerce, art, science, sports, education, research, social welfare, religion, charity, protection of environment or any such other object”, provided it intends to apply its profits, if any, or other income in promoting its objects and intends to prohibit the payment of any dividend to its members.

To register a section 8 company in India, the process is similar to the incorporation of other companies (except requires an additional license). The applicant looking to start a section 8 company has to file Form INC-1 for name availability. On approval of the name, there is a further requirement of obtaining a license for a Section 8 Company, for which file the Form RD-1 in order to obtain a license for such company. After obtaining the license number, the applicant can proceed further to incorporate a company by filing e forms INC-7, INC-22 and DIR-12 or e-forms INC-7 and DIR-12.

Eligibility for forming a Section 8 Company

A person or an association of persons intending to be registered under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013 as a limited company has in its objects the promotion of commerce, art, science, sports, education, research, social welfare, religion, charity, protection of environment or any such other object; intends to apply its profits, if any, or other income in promoting its objects; and intends to prohibit the payment of any dividend to its members.

Exception for Section 8 Companies

  1. Company Secretaries are not mandatory
  2. There is no requirement for minimum share capital
  3. Prior and short notice period of 14 days for Annual General Meetings
  4. The recording of the MOM is not required unless needed
  5. Number of Directors (2) is required
  6. A director can take up more than 20 Section 8 company positions in various other companies.
  7. There is no requirement for any committees
  8. Meeting are called only for some specific decisions

Characteristics of Section 8 Companies

1.     Incorporate for social welfare

2.     No minimum capital

3.     Licensed by government

4.     Limited liability

5.     No dividend distribution

Advantages

  • Members have limited liability.
  • No minimum capital requirements.
  • They get several tax exemptions.
  • Stamp duties and high fees are not payable for registration.
  • They have perpetual existence and separate legal status.
  • Exemptions from carrying out several procedural compliances.
  • More credibility than compared to NGOs, societies, and trusts because they are recognized by the Central Government’s license.

Disadvantages

  • Members of the company cannot get any dividend.
  • Officers and directors do not get benefits and allowances.
  • Can only use the profits for furthering charitable aims and objectives.
  • Amendment of memorandum and articles requires Central Government’s permission.
  • The license is revocable on several grounds.

Winding Up

Section 8 companies can wind-up or dissolve themselves either voluntarily or under orders given by the Central Government. If any assets remain after satisfaction of debts and liabilities upon such winding-up, the National Company Law Tribunal can order the transfer of these assets to a similar company. It can also order that they must be sold and the proceeds of this sale should be credited to the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Fund.

Punishment for Contravention

Any company that contravenes provisions of Section 8 is punishable with a fine ranging from Rs. 10 lakhs to Rs. 1 crore. Further, directors and officers of the company are liable to punishment with imprisonment up to 3 years and a fine between Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 25 lakhs. Such officers can also face prosecution under stringent provisions of Section 447 (dealing with fraud) if they conduct any affairs with fraudulent motives.

Procedure for Incorporation of Section 8 Companies

To register a company under Section 8 you need to just follow these steps:

  1. Obtain a DSC of the proposed Directors of the Section 8 Company.
  2. Once a DSC is received file Form DIR-3 with the ROC for getting a DIN.
  3. Once the DIR-3 is approved
  4. Draft MOA and AOA
  5. File Form RUN for reservation/availability of company name.
  6. After approval, file Form INC-12 with the ROC
  7. Once the Form is approved by Central Government, a license under section 8 will be issued in Form INC-16.
  8. After obtaining the license, file SPICE Form 32 with the ROC for incorporation

Relevant Case Laws

In N.C. Bakshi v. Union of India

An association had been given a licence under section 25 (now section 8) by the Central Government and as per licence condition, no alteration could be made in Articles of Association unless alteration had been approved by Central Government. Alteration made to Articles of Association of respondent had been approved but according to petitioner members their representation was not considered. Petitioner sought for quashing of approval and mandamus to grant fair hearing to petitioner.

Delhi high court held that since petitioner’s representation was not considered while granting impugned approval, competent authority was to be directed to provide a post decisional hearing to petitioners on representation and to pass a speaking order while returning a positive finding as to whether alterations in articles of association impugned were in contravention of provisions of act. 

Conclusion

Section 8 companies primarily operate for charitable and non-profit objectives which are for the well-being of our society. Also it has got several exemptions in terms of tax and others. These companies are registered under ministry of corporate affairs, government of India.

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South Asia Students For Liberty’s Essay Writing Competition: Submit by Sep 12

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About the Organisers

Students for Liberty (SFL) is an International libertarian non-profit organisation whose mission is to “educate, develop, and empower the next generation leaders of liberty.” Formed in 2008, SFL has since grown into a full organisation with various programs and a network of affiliated student groups in North America, Europe, Latin America, Africa, South Asia and the Asia-Pacific.

Students for Liberty is the world’s largest law and academically market-oriented movement of students who have been deliberating and focusing on essential policy issues that our societies face.

About the Essay Writing Competition

South Asia Students For Liberty invites participants to an Essay Writing Competition on any one of the following topics:

  • How has the Pandemic Changed the ‘Practice’ and ‘Perception’ of Liberty?
  • Is it Ethical to Demand ‘Freedom of Movement’ During the Pandemic? Shed some light on the ‘Efficacy’ of constitutional or legislative modifications incorporated by various countries to curb movement across and within countries.
  • Comment on the statement: “The Pandemic Has Exposed Severe Political Institutional Crises Within Countries.”
  • How has the Pandemic prompted scholars to think of a new ‘Social Contract Theory?’
  • Has Quarantining Inspired You? Or Has It Disappointed You? Either way, SASFL provides you the space to freely express your thoughts and recognises you for each step that you take towards creating a freer society that allows you to speak your mind.
Eligibility Criteria
  • 18-22 age group
  • Any school/college
How to Submit?

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScN47OFrESCxMghV65HxNaHj0kE3sD-r8uTLrDi-7xgNI1Q0g/viewform?usp=sf_link&urp=gmail_link&gxids=7628

  • Last Date of Submission: 12th September 2020
  • 2500 words only
  • Submit in a Word Doc or PDF format.
  • Only one entry will be accepted per person. Multiple entries are forbidden.
  • Individual participation only. Group entries will not be accepted.

Kindly note that the structure of the essay should be as follows:

  • Name of the Participant
  • Email address
  • Phone Number
  • Age
  • The content should be divided into three components: Introduction, Main Body, Conclusion
Perks
  • eCertificates will be given to all participants.
  • Winners will get the chance to be featured on our social media pages.
Contact 

E-mail ID: dmalik[at]studentsforliberty.org

Call for Blogs: Indian Review of Advanced Legal Research

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Indian Review of Advanced Legal Research

The Indian Review of Advanced Legal Research (IRALR) is aimed to act as a platform for promoting high-quality legal research and writing on a variety of legal issues among the budding legal minds of India. 

Submission Guidelines

  1. IRALR invites blog submissions on a rolling basis from law professionals, academicians, research scholars and students of law on any topic related to law and policy.
  2. Submissions which are contemporary in nature are generally accepted.
  3. IRALR Blog only accepts original and previously unpublished articles.
  4. IRALR generally accepts blogs in the range of 1000-1500 words. However, this range is merely recommendatory in nature and the Editorial Board may accept submissions which do not fall within the said word limit at their own discretion.
  5. The authors are expected to use only hyperlinks in their submissions to cite the relevant sources. In case, a source cannot be hyperlinked, the authors are expected to provide endnotes and follow any uniform citation method.
  6. The authors are expected to ensure that the text of the submission is in Times New Roman and the size of font is 12 with line spacing of 1.5. In case, endnotes are present in the submission, the same shall be in Times New Roman, font size 10 and line spacing of 1.0. Use of footnotes is not permissible.
  7. The submission has to be mailed at blog@iralr.in .The submission must be made in a word file only (.doc or .docx format). The authors should not disclose their identity to ensure an anonymous review. The authors are expected to include their short-bio in the submission mail itself. 
  8. The Editorial Board of IRALR Blog reserves the rights to accept and reject the submissions at any stage of review. The Editorial Board will take around 10 days to complete the review process from the date of receipt of the article. The Editorial Board shall try its best to provide a personalised review to all the authors for their submissions, in case of rejection.

Copyright Policy

IRALR is not responsible for any copyright infringement which may arise with respect to the blog article. If the article submitted for publication infringes the copyright of any third person, then IRALR shall not be responsible for the same and all the liabilities arising therein shall be solely of the author. Blogs once selected for publication shall become a property of IRALR and all the copyrights of the same shall vest solely with IRALR.

For more information visit here https://www.iralr.in/submission-guidelines

CALL FOR BLOG: SAMVIDHI

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ABOUT SAMVIDHI

SamVidhi is a socio-legal venture with an aim to develop insights, committed to propagating and promoting discourse in the socio-legal field.

ABOUT THE BLOG

The blog aims to encourage & provide a platform to all those who wish to hone their research skills and provide their diverse insights on the cotemporary social, legal, environmental, political, economic and international developments.

This platform has been crafted to disseminate quality and in-depth analysis and opinions pertaining to interdisciplinary issues in the form of blogs.

THEME

The article may not strictly be a legal analysis of any contemporary development but it must highlight the socio-legal, societal or environmental impacts arising therefrom. Authors are encouraged to discuss any socio-legal issues/events which need to be brought in the public debate. However, such articles must show their relevance in the present time or in the future.

 SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

We invite and acknowledge submissions from the students, academics, professionals and practitioners alike. 

  1. The article should be an original work of the author and should neither be published nor be under consideration for publication anywhere else.
  1. The word limit for the article is 1500-2000 words, inclusive of end notes.
  2. Co-authorship is permitted up to a maximum of two authors.
  3. The Body and Endnotes of the article must have –

Font style: Times New Roman

Font Size: 12

Line Spacing: 1.5

Alignment: Justified

5.All the references should ideally be hyperlinked within the text itself. Those sources which cannot be hyperlinked should be duly mentioned in the Endnotes following a uniform style of citations.

6.Any kind of plagiarism will lead to disqualification of the manuscript.

7.The articles must be submitted in .doc or .docx format.

8.The submissions have to be made by email to submission.samvidhi@gmail.com.

9.The body of the email shall specify the name(s) of the author(s), theme/title of the article, institutional affiliation, e-mail address and contact number.

10.Authors may send a brief bio to be included in the post in a separate document, if they may desire.

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IP Expo 2020-21 (ONLINE EVENTS)

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IP EXPO 2020/21

We, the IP Press along with the title, event, supporting, knowledge, digital and media partners, are delighted to bring the IP Expo 2020-21 (ONLINE EVENTS) for all the school and college students having an interest in science, intellectual property, creativity and innovation.

The last date for registration is September 15, 2020.

We are looking forward to seeing you at the IP Expo 2020/21 on September 24 to 27, 2020. Upon registration, further details about each event will be shared with the participants via email. Wish you all good luck.

Should you have any queries or questions, please write to us on theippress@gmail.com