NATIONAL CONCLAVE ON LAW, GENDER AND SOCIETY

About Amity University Bengaluru

Amity University Bengaluru carries forward the globally acclaimed legacy of the Amity Education Group, underpinned by over two decades of commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and global engagement. As a hub of higher education in South India, the university exemplifies Amity’s mission to cultivate future-ready leaders by integrating global standards in education, research, and training with a strong cultural foundation. Spread across a sprawling 70-acre eco-friendly campus, Amity University Bengaluru offers an intellectually vibrant, technologically advanced, and culturally diverse learning environment.

The institution is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC), ensuring that all degrees awarded are valid for employment and higher education across India and abroad.

The university’s industry-integrated curricula and cutting-edge pedagogy are designed to equip students with the skills, adaptability, and values needed to succeed in the modern world. From world-class infrastructure and dynamic classrooms to collaborative research centres and experiential learning, the university nurtures holistic development.

The students at Amity Bengaluru are immersed in a multicultural, global environment, with peers from across India and several countries. This cultural fusion fosters global awareness, respect for diversity, and a spirit of innovation and collaboration. Beyond academics, campus life is vibrant and enriching filled with co-curricular activities, leadership opportunities, and platforms for creative expression that prepare students to become not only successful professionals but also responsible global citizens.

Amity Education Group at a Glance

13,000 Campus Placements in 2023-24. 70+ Fortune 500 Companies visited campus for placements
Industry Partnerships with Tata Technologies, DRDO, CII and RICS, UK
Tie-ups for skills development with IBM, Oracle…
Amity Incubator has helped launch 300+ start-ups and attracted investment of USD 40 million
30+ Technologies developed at Amity transferred to corporates
70+ Advanced Research Centers in Astrophysics, Nanomedicine, Cancer Research, Click Chemistry...
Artificial Intelligence Research Centre with a powerful super-computing facility (10 Petaflop)
403 Patents have been granted in areas of Nanotech, Biotech, Pharma, Biosensors, Microbiology…
400 research projects being conducted, funded by DST, DBT, ICMR, ICAR
5 Nobel Laureates associated with Amity

About Amity Law School

Amity Law School, a constituent of Amity University Bengaluru, stands as a premier institution for legal studies, committed to fostering academic excellence, professional competence, and ethical responsibility. With its forward-looking curriculum and student-centric learning environment, the Law School embodies Amity’s vision to create global legal professionals who are socially conscious and justice-driven.

Amity Law School offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, integrated degrees, and research opportunities in law. Its curriculum is designed to balance classroom teaching with experiential learning, including:

Moot court training and National & International Competitions
Legal aid and outreach clinics
Judicial and Corporate Internships
Research Centres on Contemporary Legal Issues
Workshops, Policy Dialogues, and Industry Engagement

The faculty comprises renowned academicians, retired judges, senior advocates, and research scholars who bring academic rigour and real-world insights into the classroom. Emphasising interdisciplinary learning, constitutional values, and innovation in pedagogy, Amity Law School is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of lawyers, leaders, and changemakers.

Located at the vibrant Bengaluru campus, ALSB is equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure, digital libraries, and court-like learning spaces that facilitate comprehensive legal education. Through initiatives like this National Conclave, the school continues to shape intellectual discourse and encourage student-led academic contributions.

About Law Conclave

The National Conclave on Law, Gender, and Society, hosted by Amity Law School, Amity University Bengaluru, on September 19, 2025, is a premier academic gathering that seeks to explore the critical intersections of legal discourse, gender justice, and societal transformation in the 21st century. As global and national conversations on equality, identity, and human rights evolve amidst rapid socio-political and technological changes, this conclave offers a vital platform for scholarly engagement, policy dialogue, and interdisciplinary reflection.

The conclave aspires to bring together a diverse cross-section of stakeholders including jurists, gender rights advocates, legal practitioners, policy-makers, academics, research scholars, and students to deliberate on the structural, cultural, and legal challenges surrounding gender, law and society. The event is designed to provoke critical thought and foster constructive discussions on how law shapes, reinforces, or challenges gendered experiences across diverse social contexts.

Key Highlights of the Conclave

Plenary sessions and expert panel discussions featuring leading voices in law, gender studies, and social policy
Research paper presentations on contemporary issues related to law, gender equality, identity politics, and inclusion
Interactive forums on topics such as intersectionality, gender-based violence, LGBTQIA+ rights, and legal empowerment
Debates on legal reforms, feminist jurisprudence, and the role of institutions in advancing gender justice
Opportunities for young scholars and students to engage with mentors, researchers, and social changemakers

This conclave encourages contributions that are both scholarly and socially impactful, challenging existing paradigms and proposing actionable ideas. Through its Call for Papers, the event invites interdisciplinary and practice-oriented submissions that highlight field experiences, policy critiques, and legal innovations addressing gender-related issues.

Thematic Areas Of Submission

Participants are invited to submit original and unpublished research papers that align with the central theme “Law, Gender, and Society”. Submissions may explore theoretical, empirical, doctrinal, or policy-based approaches and must demonstrate academic rigor, originality, and relevance.

Track 1: Reimagining Justice through Gendered Legal Lenses

Gender-Neutral Laws and the Indian Legal Landscape
Rights of LGBTQIA+ Persons: From Recognition to Enforcement
Gendered Impact of Judicial Delay and Access to Legal Aid
Personal Laws, Uniform Civil Code, and Gender Equity Debates

Track 2: Gender, Leadership, and Inclusion in Work and Business

Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Women in C-Suite and Boardrooms
Gender Pay Gap: Policy Reforms and Workplace Implementation
Inclusive Entrepreneurship: Empowering Women and LGBTQIA+ Startups
Sexual Harassment at Workplace (PoSH): Compliance and Culture Building

Track 3: Gender, Science, and Health Equity

Gender Bias in Medical Research and Clinical Trials
Reproductive Rights and Biotechnological Interventions
Mental Health Access for Marginalized Gender Identities
Ethical and Legal Challenges in Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ARTs)

Track 4: Mind, Media, and Gendered Socialization

Gender Stereotypes in Digital Media and AI Algorithms
Psychology of Gender Norms in Early Childhood Development
Mental Health of Gender Minorities: Institutional and Social Barriers
Media Trials and Public Perception of Gender-Based Crimes

Track 5: Gender, Technology, and the Digital Justice Paradigm

Algorithmic Bias and Gender Discrimination in AI Systems
Cyber Harassment, Online Abuse, and Legal Safeguards for Gender Minorities
Digital Identity, Surveillance, and Data Privacy: Implications for Women and LGBTQIA+ Communities
Bridging the Gender Digital Divide: Access, Literacy, and Empowerment through Tech Law

Submissions outside the above list that resonate with the central theme are equally welcome.

Abstract Submission Guidelines

All interested participants must submit an abstract before submitting their full papers. The abstract should clearly articulate the research problem, objectives, methodology, and key findings or arguments. Only original abstracts that align with the conference theme will be accepted.

Each applicant must submit a 300-word extended abstract providing an overview of the proposed paper on the attached Google Form.
The abstract must be submitted in MS Word (.doc or .docx) format only.
Each abstract must contain a cover page inclusive of the following details:
1. Name(s) of the author(s)
2. Designation
3. Institutional affiliation
4. Contact number(s) of the author(s)
5. Email ID
A maximum of 5 keywords are to be provided along with the abstract.

Abstract Formatting Guidelines

Heading: Font – Times New Roman; Size: 16; Alignment: Centre; Bold
Main Text: Font – Times New Roman; Size: 12; Spacing: 1.5; Alignment: Justified
Footnotes: Font – Times New Roman; Size: 10; Spacing: 1.0
Referencing: Bluebook Style Citations

Additional Guidelines

Co-authorship is permitted (maximum of 2 authors).
Plagiarism in any form and use of AI is strictly prohibited, and would render the submission disqualified.
All references must be duly cited and a similarity index and AI of up to 10% is permissible.
Acceptance of abstracts shall be communicated via the above-mentioned email only.
The complete paper should consist of a word count ranging from 4,000 to 5,000 words.
There is no separate fees for the authors who shall be invited to present their papers physically at Amity University, Bengaluru upon acceptance of their full paper.
Kindly note that the registration fee shall be non-refundable subsequent to the completion of payment.

SUBMIT YOUR ABSTRACT

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Key Attractions of the Conclave

The National Conclave offers an enriching academic and professional experience through interactive engagements, recognition opportunities, and publication prospects. The highlights include:

Presentation Opportunity

Top Authors selected through a blind peer-review process will get the opportunity to present their papers at the conclave at Amity University Bengaluru before a distinguished audience of jurists, academics, and legal professionals.

Dual Publication

Top Selected Papers from Each Category selected by Expert Review Panel, shall be published in a Book with ISBN.
Other Papers shall be published with a Double-Blind Peer-Reviewed International Law Journal with ISSN.
Engage with judges, senior advocates, gender rights activists, law firm leaders, and academic deans in curated panel discussions addressing critical challenges at the intersection of law, gender, and social justice.
Connect with policy-makers, legal scholars, and researchers working in the fields of gender justice, human rights, and intersectional legal reform. All paper presenters and selected contributors will receive Certificates of Appreciation and Participation.
Live launch of the edited volume on “Law, Gender, and Society” during the Valedictory Session, featuring top papers selected for publication.

Awards & Recognitions

The National Conclave will honour outstanding contributions with the following awards, to be announced and presented during the Valedictory Session:

Best Research Paper Award & Cash Prize
Best Paper Presentation Award & Cash Prize
Certificate of Merit to the Top 5 Selected Papers

Additional Recognitions

Top Papers as per the review of the Expert Panel shall be published in the Edited Book (ISBN) will receive a Certificate of Publication from the University.
Authors whose papers are published in the International Journal (ISSN) will receive a Certificate of Publication directly from the Journal.

Important Dates & Events

S. No.	Events	Dates
1	Last date for Abstract Submission	17.08.2025
2	Intimation of Selected Abstracts	19.08.2025
3	Last Date for Full Paper Submission	05.09.2025
4	Date of Conclave	19.09.2025

Registration Fee Details

S. No.	CATEGORY	NON-AMITIAN		AMITIAN
S. No.	CATEGORY	Offline Participant*	Online Participant*	Offline Participant*	Online Participant*
1	Student	700	500	500	300
2	Research Scholar	1000	500	700	500
3	Academician	1200	800	1000	800
4	Professionals	1500	800	1200	1000

Offline Participation Includes

Access to All Plenary Sessions, Panel Discussions, and Academic Interactions with keynote speakers and legal experts
Complimentary Lunch and Refreshments on the day of the conclave
Conference Kit including badge, printed schedule, stationary, notepad, and other materials
Live Presentation Opportunity at the Campus of Amity University Bengaluru for the Top Paper Presenters
Certificate of Presentation/Participation (hard copy) handed over during the Valedictory Session only in Offline Participation

Note

Online participation is strictly limited to those residing outside Bengaluru city.
No separate registration/ presentation fee shall be charged from the best paper who are selected for physical presentation at the Campus of Amity University, Bengaluru.
Certificate of Presentation/Participation (soft copy) to be provided to the Participants if participated virtually.
All payments are non-refundable once processed.