30th International Seminar on ‘AI and the Constitutional State’

About KLA

The Kerala Law Academy Law College (KLA), established in 1966, is a centre for legal studies, legal research, and law reforms. Its acclaimed peer-reviewed Research Journal has been published continuously since 1977.

The College, affiliated with the University of Kerala, offers Undergraduate programmes including five-year integrated courses in B.A. LL.B., B.Com. LL.B., B.B.A. LL.B., and B.Sc. (Information Technology) LL.B., the LL.B.

Unitary three-year course, and post-graduate programmes comprising LL.M. (Administrative Law), LL.M. (International Law), and M.B.L. (Master of Business Law).

About the 30th International Seminar

The 30th International Seminar on “Artificial Intelligence and the Constitutional State: Law, Rights and Public Power in the Digital Age” seeks to provide a critical platform for academicians, legal practitioners, policymakers, researchers, industry professionals, and students to engage in meaningful discourse on the constitutional implications of artificial intelligence in governance.

Artificial Intelligence is no longer confined to private innovation; it increasingly shapes public administration, welfare distribution, criminal justice, national security, regulatory decision-making, and digital public infrastructure. As algorithmic systems begin to influence state functions, fundamental constitutional principles such as rule of law, separation of powers, accountability, equality, privacy, and due process demand renewed examination.

The seminar aims to explore how constitutional democracies can regulate AI-driven public power while safeguarding human rights, democratic accountability, and institutional legitimacy. By bringing together diverse perspectives, the seminar aspires to contribute to principled and forward-looking public law frameworks in the digital age.

Mode

The International Seminar will be conducted entirely in online mode.

Sub-Themes

1. Algorithmic Governance and the Constitutional State
2. Artificial Intelligence as a New Form of Public Power
3. Human Rights in the Age of AI: Dignity, Equality and Due Process
4. AI in Public Administration: Efficiency vs. Accountability
5. Transparency, Explainability and the Right to Reasons in AI Decisions
6. Bias, Fairness and Non-Discrimination in Algorithmic Systems
7. Accountability for AI Errors: Legal and Institutional Responsibility
8. Delegation of Power to Machines: Limits under Administrative Law
9. AI in Welfare Delivery and Social Justice
10. Privacy, Surveillance and Data Governance in AI-Driven States
11. Algorithmic Policing and Criminal Justice
12. AI in Public Employment and Recruitment
13. Judicial Review and Remedies against AI-Mediated Decisions
14. Comparative Global Regulation of Artificial Intelligence
15. Ethical Foundations of AI in Governance
16. Digital Public Infrastructure and AI Governance in India
17. AI and the Future of Democratic Accountability
18. Technology, Power and the Transformation of the Citizen–State Relationship
19. AI in Dispute Resolution and Access to Justice
20. Cybersecurity, AI and Public Sector Vulnerabilities
21. AI, Data Sovereignty and Constitutional Control of Information
22. Virtual Identities, Digital Personhood and Legal Status
23. AI and Social Media: Misinformation, Scams and Governance Challenges
24. AI in Legal Aid and Access to Justice Systems
25. AI in Defence and National Security: Constitutional Limits
26. Emerging AI Technologies and the Need for Adaptive Public Law
27. The Role of Lawyers and Judges in an AI-Driven Legal System
28. Cultural Rights, Community Data and AI Governance

Note: The above themes are illustrative and not exhaustive. Authors may submit papers on any topic aligned with the central theme of the seminar.

Publication Opportunity

Selected research articles will be published in the Seminar Proceedings with ISBN.

Guidelines for Paper Submission

• Papers must align with the theme of the International Seminar.
• The paper must be in Times New Roman, heading – 14 pt, Text – 12 pt, A4 size, single line spacing, justified, not exceeding 2500 words including title, author details, and footnotes.
• Authors are encouraged to follow The Bluebook (20th ed.) citation style. Footnotes must be in Times New Roman, 10 pt, and inserted using the Word footnote option. Speaking footnotes are discouraged.
• An abstract not exceeding 250 words must be submitted for consideration.
• The abstract should contain a synopsis of the paper, proposed subtitles, reference materials, and a brief conclusion reflecting the author’s perspective.
• The abstract must be mailed to 30thklainternationalseminar@gmail.com (on or before 20^th March 2026, accompanied by a cover page stating:
  • Title of the Paper
  • Sub-Theme
  • Name of Author(s)
  • Name of Institution/Organization
  • Official Designation
  • E-mail Address
  • Postal Address
  • Contact Number
• Submission must be in Word format.
• References need not be provided separately and must be included as footnotes.
• Precedents may be italicized but not bold.
• All subheadings must be left-aligned and in bold.
• Papers will be screened by a committee. Approved full papers will be accepted for presentation. Intimation will be made via email.
• The final paper must include a cover page with Name, Designation, Discipline and Year of Study (if applicable), Address, E-mail ID, and Contact Number.
• Abstracts and papers must be written and presented in English.
• Only one paper per participant is permitted. Multiple submissions will lead to disqualification.
• Co-authorship is permitted up to two authors.
• Papers must be original and not previously published or under consideration elsewhere. Plagiarism will result in immediate disqualification.
• Publishing charges, if any, for the proceedings shall be borne by the author.

Submission Procedure

Kindly send the abstract on or before 20^thMarch 2026 to 30thklainternationalseminar@gmail.com 

Important Dates

• Submission of Abstracts: 15^th March 2026
• Communication of Abstract Acceptance: 17^th March 2026
• Submission of Full Paper: 28th March 2026
• Intimation of Full Paper Acceptance: 30th March 2026
• Date of Payment of Registration Fee: 5^th April 2026
• Date of the Seminar: 25th April 2026

Registration Fees and Payment Details

Paper Presentation

• Author – ₹1250
• Co-Author – ₹1000 (per co-author)

Seminar Participation

• ₹250
• Registration Link: mentioned at the end of this post.

Awards

All registered participants (presentation and participation) will be awarded respective certificates.

Contact

Faculty Convenors

• Manu Krishna – 99954 00709
• Vidya V V – 79078 38598 
• Blessy G K – 73568 87733
• Arya SN
• Krishnendu 

Student Convenors

• Vaishnavi Nagaraj – 85890 66688
• Althaf Samed CP – 81380 07350

Click here to register for participation in the seminar.