E-Conference on World Constitutional Law, Governance & Justice 2026

About I.E.R.L.

The Institute of Excellence in Research and Law (I.E.R.L.) is committed to promoting quality legal education, rigorous academic research, and transformative intellectual discourse. Rooted in the belief that education is the most powerful weapon to reshape society, I.E.R.L. continuously strives to create inclusive academic spaces where ideas, scholarship, and social commitment meet.

As part of this vision, I.E.R.L. proudly announces its first-ever Free International Online Conference, dedicated to the evolving discourse on World Constitutional Law, Governance, Justice, and Democratic Transformation.

About the Conference

The I.E.R.L. Free International E-Conference on World Constitutional Law, Governance & Justice 2026 aims to provide a global academic platform for students, scholars, academicians, legal professionals, researchers, policymakers, and social thinkers to engage in meaningful discussions on the changing dimensions of constitutionalism across the world.

In an era marked by democratic transitions, constitutional crises, institutional accountability, rights-based movements, judicial interventions, and emerging governance challenges, the conference seeks to critically examine the role of constitutional law in shaping modern societies.

The conference aspires to encourage comparative constitutional perspectives, strengthen academic dialogue, and contribute to the development of innovative, socially responsive, and justice-oriented constitutional thought at both national and international levels.

Theme

World Constitutional Law, Governance & Justice

Sub themes

Participants may submit papers on any topic related to the main theme, including but not limited to:

• Comparative Constitutionalism
• Constitutional Morality and Transformative Constitutionalism
• Rule of Law and Democratic Governance
• Fundamental Rights and Human Dignity
• Separation of Powers and Institutional Accountability
• Judicial Review and Constitutional Courts
• Federalism and Distribution of Powers
• Constitutionalism in the Global South
• Emergency Powers and Constitutional Limitations
• Constitutional Responses to Social Inequality
• Minority Rights and Inclusive Constitutional Governance
• Gender Justice and Constitutional Protection
• Free Speech, Dissent, and Democratic Spaces
• Technology, Surveillance, and Digital Constitutional Rights
• Environmental Constitutionalism and Climate Justice
• Human Rights and Constitutional Remedies
• Access to Justice and Constitutional Adjudication
• Secularism and Constitutional Identity
• Constitutional Design and Nation-Building
• Constitutional Amendments and Basic Structure Doctrines
• Constitutional Crises and Democratic Backsliding
• Global Constitutional Trends in the 21st Century

Note: Participants are free to choose any topic that is relevant to the broader theme of World Constitutional Law, Governance & Justice.

Eligibility

The Organising Committee invites submissions from:

• Law Students
• Research Scholars
• Academicians
• Faculty Members
• Lawyers and Advocates
• Judicial Aspirants
• Policy Researchers
• Social Scientists
• Human Rights Defenders
• NGOs / Civil Society Representatives
• Professionals from allied disciplines
• Individuals interested in constitutional law and governance studies

About Call for Papers

This conference invites original and unpublished research papers that contribute meaningfully to the discourse surrounding constitutional law, governance, democracy, justice, and institutional development across jurisdictions.

The objective is to encourage serious academic engagement, critical legal analysis, and comparative constitutional research from participants across India and beyond.

How to Submit?

Interested candidates can submit entries via the link given at the end of the post.

Submission Guidelines

Authors are requested to strictly follow the guidelines below:

• The paper must relate to the main theme or any relevant sub-theme of the conference.
• Submissions must be original and unpublished.
• The paper must not be under consideration for publication or presentation elsewhere.
• Co-authorship is allowed (maximum 2 authors).
• The paper must be submitted in Word Format (.doc/.docx).
• The paper should be written in Times New Roman.
• Font Size:
  • Heading: 14
  • Main Text: 12
• Line Spacing: 1.5
• Alignment: Justified
• Word Limit: 2500 to 4000 words (including footnotes, excluding cover page ).
• Citation style must follow OSCOLA format 
• Footnotes should be in Font Size 10.
• Speaking footnotes are discouraged.
• Subheadings must be left aligned and bold.
• Relevant case laws / precedents may be italicised where necessary.
• References, if any, should be properly cited.
• Any form of plagiarism shall lead to immediate rejection/disqualification.

Important dates

• Opening of Submission: 31 March 2026
• Last Date for Paper Submission: 10 April 2026
• Communication of Selection / Acceptance: 15 April 2026
• Date of Conference: 18–19 April 2026

Contact

For any clarification or further documentation, please feel free to contact us at: ierlacademy2024@gmail.com.

Click here to Submit.