National Seminar on ‘Gender Justice’ by Tezpur University, Assam

About the National Seminar

The National Seminar is organized on the theme ‘Gender Justice and Social Transformation’. Gender justice is about dismantling structural inequalities embedded within social, economic, cultural, and legal systems. The concept of gender justice has often been limited to women-centric welfare approaches.

It is strongly related to the concept of social transformation. It requires a shift from formal equality to substantive justice. Constitutional guarantees of equality, dignity, and non-discrimination provide a normative foundation for this transformation, yet their realisation remains uneven.

In the contemporary world, gender justice is also shaped by rapid technological, environmental, and economic changes. Digital spaces have created new opportunities and have simultaneously enabled different forms of gender-based violence.

Similarly, climate change, environmental degradation, and displacement disproportionately affect women, indigenous communities, and gender minorities. It has become impossible to separate gender justice from environmental and social justice.

This national seminar seeks to create a critical interdisciplinary platform to examine gender justice as a transformative force. It aims to deepen understanding, encourage dialogue, and contribute to knowledge that supports inclusive and sustainable social transformation.

About Tezpur University

Tezpur University was established on January 21, 1994, by an Act of Parliament of India, The Tezpur University Act, 1993 (Act No. 45), as a non-affiliating and residential Central University. The University is located at Napaam, about 15 km east of Tezpur town in the Sonitpur District of Assam.

The serene and green University campus of about 262 acres provides the best of the ambience including modern infrastructure conducive for teaching-learning and dedicated research.

The academic programmes offered in the University have a distinct focus on science, technology, management, humanities, and social sciences, reflecting the objective of the University.

At present, the University offers several programmes on under-graduate degree/diploma/certificate levels, integrated programmes, post-graduate degree/diploma programmes and Doctor of Philosophy degree in various disciplines.

In its three-decade long existence, the University has engaged itself in the process of capacity building, both in terms of infrastructure and human resource development.

The University has mounted tremendous efforts in developing itself into a modern University incorporating all elements from the contemporary scientific and socio-cultural milieu.

About Department of Law

The Department of Law was established in 2017 under the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. The Department of Law aims to produce distinguished legal professionals committed to teaching, judiciary, law making, law enforcement, and societal welfare.

The Department envisions shaping students into responsible citizens who contribute meaningfully to society.

The Department presently offers LL.M. and Ph.D. programmes. The programmes demonstrate the Department’s commitment to enhancing its role as a vibrant centre for legal education and research.

The primary objective of the Department of Law is to establish itself as a dynamic hub for legal education and research, providing aspiring legal professionals with the opportunities and resources necessary to excel in the legal field.

Themes and Sub-Themes

• Theme 1: Conceptual Foundations of Gender Justice
  • Gender Justice: Philosophical, Sociological, and Legal Perspectives
  • Equality, Equity, and Substantive Justice: Rethinking Formal Equality
  • Gender, Power, and Patriarchy in Law and Society
  • Intersectionality: Gender, Caste, Class, Disability, Sexuality, Ethnicity and Religion
  • Feminist Legal Theories and their Relevance in Contemporary Jurisprudence
• Theme 2: Constitutionalism, Law, and Gender Justice
  • Transformative Constitutionalism and Gender Justice
  • Role of Judiciary in Advancing Gender Equality and Rights
  • Gender-Sensitive Interpretation of Laws: Progressive and Regressive Trends
  • Personal Laws, Uniform Civil Code, and Gender Justice
  • International Human Rights Law and its Influence on Domestic Gender Jurisprudence
• Theme 3: Gender-Based Violence, Rights, and Legal Responses
  • Sexual Violence, Domestic Violence, and State Responsibility
  • Sexuality, Bodily Autonomy, and Reproductive Rights
  • Victim-Centric Justice, Access to Remedies, and Procedural Challenges
  • Emerging Forms of Violence and the Law: Cyber Harassment, Online Abuse, and Technology-Facilitated Violence
  • Restorative Justice, Reparations, and Transformative Approaches to Gender Violence
• Theme 4: Gender Justice, Social Institutions, and Lived Realities
  • Gender Justice in Family, Marriage, and Kinship Structures
  • Workplace Equality, Sexual Harassment, and Labour Rights
  • Gender and Access to Education, Health, and Public Resources
  • Gender Justice and Marginalised Communities (Tribals, LGBTQIA+, Migrants, Disabled Persons, etc.)
  • Law, Customary Practices, and Indigenous Justice Systems
• Theme 5: Law, Policy, and Gender-Responsive Social Transformation
  • Gender-Responsive Law-Making and Policy Frameworks
  • Governance, Political Participation, and Women’s Leadership
  • Gender Justice in the Age of Technology, AI, and Digital Governance
  • Towards Transformative Justice: Legal Reforms, Advocacy, and Grassroots Movements
  • Role of Women in Climate Action and Gender Responsive Policies

Submission Guidelines

Abstract Submission

• The abstract should be 300–350 words, with a minimum 5 keywords.
• It must clearly indicate:
  • Specific theme/sub-theme chosen
  • Name of author(s) with designation, e-mail address and contact number
• Co-authorship details: Number of authors are limited to 2 per paper
• Mode of Presentation: Online/Offline
• The link for abstract submission is given at the end of the post.

Full Paper Submission

• Upon acceptance and finalisation of the abstract, author(s) are required to submit the full paper.
• The length of the full paper should be between 4,000 and 6,000 words, inclusive of references.
• All manuscripts must strictly follow the OSCOLA (5th edn) referencing style. It is available at https://www.law.ox.ac.uk/sites/default/files/2026-03/OSCOLA%205.pdf
• Selected papers may be published in an edited book with ISBN by a reputed publisher.

Formatting Guidelines

Body

• Font: Times New Roman
• Font size: 12 pts
• Line spacing: 1.5
• Margin: 1” from all sides
• Alignment: Justified

Footnotes

• Font: Times New Roman
• Font size: 10 pts
• Line spacing: 1.0
• Alignment: Justified

Important Dates

• Submission of Abstract: 24 April, 2026
• Communication of Acceptance of Abstracts: 27 April, 2026
• Registration along with payment of Registration Fees: 30 April, 2026
• Submission of Full Paper: 12 May, 2026
• Dates of Seminar: 15 and 16 May, 2026

Fee Details

• TU Students: Rs. 500/- (Online); Rs. 800/- (Offline)
• TU Research Scholars: Rs. 700/- (Online); Rs. 1000/- (Offline)
• Students: Rs. 700/- (Online); Rs. 1000/- (Offline)
• Research Scholars: Rs. 900/- (Online); Rs. 1200/- (Offline)
• Academicians/Professionals: Rs. 1500/- (Online); Rs. 2000/- (Offline)

In case of co-authors, both must register and pay separately.

Payment Details

Online payment should be made using the following details:

• Name of Account Holder: Registrar, Tezpur University
• Name of Bank and Branch: State Bank of India, Tezpur University Branch
• Account no.: 10501585452
• IFSC: SBIN0014259

A link for payment with registration is given at the end of the post.

Contact Details

For queries, please reach out to:

• Email: tu_law@tezu.ernet.in
• Phone: +918403930475, +919891069092, +917578854903

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