Seminar on ‘Women and Child Rights’ by MNLU, Nagpur

About Maharashtra National Law University, Nagpur

Maharashtra National Law University Nagpur (MNLU) (also known as National Law University, Nagpur or NLU Nagpur) is a National Law University and a public law institution established by the government through a public enactment as the Maharashtra National Law University Act (Maharashtra Act No. VI of 2014).

The University is the 19th National Law University established in India and is located in the Orange City of Nagpur, Maharashtra.

About Law Mantra Trust

“Law Mantra” (headquarters New Delhi) (Registration No 150 in Book No. 4 Vol No 3, 603 of 2018) is not for profit organization running for the purpose of enhancing legal academics and legal awareness in society and in the practice of the same.

Law Mantra is a registered society under the Indian Trust Act, 1882 whose members are leaders and members from the legal fraternity, other professions with a nexus to conflict resolution, academics and experts from various fields who are committed to resolving conflicts and disputes.

Innovative mechanisms and methods such as Mediation, Conciliation, Negotiations and Arbitration are. Law Mantra is a body of Jurists, Advocates, Academicians and Students running for the purpose of enhancing legal academics and legal awareness in society and in the practice of the same.

Theme and Sub-Themes

• Theme 1: Legal Framework and Constitutional Safeguards
  • Constitutional provisions relating to women and child rights in India.
  • Key legislations: Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, POCSO Act, Juvenile Justice Act, etc.
  • Role of judiciary in interpreting and expanding rights.

• Theme 2: Gender Justice and Women’s Rights
  • Issues of gender-based violence, harassment, and discrimination.
  • Workplace rights, maternity benefits, and gender equality.
  • Reproductive rights and bodily autonomy.

• Theme 3: Child Protection and Welfare
  • Child labour, trafficking, and exploitation.
  • Right to education and child development policies.
  • Juvenile justice system and rehabilitation mechanisms.

• Theme 4: Implementation Challenges and Institutional Gaps
  • Barriers in law enforcement and access to justice.
  • Role of police, judiciary, and child welfare committees.
  • Socio-cultural challenges and lack of awareness.

• Theme 5: Emerging Issues and Contemporary Concerns
  • Cybercrime against women and children.
  • Online exploitation, bullying, and digital safety.
  • Impact of globalization and migration on vulnerability.

• Theme 6: International and Comparative Perspectives
  • Global standards and conventions such as those by United Nations and
    UNICEF.
  • Comparative analysis of legal frameworks in different jurisdictions.
  • Aligning national laws with international human rights standards.

Note: The suggested sub-themes are indicative. Authors are welcome to research and present on related topics aligned with their interests.

Submission Procedure

• The abstract (of about 250 words) should be sent as an attachment in a Word file. Abstracts will be peer-reviewed before they are accepted.
• The following information, in the given format, should be sent along with the Abstract:
  • Name of the Participant, Official Designation/Institution Details, Address and Email ID, Title of Abstract.
• Submit your abstract to seminarnlus@gmail.com
• The paper should be typed in MS WORD format (preferably 2007 or 2010);
• The length of the paper should not be below 4,000 words (including footnotes) and Should not Exceed more than 10,000 (Including Footnotes).

Registration Fee

Registration Fee for the Student category is Rs 800 (Per Individual) and for Faculty/Professional/Research Scholar/Other is Rs 1200 (Per Individual).

Both Author and Co–Author have to register separately.

Publication Opportunity

Selected will be published in a book bearing ISBN. (If the Paper will be Selected for Publication in a Book bearing ISBN, Contributors have to Contact the Publisher and will have to pay the charge if anyone wishes to procure a Hard Copy of the Book as per bill raised by the Publisher).

Important Dates

• Submission of Abstract: 22nd June, 2026
• Confirmation of Abstract Selection: 24th June, 2026
• Registration: 2nd July, 2026
• Submission of Draft Paper: 6th July, 2026
• Seminar Date: 17th and 18th July, 2026
• Submission of Revised Paper: Notified Later
• Publication of Selected Paper: Notified Later on

Who Should Attend?

Students, Research Scholars/Faculties/Academicians, Corporate Delegates, Business entities, and Lawyers.

Contact Details

• +919310053923 (Law Mantra Office)
• Email: seminarnlus@gmail.com