Call for Papers: International Conference on Constitutionalism to Transformative Constitutionalism at Maharashtra National Law University Mumbai
If constitutional law genuinely interests you beyond just exams, this is something worth applying for.
Maharashtra National Law University Mumbai is inviting submissions for an international conference focused on the evolving journey from traditional constitutionalism to transformative constitutionalism—basically, how constitutions don’t just govern, but actively reshape society.
🧠 Why this conference matters
The idea of constitutionalism is no longer static. Today, courts, policies, and governance systems are increasingly expected to deliver social justice, inclusion, and transformation, not just stability. This conference aims to explore exactly that shift—how constitutional frameworks respond to modern challenges and inequalities.
🎯 Who can apply
- Students (UG/PG)
- Research scholars
- Academicians
- Legal professionals interested in constitutional discourse
📝 Themes (indicative)
You can expect themes around:
- Transformative constitutionalism and social justice
- Fundamental rights and evolving interpretations
- Role of judiciary in societal change
- Comparative constitutional perspectives
- Contemporary constitutional challenges
(You can always take a slightly unique angle—this is where you stand out.)
📄 Submission guidelines
- Abstract + full paper (as per selection rounds)
- Standard legal formatting (usually Bluebook citation)
- Original, non-plagiarised work is mandatory
Important dates
- Abstract Submission Deadline: April 10, 2026
- Result of Selected Abstracts: April 12, 2026
- Registration Deadline: April 12, 2026
- Paper Presentation: April 18-19, 2026
Fee
National Participants:
- Student/Professional Participation (Offline/ Online) – 1000 INR
- Student Paper Presentation (Offline/ Online) – 1500 INR
- Professional Paper Presentation (Offline/ Online) – 2000 INR
International Participants:
- Student/Professional Participation (Online) – 30$
- Student Paper Presentation (Online) – 35$
- Professional Paper Presentation (Online) – 40$
Note- Co-authorship up to two authors is permitted and each co-author must register separately.