National Law University Odisha Invites Scholarly Submissions For New CPAJ Newsletter Volume Four Edition

The National Law University Odisha (NLUO), Cuttack, has officially opened its call for papers for the fourth volume of the Centre for Poverty and Access to Justice (CPAJ) Newsletter. This initiative invites original and unpublished contributions from students, researchers, legal practitioners, and policy professionals to engage with the complex intersections of poverty, inequality, and the right to justice.

A Platform for Socio-Legal Discourse

Established under the National Law University Odisha Act of 2008, the university has rapidly become a hub for socially relevant legal education. The CPAJ, a dedicated research centre within the university, continues this mission by addressing institutional and economic barriers that prevent marginalized communities from accessing legal remedies. The upcoming newsletter serves as a curated platform to foster academic rigour and provide practical, rights-based solutions to contemporary socio-economic challenges.

Expanding the Horizon of Research Themes

The call for submissions is broad, encouraging scholars to delve into a diverse array of sixteen core themes. These range from the constitutional dimensions of poverty and digital inclusion in the justice system to environmental justice, tribal rights, and the nuances of labour law in informal employment sectors. By promoting both established legal scholarship and novel lines of inquiry, the Centre aims to curate a comprehensive look at the current state of legal rights in India.

Submission Guidelines and Academic Rigour

To maintain high standards of intellectual integrity, the Editorial Board has established strict submission parameters. Prospective authors may submit work in four distinct categories: * Articles (900-1000 words): In-depth analytical discussions of legal or policy issues. * Case Comments (750-900 words): Critical evaluations of recent judicial pronouncements. * Legislative or Policy Reviews (800-900 words): Insightful reviews of recent statutes, bills, or government reports. * Opinion/Commentary (700-800 words): Short, analytical pieces on emerging developments.

All submissions must conform to the OSCOLA (4th Edition) citation style and undergo a rigorous plagiarism check, with a strict limit on similarity indices to ensure the originality of the scholarship.

Key Dates and Participation

Authors are requested to submit their manuscripts through the official portal by the deadline of 30th September 2026 . By facilitating an environment of intellectual exchange, NLUO continues to contribute significantly to the national legal discourse, preparing graduates and practitioners alike to build a more inclusive and responsive justice system.

For those interested in contributing to the advancement of socio-economic rights through legal scholarship, the CPAJ Editorial Board remains the primary contact point for all inquiries via email at cpaj@nluo.ac.in. This volume represents a significant opportunity for the academic community to shape the narrative on poverty and the practical realization of legal equality in India.