Submissions are invited for the 1st National Blog Writing Competition, 2024 on ‘Feasibility of One Nation, One Election’ by NUSRL, Ranchi. Submit your Blogs by Nov 30!

About the University

National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi (NUSRL) was established by Act No. 4 of Jharkhand State Assembly in 2010. The University has subsequently been recognized by University Grants Commission (UGC) in September 2011 u/s 22, u/s 12B in the year 2018 of the UGC Act of 1956 and Bar Council of India (BCI). 

The University started functioning in September 2010. At present, the University has more than 600 students on rolls in the undergraduate course. The University has been included as member of the CLAT w.e.f. CLAT 2012. At the undergraduate level, University offers Five-year Integrated B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) degree Program which consists of ten semesters. 

The University also started its Research Program in January 2012.With modest beginning, the University is all set to compete with global academic standards with deftly crafted teaching-learning methodology. NUSRL endeavors to share the global opportunity in law as well as legal discipline. 

The University is having a full time and part time Ph.D. programme and also offering Executive Diploma in Child Rights & Child Protection, Mines & Minerals Law and P.G. Diploma in Tribal Law and Master in Law & Policy.

About the Competition

The Centre for Policies, Laws and Agenda at NUSRL Ranchi is proud to announce the inaugural edition of the National Blog Writing Competition. 

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The competition invites participants to explore and analyse the practicality, challenges, and implications of implementing simultaneous elections across India, considering constitutional, logistical, and democratic aspects. 

The competition extends an open invitation to students and academicians from all law schools, encouraging them to participate and contribute to the exchange of ideas and experiences on the designated topic.

The chosen theme for the first National Blog Writing  Competition is the “Feasibility of One Nation, One Election .” The competition’s objective is to create a platform for bright minds to conduct analytical research on laws in various jurisdictions and devise intellectually sound provisions applicable to the Indian legal framework. 

Ultimately, the competition seeks to foster an environment for the exchange of ideas and experiences, welcoming participation from both law students and academician. E-certificates will be provided to all participants and Merit Certificates will be provided for top 3 entries.

Eligibility and Team Composition

The competition is open to all students and academicians from a recognised college or University. The team may comprise a maximum number of 2 members.

Timeline

  • Opening of registrations: 12th November 2024:
  • Closing of Registration: 24th November 2024
  • Deadline of Submission: 30th November 2024
  • Declaration of Results: 20th December 2024

Submission Format

  • Submit in both Word and PDF formats
  • File naming convention: “Title of the Blog-Participant’s Name”
  • Font: Times New Roman
  • Body: 12-point size
  • Footnotes: 10-point size

Content Guidelines

  • Word limit: 1,000-1,500 words (excluding footnotes)
  • Citation style: ILI
  • Maximum plagiarism allowed: 10%
  • Title is mandatory
  • Use of AI tools will lead to immediate disqualification.

Awards & Prizes

  • 1st Prize: INR 3,000
  • 2nd Prize: INR 2,000
  • 3rd Prize: INR 1,000
  • E-certificates will be provided to all participants and Merit Certificates will be provided for top 3 entries.

Contact Information

How to Register?

Interested participants can register through this link.

Deadline

The deadline for registration is November 30, 2024.

Click here for the official notification of the 1st National Blog Writing Competition, 2024 on ‘Feasibility of One Nation, One Election’ by NUSRL, Ranchi.