About MNLU Mumbai
Maharashtra National Law University Mumbai, established under the Maharashtra National Law University Act 2014 on 20th March 2014, is one of the premier National Law Universities in India. The Act envisaged to establishment of a National Law University in Maharashtra to impart advanced legal education and promote society-oriented research in legal studies for the advancement of the societal life of the people in the country.
About LDS
The Literary and Debating Society (LDS), is a dynamic community of students that lies at the heart of MNLU’s intellectual landscape. Through engaging book clubs and spirited debates, LDS ignites a passion for literature and critical thinking among students. Committed to inclusivity, the society fosters an environment where diverse voices are celebrated and respected.
About Essay Writing Competition
Literature serves as a mirror to society, reflecting its complexities, conflicts, and transformations. Through the course of history, literature has had a profound impact on the mechanics of life, impacting lifestyle, religion, morals and challenging them all. The theme underscores the profound relationship between the written word and the lived experiences of individuals and communities. This theme encapsulates the idea that literature is not merely a vessel for storytelling but a powerful medium that shapes, interrogates, and reimagines reality. Through the exploration of this theme, we delve into how literature can illuminate ethical dilemmas, influence social norms, and provoke critical discussions on foundational societal principles.
Themes
1. Legal Narratives: Fictional Journeys through Ethical Landscapes
2. Stories of Change: Literature as a Force for Social Progress
3. Words of Justice: Literary Engagements with Constitutional Principles and Debates
General Guidelines
- Registration for the competition shall be done only via this form . Once participants have registered for the event, the submission link will be shared with the registered email IDs.
- Co-authorship is permitted but restricted to a maximum of two individuals per essay.
Formatting Guidelines
- All the entries must be formatted in Times New Roman, Font Size 12, and Line spacing 1.5.
- All entries should contain footnote citations formatted in Times New Roman, Font Size 10 and Single Line spacing.
- The essay should be accompanied with a 200-word abstract which will not be counted towards the word limit. The word limit, inclusive of footnotes, shall be 4000 words.
- Footnotes must follow the citation system specified in Harvard Blue Book, 20 Edition.
Submission Guidelines
- The paper must be the original and unpublished work of the author and should not be in consideration for publication or in a contest elsewhere and must be related to one/more theme(s)/sub-theme(s).
- All manuscripts must be submitted only via the form sent on their registered email. The name of the file shall be the title of the essay.
- Manuscripts sent via email will not be accepted. All submissions are to be made in .docx format.
- Author shall not disclose any information regarding the identity, including, but not limited to name, institutional assistance, professional details, etc., within the body of the manuscript. Non-adherence of this rule will lead to immediate disqualification.
- All essays would be checked for similarity and those with similarity index more than 10% would be liable for rejection. (Use of AI of any form is strictly prohibited.)
- In case of any conflicts, the LDS, MNLU Mumbai shall be the final authority on the guidelines.
Important Dates
- Registration Starts: July 1, 2024
- Registration Ends: July 25, 2024
- Submission Ends: August 15, 2024
- Result Declaration: September 10, 2024
Submission Procedure
Click Here To Submit.
The official notification is here.
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