Submissions are invited for the 2nd SILP Essay Writing Competition by NUJS, Kolkata. Submit by September 15!
About the organizer
The Society of International Law and Policy (‘SILP’) of the National University of Juridical Sciences is an academic society that seeks to create awareness about contemporary international issues of legal importance. The Society runs the SILP Blog which has been recognized as one of the Top 30 International Law Blogs.
It seeks to develop a synergy between law and policy at the international level while recognizing that geo-political trends in the transnational space have impacts at the municipal level. This essay competition seeks to further discourse on relevant topics in contemporary international law.
SILP is inviting submissions for the “2nd NUJS SILP Essay Writing Competition 2024”.
Details about the event
The 2nd NUJS SILP Essay Competition is being organized in collaboration with the NUJS Centre of International Law and Diplomacy. This competition aims to further discourse on relevant topics in contemporary international law. Participants in this pan-India competition have a chance to win cash prizes, publication opportunities, and merit certificates from NUJS.
Essay Themes
- South Africa v. Israel: A Gateway for a Communitarian Approach in International Law.
- Nuclear Disarmament in the 21st Century: A Way Forward.
- Contribution of General International Law to Various Fields of International Law.
These are broad themes. Participants are encouraged to narrow them down further.
Eligibility Criteria
Students currently enrolled in any program in any recognized Law School / College / University in India may make a submission.
Location
Online submission via Google Form.
Registration procedure
Direct submission via Google Form mentioned at the end of this post.
Prizes
- First place: Rs 5000 and merit certificate
- Second place: Rs 3000 and a merit certificate
- Third place: Rs 2000 and a merit certificate
The top ten entries will be considered for publication on the SILP Blog or released as a special edited volume.
Important Dates
- Submission of Essays: 15th September, 2024
- Result Declaration:1st November, 2024
Contact information
Email: silp@nujs.edu
Click here to register.
Click here for the brochure.
Source: Lawctopus
