Bennett University, Greater Noida, through the Centre for Constitutional Law and Human Rights (CCLHR), School of Law, is inviting submissions for its International Conference on “Constitutionalism and Sustainable Development Goals: Ensuring Governance & Rule of Law in India’s Transformative Journey”, scheduled to be held from 21–23 November 2026 in hybrid mode.

About the Conference

The conference seeks to explore the relationship between constitutional values and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It aims to provide a platform for academicians, researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and students to discuss contemporary constitutional and governance challenges from an interdisciplinary perspective.

Eligibility

Submissions are invited from:

  • Academicians and Faculty Members
  • Research Scholars and Ph.D. Candidates
  • Law and Allied Discipline Students
  • Legal Practitioners and Professionals
  • Policymakers and Administrators
  • Researchers and Think-Tank Members
  • Governmental and Non-Governmental Organization Representatives

Co-authorship is permitted for up to two authors.

Mode & Venue

  • Mode: Hybrid (Online & Offline)
  • Venue: Bennett University, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Indicative Themes

  • SDGs and Constitutional Framework: Fundamental Rights, DPSPs & Fundamental Duties
  • Environmental Constitutionalism and Climate Justice
  • Renewable Energy and Resource Distribution
  • Energy Security and National Security
  • Environmental and Energy Governance
  • Public Trust Doctrine and Intergenerational Equity
  • Socio-Economic Rights and Sustainable Development
  • Disaster Management and Climate Resilience
  • Corporate Social Responsibility and ESG Norms
  • Policy Accountability and Sustainable Development Governance
  • Role of Judiciary in Achieving SDGs

Submission Guidelines

  • Abstract Length: 1000–1200 words
  • Format: MS Word (.doc/.docx)
  • Abstract must include a cover page with author details and keywords.
  • Selected participants will be informed via email.
  • Full papers (5000–8000 words) will undergo a double-blind peer review process.

Registration Fee

Students

  • Single Author: ₹600
  • Co-Author: ₹500 per author

Research Scholars

  • Single Author: ₹1200
  • Co-Author: ₹1000 per author

Academicians

  • Single Author: ₹2000
  • Co-Author: ₹1800 per author

International Participants

  • Single Author: USD 45
  • Co-Author: USD 40 per author

Perks

  • Best Paper Presentation Certificate
  • Presentation Certificates for All Presenters
  • Selected Papers to be Published by Reputed Publishers with ISBN

Important Dates

  • Last Date for Abstract Submission: 30 June 2026
  • Acceptance of Abstracts: 15 July 2026
  • Registration & Payment Deadline: 31 July 2026
  • Full Paper Submission: 16 August 2026
  • Acceptance for Publication: 31 August 2026
  • Conference Dates: 21–23 November 2026
  • To submit- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdBCac8ly3zaQtMXJG46DJeN_6HGgeDhQDC5J_7-Yzvk5mAwg/viewform