Call for Papers: Libertus Tribus - National Seminar on Rights of Scheduled Tribes and Demand for Development with Dignity

Government Law College Kozhikode is inviting submissions for its upcoming National Seminar on Rights of Scheduled Tribes and Demand for Development with Dignity - Libertus Tribus.

About GLC Kozhikhode

Government Law College Kozhikode was established in the year 1970 to impart excell- ent education and kno- wledge in the field of law. Established as the third law college in Kerala, the college offers Five-year BBA, LLB, Three-year Unitary LLB undergraduate courses, Postgraduate course LLM (Taxation and Criminal Law) and Centre for Doctrine of Research PhD, under the University of Calicut.

About the Seminar - Libertus Tribus

The seminar aims to critically examine the existing legal and constitutional framework for tribal rights in India, providing an in- depth understanding of the socio-economic, political, and cultural challenges faced by tribal communities in India, across the country. It seeks to create a platform for meaningful dialogue among students, academics, legal practitioners, tribal representatives, and policymakers, fostering an exchange of perspectives and experiences. Additionally, the seminar will highlight successful models and case studies in tribal development and rights advocacy, allowing participants to learn from effective approaches. Ultimately, the goal is to propose actionable recommendations to strengthen tribal rights and address gaps in their implementation, contributing to a more just and inclusive society.

Themes

1. Theme 1: Tribal Rights: International Legal Framework: Issues and Challenges

• International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination, 1965.
• The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, 2007.
• Convention concerning Indigenous and Tribal Peoples in Independent Countries, 1989.

Theme 2: Tribal Rights in India: Constitutional and Legal Perspectives

• Tribal rights under the Constitution of India.
• Legislations protecting and safeguarding social, economic, and political rights of the Scheduled Tribes in India.
• Response of the Judiciary.
• Offenses against the Scheduled Tribes.
• National Commission and its working.

Theme 3: Land Rights of Scheduled Tribes in India

• Ownership and use of land.
• Land reforms legislations.
• Land restoration.
• Rights on the forest land.
• Rehabilitation in the case of displacement.

Theme 4: Issues of Tribal Integration and Autonomy

• Tribal autonomy international norms: rationale.
• Tribal autonomy and constitutional provisions.
• Challenges and opportunities in political representation of tribals.
• Tribal autonomy issues and challenges.

Theme 5: Tribal Rights and Forest Management

• Forest rights of the Scheduled Tribes.
• Forest laws of India.
• Forest Rights Acts of India.
• Community rights.

Theme 6: Tribals, Natural Resources and Environment

• Natural resources rights.
• Community forests.
• Mining.
• Wildlife laws.
• Rights over biodiversity.

About Call for Papers

The seminar invites students, researchers, academicians, and professionals to submit research papers on themes related to tribal rights. Selected papers will be presented during the seminar, providing a valuable opportunity for participants to showcase their research and contribute to the academic discourse on tribal rights in India.

Submission Procedure

Registration is mandatory.

1. Abstract

All submissions for the abstract of the seminar should be uploaded in the google form given below along with necessary requirements.

• [Click here to Submit]

2. Full Paper

All submissions for the full paper of the seminar should be uploaded in the Google form given below.

• [Click here to Submit]

Remember to fill out all the requirements correctly, as it will be used for the certificates.

Registration Fee

Students and LLM Scholars need not pay registration fee.

• There will be registration fee for faculty, research scholars, advocates and other professionals.
• Fees For Research Scholars - Rs. 250/-
• Fees For Faculty, Advocates and Other Professionals - Rs. 350/-

Account Details

• Beneficiary: The Principal, Government Law College, Kozhikode
• A/C No.: 0839101008581
• ISFC Code: CNRB0000839
• Branch : Canara Bank, Vellimadukunnu

Important Dates

• Abstract Submission Deadline: 21st November 2024
• Full Paper Submission Deadline: 25th November 2024

Publication

• Selected papers shall have below 10% plagiarism include AI generated, will be published in the conference proceedings, providing contributors with academic recognition and a broader audience for their work.
• Papers published in the proceedings will be distributed to participants, institutions, and libraries, making a meaningful addition to the discourse on tribal rights.

Downloads

Brochure: [Click here to view]

Contact

Email: hrchairglck@gmail.com.

Mr. Bineesh Kumar B S [Coordinator, Human Rights Chair, Govt. Law College, Kozhikode Asst. Professor, Govt. Law College, Kozhikode]

• Ph: +91-8527163506

Mr. Hafiz Aslam P J [Asst. Professor, Govt. Law College, Kozhikode]

• Ph: +91-7907882820

Faculty Coordinators

Ms. Enlin Mary Rodrigues [Faculty, Govt. Law College, Kozhikode]

• Ph: +91-945372232

Ms. Arkanandini P R [Faculty, Govt. Law College, Kozhikode]

• Ph: +91-9495830829

Academic Coordinators

• Jestin K A: +91-8079102065
• Archana Vijayan: +91-8157888392

Student Coordinators

• Jithin Johny: +91-8301935338
• Ayisha Dilna: +91-7510745709