ABOUT THE CONFERENCE:
The 4th International Conference on Law and Social Transformation (ICLS-2025) explores the
dynamic interplay between legal frameworks, social transformation, and sustainable
development. In an era of unprecedented global challenges, law serves as both a catalyst and a
foundation for equitable progress. This conference will examine how legal innovation can drive
systemic change, address environmental crises, advance human rights, foster green economies,
and empower marginalized communities through inclusive legal advocacy. Hosted by the School
of Law, Alliance University, this annual conference brings together legal experts, policymakers,
activists, and scholars to critically assess the role of law in achieving social transformation
through law and sustainable development goals (SDGs). Through interdisciplinary dialogue, the
conference aims to develop actionable strategies that promote resilience, justice, and
sustainability in an increasingly complex world. This year the Conference will be held on 27th
of September 2025.
ABOUT ALLIANCE UNIVERSITY
Alliance University is a private university established in Karnataka by the State Act No. 34 of
year 2010. The University is jointly recognized by the University Grants Commission, New
Delhi, the Bar Council of India (BCI), and accredited with NAAC A+ Grade. The University has
a vibrant and picturesque campus in Bengaluru, one of the fastest-growing cities in India. It
offers undergraduate and postgraduate majors across divergent streams of knowledge such as
psychology and data science, technology and law, physics and philosophy, businesses and
rhetoric. In addition, it foster transdisciplinary approaches and nurtures a dynamic foundation for
the spirit of collaboration, inquiry, and enterprise. Alliance Education, defined by excellence in
the areas of Business Administration, Engineering, Legal studies, etc., and guided by the core
values of the University, has shaped the lives of over 20,000 very successful alumni across the
globe.
ABOUT ALLIANCE SCHOOL OF LAW
Alliance School of Law, Alliance University is approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI), New
Delhi. The school has been ranked 18th among Top Law Schools in India by National
Institutional Ranking Framework Rankings, 2025. The Alliance School of Law offers two five-
year, integrated undergraduate courses in law, viz., Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Law Honors –
B.A. LL. B. (Hons.) and Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Law Honors – B.B.A LL. B. (Hons.), as well as 3-years LLB course that has been carefully crafted and designed to
prepare its graduates for rewarding careers in various roles and responsibilities in legal service
organizations. Alliance School of Law also offers a full-time, one-year Master of Law (LL.M.)
degree with specializations in IT and Data Protection Law, Corporate Law, Law Climate Change
and Sustainability, Trade and Commercial Laws, Crime and Forensics Law, Human Rights Law,
and Intellectual Property Law, to develop strong research expertise among the postgraduate
students. Alliance School of Law also offers a Ph.D. program in law and policy studies. The Law
School has established various centres for advanced legal studies and research, to facilitate
engagements with various sections of society for deliberations over a variety of socio-legal
issues through initiatives such as Conferences, Seminars, Workshops, Books, Journals, Blogs,
etc.
MODE– Hybrid
IMPORTANT DATES
Last Date for sending the abstract: 15/07/2025.
Communication of accepted abstracts: 20/07/2025.
Last date to register: 27/08/2025.
Last date for full paper submission: 15/08/2025.
Date of Conference: 27/09/2025.
MAIN THEME: EMPOWERING SOCIAL TRANSFORMATION THROUGH LAW
AND SDGs
Participants can present his/her paper on any of the following areas related to Law
and Social Transformation:
Prison Reform and Human Dignity
Social Welfare Legislation and Poverty Alleviation
Cultural Rights and the Legal Safeguards
Environmental Litigation and Community Rights
Constitutionalism and Developmental Justice
Legal Infrastructure for Ethical AI in Public Services
Blockchain Law and Transparent Governance
Customary Law and Sustainable Development
Law and Social Entrepreneurship
Law, Ethics, and Sustainable Technologies
IPR and Social Enterprises
Green Criminology and Environmental Law
Legal and Policy Innovation in Argo-Ecological Reforms
Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights Law
Digital Justice and Cyber Law Regulation of Emerging Technologies
Labor rights and Sustainability
Gender and Child Rights in Social Transformation
Alliance School of Law is providing a forum for the discussion of well-researched papers
through this International Conference on Law and Social Transformation (ICLS-2025). Faculty
members, Judicial Officers, Advocates, Research Scholars, Students, Policy Makers, among
others, are invited to submit quality research articles from the given areas.
PAPER SPECIFICATIONS
Abstract: Not more than 300 words and a minimum of five relevant keywords. The abstract
must embody the objective of the paper, the broad argument(s), methodology, and the tentative
findings.
Paper: Co-authorship is permitted to a maximum of one co-author. However, both authors need
to register separately. In the case of co-authorship, at least one author must attend the conference
to present the paper. No Proxy presentations are allowed. Both the author and co-author need to
pay separately.
Maximum Length: 6000 words including title/cover page and references
Margins: 1” on all sides
Regular Font: Times New Roman, 12 points, Line spacing 1.5, justified
Title Font: Times New Roman, 14 points, bold, Line spacing 1.5
Footnotes: Times New Roman, font size 10 with a spacing of 1.0
Citation: Bluebook 20th Edn.
Similarity: Should not exceed 15%
Abstract and full paper must be submitted to icls@alliance.edu.in
Selected research papers will be published in an edited book form (Lex-Et-Mutatio) with ISBN
Number. Two best research papers and one best presentation from each track will receive awards.
However, papers not complying with the guidelines given above will not be accepted for
publication.
To know more about the Conference please refer to the attached brochure.
REGISTRATION FEES
Professionals and Academicians: Rs. 2500/-
Ph.D. Scholars and Students: Rs. 1500/-
International Participants: $ 50
GENERAL QUERIES
Dr. Upankar Chutia: +91 97171 32331
Dr. Rajat Banerjee: +91 70448 96099
Mr. Abhai Sreekumar C A: +91 9847214451
Email Id – icls@alliance.edu.in
Webpage: International Conference on Law and Social Transformation – (ICLS 2025), Alliance
University
Brochure:ICLS 2025 Brochure V.O (2)