Call for Papers for the January - June 2027 Issue

2026-07-15

The Journal and Publication Society of School of Law, CHRIST (Deemed to be University) invites submissions for the 30th issue (Vol.16, No.1) of the Christ University Law Journal (January -June 2027), based on the broad themes that fall within the scope and ambit of a sustainable economy loop as has been enshrined in SDGs 1[No Poverty], 8 [Decent Work and Economic Growth], 9 [Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure)], 11 [Sustainable Cities and Communities] and 12 [Responsible Consumption and Production].

While the Sustainable Development Goals are broadly classified, authors may either deal with the above-mentioned goals individually or club two or more of them. However, it is pertinent to note that the journal’s focal point demands a specific pointed discussion on law and policy, and authors are to positively bring about a solid legal issue/ policy gap in the identified goals of their choice. Bringing about a connection with SDG 16 [Peace and Justice Strong Institutions], and an examination of the judicial process in fostering these ideals too can be undertaken. That said, the emphasis should be on identifying the underlying legal problems that exist and provide a roadmap towards achieving the 2030 Agenda.

Christ University Law Journal (CULJ) is a biannual, double blind, peer-reviewed journal. Submissions can be in the form of research articles, case comments (2026), and book reviews (2026 publication).        

GUIDELINES FOR SUBMISSION

  1. The word limit for submissions is as follows:  Research articles - 7000-8000 words Case Comment (2026)- 2000 words Book reviews (foreign authors, 2026 publication) - 1500- 2000 words
  2. The research articles must also include an abstract of not more than 175 words, along with 5 relevant keywords, arranged in the alphabetical order.
  3.  All submissions should be in 1.5 line spacing, font size 12(for text) and 14 (for headings) and in Times New Roman style. The method of citation is the Harvard Bluebook 21st edition.  

Submissions can be done by logging onto  https://journals.christuniversity.in/index.php/culj, on or before 30th October 2026.