Call For papers

Recent Developments in Constitutional Law

The Indian Constitution continues to evolve through judicial interpretations, legislative reforms, and comparative constitutional engagements. In recent years, the higher judiciary has addressed questions relating to fundamental rights, federalism, separation of powers, constitutional morality, and democratic accountability. This issue of Bharati Law Review aims to provide a platform for academicians, practitioners, researchers, and students to critically examine these developments and contribute to ongoing constitutional debates.

Suggested Sub-Themes (indicative, not exhaustive):

  • Expanding horizons of Fundamental Rights (privacy, equality, speech, digital rights)
  • Constitutional Morality and Judicial Activism
  • Federalism and Centre–State Relations in the contemporary context
  • Separation of Powers and Judicial Accountability
  • Comparative Constitutional Law and its influence on Indian jurisprudence
  • Constitutional Amendments and their implications
  • Emerging trends in Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
  • Constitutional interpretation in the age of technology and globalization

Submission Guidelines:

  • Manuscript Types: Research Articles, Case Comments, Book Reviews
  • Word Limit:
    • Research Articles: 4,000–6,000 words
    • Case Comments: 2,000–3,000 words
    • Book Reviews: 1,500–2,000 words
  • Citation Style: Bluebook (21st edition)
  • Plagiarism: Submissions must be original and not under consideration elsewhere. Similarity should not exceed 10%.

Important Dates:

  • Submission Deadline: 25/12/2025
  • Intimation of Acceptance: 10/01/2026
  • Publication Date: 25/01/2026

Submission Process:

Manuscripts should be sent via email to [blr@bharatilawreviewnlc.com] with the subject line “Submission – Bharati Law Review – Constitutional Law”.

Contact:

Dr. Jaykumar Bhongale

Editor, Bharati Law Review
New Law College, Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Pune
Email: blr@bharatilawreviewnlc.com