GNLU Air and Space Law Conference by V.S. Mani Centre for Air and Space Law, GNLU

About Gujarat National Law University

Gujarat National Law University (GNLU), located in Gujarat, India, was established by the Government of Gujarat under the Gujarat National Law University Act, 2003 and is recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI) and University Grants Commission (UGC). GNLU is a comprehensive, student-centric, multidisciplinary and research-focused University, dedicated to building an environment enabling critical thinking on fundamental legal issues. It offers (1) B.A., LL.B. (Hon.), (2) B.Com., LL.B. (Hon.), (3) B.Sc.LL.B. (Hon.), (4) B.B.A., LL.B. (Hon.), (5) B.S.W. LL.B, (6) LL.M. and (7) Ph.D. in law and allied subjects.

About GNLU Air and Space Law Conference

Restrictions imposed due Covid 19 pandemic are being gradually relaxed the world over. The aviation industry is emerging from its disastrous fallout in an encouraging manner. While safety and security continue to be the predominant concern, it is the commercial viability of various stakeholders that has gained the focus of policymakers. India continues to be a promising player in the global aviation sector due to various initiatives that have been taken by the government in recent years.

The strategic significance of space is being realised due to the creation of space assets through ever-improving technologies. Increasing commercialisation of space necessitates a rethink as to how we comprehend space in the present world. Independent space ventures are becoming a norm. Even human space exploration is becoming more and more reliant on the participation of private players.

The Indian government has taken significant steps like establishing a regulator to encourage the involvement of private players in the space industry. The first edition of the Conference was successfully conducted in 2022. Encouraged by the overwhelming success thereof, VSMCASL is pleased to present the 2nd Edition of GNLU Air and Space Law Conference 2023 to be organised on 25 March 2023. The International Conference aims to provide a platform for deliberations amongst Air and Space Law enthusiasts and thereby contribute to the emerging discourse on the challenges posed to Air and Space Law in the future.

Sub Themes

• Management and regulation of airports Anti-competitive issues in aviation
• Protection of consumer rights in aviation Aviation financing
• Insolvency and Bankruptcy issues in Aviation industry
• Aviation-related crimes and aerial terrorism Air accidents/incident investigation
• Search and rescue
• Environmental aspects of aviation industry Commercial space mining
• Space tourism
• Space debris
• Space communications
• Space exploration
• Space Insurance
• Environmental harm pertaining to human activities in space International liability for incidents/accidents in space
• National space law and policies
• List of sub-themes is indicative. Accordingly, research paper on any other area relating to the theme of the conference may be considered.

Fees

• GNLU Students – INR 590/-
• Students – INR 1180/-
• Others – INR 1770/-
• Registration fees shall be non-refundable Accommodation
• Single occupancy- INR 1500/-
• Double Occupancy- INR 2000/

The tariff reflected above is for 24 hours inclusive of GST. 

Important Dates

• Last Date for Registration and Abstract Submission – Tuesday, 31 January 2023. 
• Abstract Selection and Intimation – Monday, 06 February 2023. 
• Last Date for Full Paper Submission – Sunday, 12 March 2023. 
• Registration of Attendees – Sunday, 12 March 2023. 
• Date of Conference: 25th March 2023.

Submission Guidelines

• Abstract: 300-500 words 
• Paper: 3000 – 5000 words (excluding references). Submissions below or above the word limit shall not be considered. 
• Citation style: OSCOLA. (4th Edition) 
• Font: Times New Roman; Font size-12; Spacing- 1.5. A cover page with the essay’s title, name and affiliation of author/co-authors shall be attached. Submit text as a Microsoft Word document (.doc or .docx). 
• Co-authorship is permitted up to a maximum of two authors. 
• Submissions need to be original. Plagiarism shall result in disqualification. 
• Submissions shall be made in the online mode only. Submissions shall be in English. 
• Topic once registered shall not be changed. Any identification mark (in any form) in the paper shall lead to disqualification. 
• Multiple or incomplete submissions shall not be considered. 
• Any contribution received after the last date shall not be considered. 

Accommodation

Accommodation will be provided on a first come first serve basis to a limited number of participants with prior registration. Kindly visit this link for further details about the accommodation. 

 Important Links

• Abstract Submission Link is here.
• Link for Fee Payment is here.
• Link for Registration, Full Paper Submission and Submitting Fee Payment Proof is here.

Contact Info

Email: vsmcasl@gnlu.ac.in