Call for Papers | Edited Volume on Gandhian Justice and ADR | MATS University | Raipur | Submit by 28th Feb 2026

Call for Papers | Edited Volume on Gandhian Justice and ADR | MATS University | Raipur | Submit by 28th Feb 2026

Call for Papers:

The School of Law, MATS University, Raipur (Chhattisgarh) invites contributions for an upcoming edited volume titled Gandhian Justice and Alternative Dispute Resolution: Ethical Foundations and Contemporary Practice. This academic initiative seeks to integrate Mahatma Gandhi’s ethical philosophy with modern ADR mechanisms such as mediation, conciliation, arbitration, and Lok Adalats.

About the Institution:

MATS University, Raipur, is an A++ accredited institution recognized for excellence in higher education, interdisciplinary research, and socially relevant scholarship. The School of Law actively promotes advanced research in law, social sciences, humanities, and public policy with a strong emphasis on ethical and constitutional values.

About the Book:

This edited volume explores Gandhian principles of Truth (Satya), Non‑violence (Ahimsa), moral responsibility, and community harmony, situating them within contemporary ADR practices. It adopts an interdisciplinary approach connecting law, political science, ethics, and public policy, while addressing disputes in family, labour, environment, and global peacebuilding contexts.

Themes:

The book is organized into five broad themes:

1. Gandhi and His Ideas on ADR
2. Law, Justice, and ADR in Gandhian Perspective
3. Gandhian Principles and ADR Mechanisms
4. Institutional and Sectoral Applications of Gandhian ADR
5. Contemporary and Global Relevance of Gandhian ADR

Suggested Sub‑Themes

• Gandhi’s Idea of Justice and ADR
• Ahimsa and Peaceful Settlement of Disputes
• Truth, Dialogue, and Mutual Understanding
• Adversarial vs. Conciliatory Justice
• Rights, Duties, and Moral Responsibility
• Community‑Based Justice and Swaraj
• Mediation, Negotiation, and Consensus‑Building
• Lok Adalats and Nyaya Panchayats
• Family, Labour, Environmental, and Community Disputes
• Technology, Online Dispute Resolution, and Gandhian Values
• Global Peacebuilding and Gandhian Ethics

(Authors may also propose related topics aligned with the central theme.)

Who Can Submit?

• Academicians and law faculty
• Research scholars and Ph.D. candidates
• Legal professionals and practitioners
• Policy analysts and social scientists
• Students with quality research work

Submission Categories:

• Full‑length Research Papers
• Doctrinal or Empirical Research Articles
• Case Studies
• Policy‑Oriented Papers

Submission Guidelines:

• Abstract: 200–300 words with 4–7 keywords
• Word Limit: 6,000–8,000 words (including references)
• Formatting: Times New Roman, 12 pt, 1.15 spacing, 1‑inch margins
• Headings: First‑level ALL CAPS (bold), second‑level Initial Capitals (bold)
• Referencing Style: APA (7th Edition)
• Plagiarism: Similarity index 0–10% (Turnitin/Urkund/Drillbit verified)
• Review: All submissions will undergo peer review

📌 No processing or publication charges. Selected chapters will be published with ISBN at no cost to contributors.

Important Date:

• Last Date for Full Paper Submission: 28 February 2026

Submission & Contact Details:

• Email: beherabk1990@gmail.com
• Contact: Dr. Bijaya Ku. Behera, Assistant Professor, MATS University
  +91‑9437366102 | beherabk1990@gmail.com

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