Call for Blogs by Centre for Studies in Tribal and Indigenous Communities (CSTIC) at DNLU Jabalpur. Submission on Rolling Basis!

About Dharmashastra National Law University (DNLU), Jabalpur:

Dharmashastra National Law University (DNLU), Jabalpur, established in 2018, aims to advance value-based legal education for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Committed to academic excellence, DNLU emphasizes research, faculty-student scholarship, and regular organization of seminars, conferences, and publications. It nurtures advocacy skills through mooting and legal competitions. The university’s motto, Satyam Vada Dharmam Char—“speak the truth and act according to dharma”—reflects its ethical foundation rooted in the Taittiriya Upanishad. DNLU encourages students to uphold justice, protest injustice, and lead by example in both professional and societal conduct.

About Center for Studies in Tribal and Indigenous Communities (CSTIC):

The Center for Studies in Tribal and Indigenous Communities (CSTIC) is dedicated to advancing knowledge and understanding of the diverse tribal and indigenous communities of India. The center conducts research, field studies, and documentation on their languages, traditions, cultural practices, and socio-economic development. CSTIC also focuses on policy analysis, advocacy, and educational initiatives to support the empowerment and sustainable development of these communities. Through workshops, seminars, publications, and collaborations with governmental and non-governmental organizations, CSTIC aims to preserve cultural heritage while promoting inclusive growth and social justice for indigenous populations.

About the Blog Submissions:

The CSTIC Blog is a dynamic, student-led initiative of the Centre for Studies in Tribal and Indigenous Communities (CSTIC) at DNLU Jabalpur, dedicated to fostering a deeper understanding of the challenges, perspectives, and achievements of tribal and indigenous communities across India. Established as a platform for knowledge-sharing, the Blog seeks to bridge the gap between academic research, policy discussions, and grassroots realities.The primary aim of the CSTIC Blog is to publish insightful, well-researched, and accessible articles that illuminate the social, cultural, economic, and legal issues affecting tribal and indigenous populations. By focusing particularly on law, governance, policy frameworks, and human rights, the Blog offers critical perspectives that help inform debates and contribute meaningfully to the discourse on social justice and inclusion. Beyond academic analysis, the Blog emphasizes diverse voices and lived experiences, encouraging submissions from students, researchers, practitioners, and community members alike. It provides a welcoming space for ideas that explore the intersections of tradition and modernity, local knowledge and national policy, and legal protections and socio-cultural realities. Through this inclusivity, the CSTIC Blog fosters dialogue that is not only scholarly but also grounded in the realities of tribal and indigenous communities.

Eligibility:

The blog submissions are open for Academicians, Students, and Legal Practitioners.

Theme:

Submissions are invited on topics related to Tribal and Indigenous Studies.

Illustrative themes include:

Tribal and indigenous rights and governance
Customary law and traditional justice systems
Land, forest, and resource rights
Socio-economic development and welfare policies
Cultural preservation and traditional knowledge
Gender, identity, and representation among indigenous communities
Impact of globalization and climate change on tribal societies
Emerging challenges in protecting indigenous heritage

Submission Guidelines:

Word Limit: 1,200–1,500 words (flexibility may be permitted at the discretion of the Editorial Board).
Citation Style: Bluebook
Formatting: Times New Roman, Font Size 12, Line Spacing 1.5, Margins: Normal.
Referencing: Hyperlink the sources.
Authorship: Co-authorship is permitted up to a maximum of two authors.
File Format: Submissions must be in .doc or .docx format.
Originality: Submissions must be original and unpublished. A similarity index of not more than 15% will be permitted (checked through Turnitin).
Responsibility: Authors are solely responsible for the accuracy of facts, arguments, and views expressed.
Copyright: Copyright of all published blogs shall vest with the Centre for Studies in Tribal and Indigenous Communities (CSTIC, DNLU) .
Submissions not conforming to these guidelines are liable to rejection.

Review Process:

Each submission undergoes a three-stage review process:
1. Plagiarism & AI Check: Ensuring originality and authenticity of the work.
2. Clarity Review: Evaluating the language, coherence, and logical flow of arguments.
3. Substantive Review: Assessing the legal, social, and analytical depth and relevance of the piece.

Only manuscripts meeting all three standards will be accepted for publication.

Submission Process:

All submissions must be made through the official submission form available here:
Submissions via email will not be considered.

SUBMISSION LINK

Contact Information:

For queries, please reach out to: cstic@mpdnlu.ac.in
Faculty Advisor: Amit Mishra- +91 97700 30340
Student Co-ordinator: Mayuri Tumdam- +91 77480 73758

For More Information and details kindly refer the brochure:

BROCHURE

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