International Conference | Intersections of Traditional Knowledge Systems and the Future | DME Law School Noida | Hybrid | Submit by 10th April 2026

International Conference | Intersections of Traditional Knowledge Systems and the Future | DME Law School Noida | Hybrid | Submit by 10th April 2026

DME International Conference on Intersections of Traditional Knowledge Systems and the Future: Law, Culture, Sustainability, and Collective Well-Being

Delhi Metropolitan Education (DME) Law School, Noida, accredited with NAAC A+ and affiliated to Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), New Delhi, is delighted to announce its upcoming International Conference on Intersections of Traditional Knowledge Systems and the Future: Law, Culture, Sustainability, and Collective Well-Being.

The conference will be held in hybrid mode (online and offline) on 8th & 9th May 2026 (Friday and Saturday).

About the Conference:

Traditional Knowledge Systems (TKS) represent historically evolved bodies of knowledge, practices, and innovations developed by indigenous peoples and local communities. These systems span domains such as medicine, agriculture, biodiversity conservation, climate adaptation, craftsmanship, and ethical governance.

The conference seeks to explore the socio-legal, cultural, and sustainability dimensions of TKS, with a comparative global focus and particular attention to Indian Knowledge Systems. It will bring together academicians, researchers, professionals, and students to deliberate on pressing issues of law, culture, and governance in the context of traditional knowledge.

Collaborating Institutions:

The conference is organized in collaboration with leading National Law Universities, including:

• Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab
• National Law University & Judicial Academy, Assam
• Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur
• Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Law University, Sonipat
• National Law University, Tripura

Major Sub-Themes:

The conference invites contributions under the following broad areas:

1. Historical Perspectives of Traditional Knowledge Systems – oral traditions, folklore, colonialism, and revival movements.
2. Power, Inequality, and Knowledge Systems – caste, class, gender, politics of recognition, and changing livelihoods.
3. Social Institutions, Education, and the Future of TKS – NEP 2020, pedagogy, multilingual education, and digital transmission.
4. Healing Systems Across the Globe – Ayurveda, Yoga, ethnomedicine, regulation, and public health governance.
5. Climate Change and Traditional Knowledge – sustainability, SDGs, ESG frameworks, and community-led biodiversity governance.
6. Legal Frameworks of TKS – bio-piracy, biodiversity governance, ABS, indigenous rights, and transnational disputes.

(Note: Sub-themes are indicative, not exhaustive.)

Important Dates:

• Abstract Submission Deadline: 10th April 2026
• Acceptance of Abstracts: 15th April 2026
• Last Date of Registration: 20th April 2026
• Full Paper Submission Deadline: 25th April 2026
• Conference Dates: 8th & 9th May 2026

Registration & Fees:

Mode: Hybrid (Online & Offline)

Payment Details:

• Account Name: Delhi Metropolitan Education
• Bank: HDFC Bank Ltd., Sector 18, Noida
• Account No.: 50100187447560
• IFSC: HDFC0001592
• TID: 63918587

Registration Form:

Paper Submission Guidelines:

• Papers (3000–4000 words) with abstracts (max 300 words).
• Typed in MS Word, Times New Roman, font size 12, 1.5 spacing.
• Footnotes in ILI citation style.
• Co-authorship allowed (up to 2 authors).
• Papers subjected to plagiarism check and blind review.
• Selected papers to be published in ISSN Journal or ISBN book (additional cost).
• Send abstracts and papers to: dmelawconference@dme.ac.in

Awards:

Best Paper will be awarded in each category:

• Students
• Research Scholars/Academicians
• Professionals

Contact Information:

Faculty Coordinators:

• Ms. Sreedurga TN – +91-8826559126
• Ms. Mansi Madan – +91-7838256542

Student Coordinators:

• Prapti Chaturvedi – +91-8766206694
• Anshuman Mishra – +91-9289846657

For More Information:

This conference promises to be a transformative academic platform, fostering dialogue on law, culture, sustainability, and collective well-being through the lens of traditional knowledge systems.

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