National Symposium | Labour Law, Gender Equity and Economic Governance | Soundarya College of Law | Hybrid | Register by 15th April 2026
National Symposium | Labour Law, Gender Equity and Economic Governance | Soundarya College of Law | Hybrid | Register by 15th April 2026
National Symposium on The Future of Work in India: Labour Law, Gender Equity and Economic Governance
Organised by Soundarya College of Law (SCL)
Dates: 8th–9th May 2026 | Mode: Hybrid
About the Symposium:
Soundarya College of Law is hosting a Two-Day National Symposium to deliberate on the evolving landscape of labour regulation in India, with a focus on:
- The Four Labour Codes:
- Code on Wages, 2019
- Industrial Relations Code, 2020
- Code on Social Security, 2020
- Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020
- Gender Equity: Examining workplace equality, women’s participation, maternity benefits, and intersectionality in labour law.
- Economic Governance: Exploring labour regulation in the context of liberalisation, globalisation, and technological change.
This symposium aims to foster academic inquiry, interdisciplinary dialogue, and policy engagement to build inclusive and resilient frameworks for the future of work.
About the Institution:
Established in 2017 under the Soundarya Educational Trust (R), Soundarya College of Law is affiliated with Karnataka State Law University, Hubballi. It offers:
- 3-Year LL.B.
- 5-Year B.A. LL.B.
- 5-Year B.Com. LL.B.
SCL has a strong tradition of organising national-level conferences, including the 2025 National Conference on Protection of Children in the Digital World in collaboration with KILPAR.
Key Themes & Sub-Themes:
Theme 01: Labour Law and Industrial Relations
- Impact of Labour Codes on workers’ rights and employer obligations
- Collective bargaining, trade unions, and industrial democracy
- Dispute resolution under the Industrial Relations Code, 2020
- Occupational safety and working conditions
- Legal recognition of contract labour, gig and platform workers
Theme 02: Gender Justice and Labour Regulation
- Gendered impacts of labour law reforms
- Barriers to women’s labour force participation
- Maternity benefits and care work under the Code on Social Security, 2020
- Sexual harassment at the workplace: effectiveness of mechanisms
- Intersectionality: gender, caste, class, and informal employment
Theme 03: Labour Law, Justice, and the Economy
- Balancing workers’ welfare with ease of doing business
- Labour reforms in liberalisation, privatisation, and globalisation
- Informal economy and social security coverage
- Technological change, automation, and the future of work
- Labour governance and compliance mechanisms
Submission Guidelines:
- Word Limit: 3000–4000 words (excluding footnotes)
- Abstract: 250–300 words, 5 keywords, separate cover letter with author details
- Citation Style: Bluebook (21st Edition)
- Formatting: Times New Roman, 12 pt (14 pt for headings), 1.5 line spacing
- Co-authorship: Up to 2 authors
- Plagiarism Limit: Maximum 10%
- AI-generated content: Strictly prohibited
- Publication: Selected papers will be published as an edited book with ISBN
Important Dates:
- Registration & Payment: 15th April 2026
- Full Paper Submission: 22nd April 2026
- Participation Registration (without paper): 24th April 2026
Registration Fee:
- Participation (without paper):
- Academicians/Professionals: ₹999
- Research Scholars: ₹749
- Students: ₹499
- Paper Presentation (after abstract selection):
- Academicians/Professionals: ₹1,999
- Research Scholars: ₹999
- Students: ₹799
Bank Details:
- Bank: AXIS BANK
- Account Holder: Soundarya College of Law
- Account Number: 917010052562868
- IFSC: UTIB0002926
Contact Information:
Faculty Coordinators:
- Ms. Rhea Hundal – 7702718084 | rheahundal@soundaryainstitutions.in
- Ms. Damini M – 9844524665 | daminim@soundaryainstitutions.in
- Ms. Pooja Abhinaya GB – 8428796919 | poojaabinaya@soundaryainstitutions.in
Student Coordinators:
- Shrey Nair – +91 8764196285
- Nikhil – +91 9742202671
Contact Details:
Soundarya College of Law
Soundaryanagar, Sidedahalli, Nagasandra Post, Bengaluru – 560073
Contact: +91 62690 00092 / +91 62690 00093
Email: scl.principal@soundaryainstitutions.in
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