Ilahia Law College, Muvattupuzha, Kerala, is organising a Two-Day National Seminar on "Evolving Dimensions of Constitutionalism in Contemporary India: Emerging Constitutional Challenges" on 13–14 November 2026 in hybrid mode. The seminar will bring together academicians, legal practitioners, research scholars, policy analysts and students to discuss contemporary constitutional issues through expert sessions, research paper presentations and academic discussions.Participants can attend the seminar either offline at Ilahia Law College, Muvattupuzha, or online through a designated virtual platform. The full paper submission deadline is 5 November 2026.About Ilahia Law CollegeIlahia Law College, Muvattupuzha, is affiliated with Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, and approved by the Bar Council of India. Established under the aegis of Ilahia Trust, founded in 1992, the institution focuses on legal education, professional ethics and social responsibility.The College offers a Five-Year Integrated B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) programme and a Three-Year Unitary LL.B. programme. It is headed by Principal Dr. Subash G. Plathottam.About the National SeminarThe seminar aims to examine emerging challenges in Indian constitutionalism, including constitutional governance, fundamental rights, democracy, federalism, social justice, technology and privacy. It provides a multidisciplinary platform for sharing research, exchanging perspectives and promoting constitutional scholarship.The two-day programme will feature expert sessions, technical discussions and parallel paper presentations. Participants may choose either offline or online participation for both days.Seminar DetailsEvent: Two-Day National Seminar on Evolving Dimensions of Constitutionalism in Contemporary India: Emerging Constitutional ChallengesOrganiser: Ilahia Law College, MuvattupuzhaDates: 13–14 November 2026Mode: Hybrid (Online and Offline)Offline Venue: Ilahia Law College, Muvattupuzha, KeralaOnline Venue: Designated Virtual PlatformExpert SpeakersThe seminar will feature academic sessions by the following speakers:Dr. K. C. Sunny – Senior Legal Academician and Former Vice-Chancellor, National University of Advanced Legal Studies (NUALS), Kochi. Topic: Indian Federalism: Emerging Issues.Prof. (Dr.) G. Gopakumar – Political Scientist and Former Vice-Chancellor, Central University of Kerala. Topic: Can Civil Society Emerge as the Bulwark of Constitutionalism in India?Dr. Dayana M. K. – Associate Professor, Government Law College, Ernakulam. Topic: Constitutionalism 2.0: New Challenges to Rights, Democracy and Constitutional Governance in India.Prof. (Dr.) P. Ishwara Bhat – Honorary Distinguished Professor and Former Vice-Chancellor, Karnataka State Law University and WBNUJS, Kolkata. Topic: The Role of Constitutionalism in the Federal System in Contemporary India.Prof. (Dr.) T. R. Subramaniam – Dean, School of Legal Studies, CMR University, Bengaluru, and Former Vice-Chancellor, Karnataka State Law University. Topic: Making of the Indian Constitution: From Founding Vision to Contemporary India.Dr. P. D. Sebastian – Legal Academician and Director, Nehru Academy of Law, Palakkad. Topic: Constitutional Silence in the 21st Century: Technology, Ecology and Institutional Friction in India.The programme will also include parallel paper presentations on both days, followed by concluding academic and valedictory sessions on 14 November 2026. The programme schedule is tentative and subject to change.Call for PapersIlahia Law College invites original and unpublished research papers addressing the main seminar theme or its indicative sub-themes. Submissions may adopt doctrinal, empirical, comparative, interdisciplinary or policy-oriented research methodologies.EligibilityThe call for papers is open to:Academicians and faculty membersResearch scholarsLegal practitioners and advocatesPolicy researchers and analystsUndergraduate studentsPostgraduate studentsCo-authorship is permitted up to a maximum of two authors per paper. An author may submit only one paper as the first author. At least one author of every selected paper must register and present the paper at the seminar.Indicative Sub-ThemesDigital Constitutionalism: Privacy, Data Protection and AI GovernanceState Surveillance, National Security and Constitutional LimitsArtificial Intelligence, Algorithmic Accountability and Due ProcessFreedom of Speech and Expression in the Digital EraIntermediary Liability, Platform Regulation and MisinformationInternet Shutdowns, Digital Access and Constitutional RightsFederalism and Centre-State Relations in Contemporary IndiaFiscal Federalism, GST and the Distribution of Constitutional PowersRole of Governors, Cooperative Federalism and Constitutional ConventionsSocio-Economic Rights and Welfare-State JurisprudenceRight to Health, Education, Food, Housing and LivelihoodArticle 21 and the Expanding Dimensions of Life and Personal LibertyGender Justice, Constitutional Morality and Transformative EqualityTransgender Rights, Bodily Autonomy and IntersectionalityElectoral Representation, Delimitation and Electoral Equality in the Post-2026 ContextPopulation-Based Representation and Constitutional Questions of Federal BalanceEnvironmental Constitutionalism, Climate Justice and Sustainable DevelopmentJudicial Activism, Judicial Restraint and Constitutional AccountabilityConstitutional Values, Citizenship, Education and Youth EngagementComparative Constitutionalism and Global Constitutional InfluencesHuman Dignity, Health, Labour, Migration and the Informal EconomyEmergency Powers, Constitutional Resilience and National SecurityAccess to Justice, Legal Aid and Constitutional RemediesEmerging Challenges in Constitutional Governance and Democratic InstitutionsNote: The sub-themes are indicative and not exhaustive. Papers addressing other relevant aspects of the main theme are also welcome.Submission GuidelinesAbstract:Word Limit: 250–300 wordsKeywords: 4–6 keywords below the abstractFull Paper:Word Limit: Approximately 4,000–6,000 words, excluding bibliography/referencesFont: Times New Roman, 12-pointFootnotes: 10-pointLine Spacing: 1.5Margins: One inch on all sidesLanguage: EnglishFile Format: MS Word (.doc/.docx) and PDFCitation Style: Bluebook, 21st EditionTitle Page Requirements:Title of the paperName of author(s)Designation/ProgrammeInstitution/AffiliationEmail addressPhone numberAuthors should ensure originality, clarity, proper formatting and citation accuracy before submission. Papers will be evaluated based on their relevance to the seminar theme, analytical depth and academic contribution.Important DatesCall for Papers Released: 5 October 2026Abstract Submission Opened: 5 October 2026Abstract Submission Deadline: 12 October 2026Abstract Review: 13–14 October 2026Abstract Acceptance Intimation: 15 October 2026Full Paper Submission: 16 October – 5 November 2026Academic Review and Final Selection: 6–9 November 2026Final Paper Selection Notification: 10 November 2026Presentation Schedule/Session Allocation: 11 November 2026Seminar and Paper Presentations: 13–14 November 2026Registration FeesThe following registration fees apply for the period 15 October to 5 November 2026:Faculty Members/Academicians: ₹1,000Legal Practitioners/Advocates: ₹1,000Research Scholars (Ph.D./LL.M.): ₹1,000UG/PG Students from Other Institutions: ₹800Ilahia Law College Student Paper Presenters: ₹250Participants without Paper: ₹100Note: The registration fee for participants without a paper does not include food. Participation without paper presentation is subject to registration and availability of seats or online access.Registration and Payment DetailsParticipants must indicate their preferred mode of participation, Online or Offline, during registration.[Click Here to Register][Click Here for Abstract Submission]Payment Mode: UPI / Bank Transfer / NEFTAccount Name: ILAHIA LAW COLLEGEBank: ICICIAccount Number: 022305002948IFSC: ICIC0000223UPI ID: msilahialawcollege.eazypay@iciciPayment Remark: Participant Name – Seminar RegistrationCertificates and Publication OpportunityThe applicable registration fee covers participation and an e-certificate. Offline participants will receive seminar materials and applicable refreshments/lunch as arranged by the College.Certificate of Participation: Issued to registered participants satisfying the prescribed attendance requirements.Certificate of Presentation: Issued to selected paper presenters.Publication Opportunity: Selected papers may be considered for publication, subject to the final decision of the Editorial/Review Committee.Selected authors will present their papers on 13 or 14 November 2026, either offline or online. Presentation guidelines, including time limits and technical requirements, will be communicated to selected presenters.DownloadsBrochure: [Click here to view]ContactFaculty Chief Co-ordinator:Mrs. Shilpa U. S., Assistant Professor of LawPhone: 8921908430Faculty Co-ordinators:Mr. Jijo Antony, Assistant Professor of Law – 8129825971Ms. Divya Muralidharan, Assistant Professor of Law – 8547583274Student Co-ordinators:Ganga Babu – 4th Sem Unitary LL.B. – 7559988360Muhammed Abdul Khader MA – 4th Sem B.A. LL.B. – 7558929591Thansi Kassim – 3rd Sem Unitary LL.B. – 8590647317Ferny A Panicker – 3rd Sem B.A. LL.B. – 8078274940