Organized by Centre for Labour Law and Research (CLLR), National University of Study and Research in Law (NUSRL), Ranchi
The Centre for Labour Law and Research (CLLR), National University of Study and Research in Law (NUSRL), Ranchi, has invited chapter proposals for its upcoming edited book titled "Transforming Labour Jurisprudence in India: Codification, Compliance, and the Changing Paradigm of Workers' Welfare." The edited volume seeks original research on recent developments in labour and employment law, particularly in light of India's new Labour Codes and the evolving framework of workers' welfare.
If you are looking for a call for book chapters in law, labour law publication opportunities, or edited book opportunities for law students and researchers, this is an excellent opportunity to publish your research.
The National University of Study and Research in Law (NUSRL), Ranchi, established in 2010 by the State Legislature of Jharkhand, is one of India's leading national law universities. The university admits students through CLAT and offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in law with a strong emphasis on research and legal scholarship.
The Centre for Labour Law and Research (CLLR) is publishing an edited volume that examines India's changing labour law landscape following the introduction of the four Labour Codes. The publication aims to address doctrinal, legislative, policy, and practical issues relating to industrial relations, occupational safety, social security, labour compliance, workplace equality, and workers' welfare.
The book is intended to serve as a comprehensive reference for academicians, policymakers, legal practitioners, researchers, and professionals working in labour and employment law.
Chapter proposals are invited on themes including, but not limited to, the following.
Code on Wages, 2019
Industrial Relations Code, 2020
Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020
Code on Social Security, 2020
Challenges in implementation and labour law codification
Provident Fund administration
Social security for gig and platform workers
Social security for unorganised workers
Maternity benefits and workplace welfare
Gender-responsive labour policies
POSH Act, 2013
Internal Committees and implementation challenges
Workplace protection in remote and digital workplaces
LGBTQI+ rights under labour laws
Equal Remuneration Act and gender pay equity
Transition from legacy labour legislation
Collective bargaining
Lay-offs, retrenchment and closure
Industrial dispute resolution
Definition of "worker" under the Industrial Relations Code
Conciliation
Voluntary arbitration
Industrial Tribunals
National Industrial Tribunal
Digitalisation and access to labour justice
The listed themes are illustrative rather than exhaustive. Contributors are encouraged to submit original and analytical manuscripts addressing contemporary labour law issues, constitutional questions, policy reforms, comparative legal perspectives, and interdisciplinary research involving economics, public policy, technology, and human resource management.
The call is open to:
Legal academicians
Judicial officers
Practising advocates
Policy analysts
Corporate professionals
Trade union representatives
Research scholars
Doctoral candidates
Law students
Student contributors are encouraged to collaborate with academicians or industry professionals.
The publication follows a two-stage submission process.
Authors must submit:
A 500–700 word abstract
Core thesis statement
Methodological framework
Foundational references
A 100–150 word author biography
Institutional affiliation or professional designation
Authors whose abstracts are accepted will be invited to submit a 6,000–8,000 word book chapter.
Authors must follow the following formatting requirements:
Font: Times New Roman
Main text: 12 pt
Headings: 14 pt (Bold)
Line spacing: 1.5
Margins: 1 inch on all sides
Citation Style: OSCOLA
Maximum plagiarism: 10%
Only original and unpublished work will be accepted. Simultaneous submissions are not permitted.
Abstract Submission Deadline: August 15, 2026
Notification of Acceptance: August 30, 2026
Full Chapter Submission: October 31, 2026
Peer Review and Editorial Decisions: November 25, 2026
Final Revised Manuscript Submission: December 15, 2026
Expected Publication: January 30, 2027
Interested contributors must email their submissions to cllr@nusrlranchi.ac.in.
The subject line should follow the format:
Book Chapter Submission [Author Name]
All submissions must be sent in Microsoft Word (.docx) format.
Accepted contributors will receive:
A complimentary printed copy of the published book
Premium open-access digital access
Wide dissemination through university library networks, academic databases, and labour law research platforms.
For any queries regarding submissions, contributors may contact the editorial team:
Utkarsh Jaiswal – Utkarsh.jaiswal@nusrlranchi.ac.in
Chandika Tilak – chandika.tilak@nusrlranchi.ac.in
Aishwarya Singh – aishwarya.singh@nusrlranchi.ac.in
Kumar Astik – kumar.astik@nusrlranchi.ac.in
This edited volume offers researchers an opportunity to publish with a leading National Law University while contributing to contemporary scholarship on India's labour law reforms. With a focus on the Labour Codes, workplace equality, industrial relations, social security, and dispute resolution, the publication is expected to become a valuable academic resource for legal scholars, policymakers, practitioners, and students.
