Call for Papers: Jai Jagat Ellora Summit 2026 by Yuvak Biradari (Bharat) and MNLU Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar [Cash Prizes up to ₹99,000]: Submit Abstract by July 31 [Deadline Extended]

Yuvak Biradari (Bharat), in collaboration with Maharashtra National Law University, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (MNLU-CS), has invited abstract submissions for the Jai Jagat Ellora Summit 2026. The summit offers an opportunity for students, researchers, academicians, and young professionals to present research on issues relating to peace, constitutionalism, sustainability, technology, governance, and social justice.

Selected participants will compete for cash prizes worth ₹99,000 and may also receive internship opportunities.

About Yuvak Biradari (Bharat)

Yuvak Biradari (Bharat) is a national award-winning social, educational, cultural, and youth movement established on August 9, 1974, with the objective of promoting humanity, national integration, and universal brotherhood (Insaani Biradari).

Inspired by the ideals of the Indian Constitution, Mahatma Gandhi, and Rabindranath Tagore, the organization has worked for more than five decades to promote peace, equality, social justice, education, and cultural development. Its initiatives focus on addressing inequality, poverty, unemployment, discrimination, superstition, and social divisions while advancing the philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam—"The World is One Family."

About Maharashtra National Law University, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (MNLU-CS)

Maharashtra National Law University, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (MNLU-CS) was established under Act No. VI of 2014 by the Government of Maharashtra and commenced academic activities in 2017.

The university has emerged as one of India's leading national law universities. As per its governing statute, the Chief Justice of India (or nominee) serves as the Chancellor, while the Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court serves as the Pro-Chancellor.

About the Jai Jagat Ellora Summit 2026

The Jai Jagat Ellora Summit 2026 seeks to encourage interdisciplinary discussions on constitutional values, sustainable development, governance, technology, peacebuilding, and social transformation. The summit aims to bring together young researchers and future leaders to develop practical policy recommendations and innovative solutions for contemporary global challenges.

Themes

Abstracts are invited on the following broad themes and related topics.

World Peace

• From Conflict to Coexistence: The Role of Youth in Peacebuilding in a Polarised World

• Social Media as a Tool for Peace or Propaganda

Technology, Crime and Gender Justice

• Cyber Violence Against Women: Legal Gaps and the Need for Transformative Justice

• AI Bias and Gender Discrimination: Are Algorithms Fair?

CSR for a Better World

• Beyond Compliance: How Corporates Can Use CSR to Address Unemployment

• CSR and Climate Action: A Framework for Sustainable Corporate Responsibility

• ESG Investing vs. Traditional CSR: Which Model Creates Greater Social Impact?

Environmental Conservation

• Reviving Traditional Water Conservation

• Climate Anxiety Among Youth: Turning Fear into Activism

Self-Reliant Rural India

• Gram Swaraj in the Age of Digital India: Opportunities and Challenges

• Women-Led Self-Help Groups as Drivers of Rural Economic Development

• Startup India in Rural Markets: Bridging the Last-Mile Gap for Atma Nirbhar Bharat

• Directive Principles of State Policy: Unfulfilled Promises or a Roadmap for a Self-Reliant India

Human Values

• Reclaiming Empathy in the Age of Screens

• Lessons from Indian Saints for Building a Compassionate Society

• Beyond Literacy: Transforming Education for a Peaceful and Sustainable Society

Animal Rights, Ecological Balance and Sustainable Coexistence

• Preventing Animal Cruelty in India: Is the Existing Legal Framework Adequate?

• Biodiversity Conservation and Climate Resilience

• Ahimsa and Animal Rights in the Twenty-First Century

Healthy Living

• Mental Health and Human Dignity: A Pathway to Jai Jagat

• Ayushman Bharat at the Crossroads: Achievements, Challenges and Ground Realities in 2026

• Universal Healthcare as a Fundamental Right

Constitutionalism

• Democratic Governance and Accountable Institutions

• Balancing Technological Innovation with Constitutional Rights

• Citizen Participation in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

• Constitutionalism and Global Peace under the Vision of Jai Jagat

Eligibility

The summit is open to students, research scholars, academicians, professionals, and individuals interested in contributing research on the announced themes.

Important Dates

• Last Date for Abstract Submission: July 31, 2026 (11:59 PM) [Extended]

• Last Date for Submission of Final/Working Research Paper: August 5, 2026 (11:59 PM)

Further instructions regarding the final paper will be communicated to shortlisted participants via email.

How to Submit

Interested participants must submit their abstracts through the online application form provided by the organizers. Authors whose abstracts are selected will receive further instructions regarding submission of the full or working research paper.

Prizes

Outstanding participants will receive cash prizes worth a total of ₹99,000, along with exciting internship opportunities.

The prizes are:

• First Prize: ₹25,000

• Second Prize: ₹15,000

• Third Prize: ₹10,000

• Seven Consolation Prizes: ₹7,000 each

Expected Outcomes

The summit aims to achieve the following outcomes:

• Development of youth-focused policy recommendations

• Publication of selected research papers

• Creation of a national youth network

• Promotion of constitutional values, peace, and humanitarian ideals

Why You Should Participate

The Jai Jagat Ellora Summit 2026 offers participants an opportunity to present research before experts, engage in interdisciplinary discussions, compete for substantial cash prizes, build professional networks, secure internship opportunities, and contribute to policy discussions on some of the most pressing legal, constitutional, environmental, and social issues facing India and the world.

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