Call for Chapters: Edited Book on Transforming Labour Jurisprudence in India by NLU Ranchi [Submit by August 15]

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.

About NLU Ranchi

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.

About the Opportunity

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.

Themes

Chapter proposals are invited on themes including, but not limited to, the following.

New Labour Codes

• 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

Social Security and Workers' Welfare

• Provident Fund administration

• Social security for gig and platform workers

• Social security for unorganised workers

• Maternity benefits and workplace welfare

• Gender-responsive labour policies

Workplace Equality and Gender Justice

• 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

Labour Law Reforms and Industrial Relations

• Transition from legacy labour legislation

• Collective bargaining

• Lay-offs, retrenchment and closure

• Industrial dispute resolution

• Definition of "worker" under the Industrial Relations Code

Dispute Resolution

• Conciliation

• Voluntary arbitration

• Industrial Tribunals

• National Industrial Tribunal

• Digitalisation and access to labour justice

Indicative Nature of Themes

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.

Who Can Contribute?

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.

Submission Guidelines

The publication follows a two-stage submission process.

Stage 1: Abstract

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

Stage 2: Full Chapter

Authors whose abstracts are accepted will be invited to submit a 6,000–8,000 word book chapter.

Formatting Guidelines

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.

Important Dates

• 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

Submission Procedure

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.

Contributor Benefits

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.

Contact Details

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

Why You Should Submit

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.