Dr. Puneet Pathak Head Dept. of Law

Contact Info
Dr. Puneet Pathak
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Department of Law, School of Legal Studies, Central University of Punjab Bathinda, Punjab- 151004
Dr. Puneet Pathak

HoD & Associate Professor
Department of Law,
School of Legal Studies
Central University of Punjab
Punjab, India

Qualification

2009                Doctor of Philosophy (D.Phil.), Faculty of Law, University of Allahabad, Allahabad 

2003                UGC-NET (Dec. 2003)

2001-2003       Master of Laws (LL.M.), Banaras Hindu University Varanasi

1999-2000       PG Diploma in Criminology, University of Lucknow, Lucknow.

1996-1999       Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) University of Lucknow, Lucknow.

1993-1996       Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) University of Allahabad, Allahabad. 

1993                Intermediate (XII), U. P. Board (Christian Inter College, Mainpuri, UP)

1991                High School (X), U. P. Board (S. D. Inter College Hasanpur, Mainpuri, UP)

Experience
Teaching Experience:
  • LL.B., B.A. LL.B. Programme
  • LL.M. Programme
  • Ph.D. Programme
Research Experience:
  • 17 years of Teaching and research experience 
Administrative Experience

• Head Department of Law, Central University of Punjab Bathinda (November 2023-Present)
• Nodal Officer, Central University of Punjab for National Youth Parliament organised by Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, Govt. of India. (2023-Present)
• Convener, Human Rights Club, CUPB (2021-Present)
• Coordinator, Competitive Examination Cell, CUPB (2012- 2021)
• Coordinator, Human Rights Programme, CUPB (2014- 2016)
• Programme Advisor, Centre for Law, CUPB (2015-2021)
• Member, IQAC, CUPB (2018 to 2020)
• Member NAAC Team, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda (2016 & 2023)
• Member School Board, School of Legal Studies, CUPB (Since 2013)
• Member, Board of Studies, Department of Law, CUPB (Since 2012)
• Member, Academic & Administrative Committee, Department of Law, CUPB (Since 2012)

Research Area

Human Rights

Research Interests

Constitutional Law, Women and Child Rights, HR in LSG, HR and Environment

Research Grants/Projects
  1. Project Director, Major Research Project funded by National Human Rights Commission, New Delhi, (Title: Promotion of Human Rights in the Rural Local Self Governance: Evidence from Punjab, Haryana and HP, Research Grant:  Rs. 9,31,358) Completed
  2. Project Director, Major Research Project, funded by Mahatma Gandhi National Council of Rural Education in Ministry of Education, Government of India (Title: Women Empowerment through Reservation in Panchayati Raj Institutions: Evidence from Punjab, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh in Post-COVID-19 (Research Grant: Rs. 5,50,000) Completed
  3. Principal Investigator, Minor Research Project funded by Central University of Punjab (Title: Emerging Trend in Transnational Environmental Crime: A Case Study of Illegal Trade, Criminal Activities &Legal Response, Research Grant: Rs. 1,50,000) Completed
  4. Project Co-Director, Minor Research Project funded by ICSSR, New Delhi (An Analysis of the Implementation of Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Amendment Act 2016 in the State of Punjab) (Research Grant: Rs. 4,50,000) Ongoing 
  5. Project Supervisor, Minor Research Project funded by Dr. Ambedkar Chair on Human Rights and Environmental Values (Title: Realizing Human Rights in Rural India: Evidence from Selected Panchayats of Bathinda, Punjab, (Research Grant: Rs. 20,000) Completed

      Grant Received from Government Agencies: 

  1. Certificate Course in Human Rights & Duties under the Scheme of Human Rights Education funded by UGC, New Delhi (Grant Received: Rs. 4,00,000)
  2. Awareness Programmes about Women related Laws, Funded by the National Commission for Women, New Delhi.  (Grant Received: Rs. 3,00,000)
  3. One Day Training Programme on Human Rights on 15 Nov. 2018 Funded by National Human Rights Commission, New Delhi.  (Grant Received: Rs. 50,000)
  4. One Day Training Programme on Human Rights on 20 Dec. 2015 Funded by National Human Rights Commission, New Delhi.  (Grant Received: Rs. 50,000)
Professional Affiliation
Membership of Committee/Societies

• Associate Member of Indian Society of International Law
• Life Member, Indian Political Science Association
• Life Member of Indian Society of Criminology
• Life Member of Indian Society of Victimology
• Life Member of All India Law Teachers Congress
• Life Member, Indian Society of US Law & Policy
• Member, International Society for Environmental Information Science
• Member, IUCN World Commission on Environmental Law (WCEL)
• Membership of Executive Committee of the ACADEMIQUE, BHU Varanasi in 2002-2003 terms.
• Member of Editorial Board: Journal of Humanities and Culture (ISSN 2393 8285)
• Member of Editorial Board: Asian Journal of Human Development and Livelihood, ISSN: 2250-3161.
• Member of Editorial Board: Asian Journal of Advance Studies, ISSN: 2395-4965.
• Member of Local Library Committee, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda. (2013-2015)

Professional Recognition/Awards/Scholarships

• Letter of Commendation for contribution in the process of accreditation of Central University of Punjab by NAAC in 2023.
• Awarded Merit Certificate for the year 2016-2017 for contribution to Competitive Examination Cell, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda on 28 Feb 2017 (08th Foundation Day Celebrations 2017)
• Letter of Commendation for helping in preparation/compilation of SSR Volume II (CH-VI) and Evaluative Report of the Centre for Law, CUPB for NAAC Accreditation.

Research Collaboration

Puneet Pathak (researchgate.net)

‪Puneet Pathak‬ - ‪Google Scholar‬

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0104-3817

Publications
Books Authored

1. Pathak, P. (2021). Refugee and International Humanitarian Law, Eastern Book Company, ISBN 978-93- 90715138
2. Pathak, P. (2021). Human Rights of Women: New Challenges, ABS Books, New Delhi, (Edited Book) ISBN 978-93- 91002-15-2
3. Pathak, P. (2022). Children’s Rights: Challenges and Prospects, ABS Books, New Delhi, (Edited Book) ISBN 978-93- 91002-503
4. Kaur. S., Pathak, P., Kaur, N. (2023). Victimization of Women in Cyber Space: Issues and Challenges Saptrishi Publication, Chandigarh, (Edited Book) ISBN 978-81-19011-81-0

Research Papers Published

1. Shaker, A. H. M., Pathak, P., & Verma, A. (2026). Climate-Responsive E-Waste Management through Strengthening Extended Producer Responsibility: A Legal and Policy Framework. Indian Journal of Environmental Protection, 46(2), 156–164.
2. Pathak, P., Mishra, N., Javeed, R., Kaur, S., Sen, R. K., Riang, S., Nandini, V., & Abhinav, K. (2026). Right to education of children in SAARC nations: Implementation of Article 28 of the Convention on the Rights of the Child, adopted in 1989. Discover Education, 5(1), 185. https://doi.org/10.1007/s44217-026-01204-7
3. Nandini, V., & Pathak, P. (2025). The Judicial Application of the Principle of Best Interests of the Child in India: A Study of Supreme Court Judgments (SSRN Scholarly Paper No. 5839062). Social Science Research Network. https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.5839062
4. Pathak, P., Nandini, V., Yadav, D., Kaur, S., Sen, R. K., & Riang, S. (2025). Realizing human rights in rural Punjab of India: A study of enforcement of selected human rights. Frontiers in Sociology, 10. https://doi.org/10.3389/fsoc.2025.1619603
5. Tripathi, K., Pathak, P., & Nandini, V. (2025). Realizing Human Rights In Rural India: A Study Of Selected Gram Panchayats Of Indian Punjab. IJLLR Journal. https://www.ijllr.com/post/realizing-human-rights-in-rural-india-a-stud…
6. Lal, R., Baeraiya, B., Thakur, R., Gautam, R. K., Narayan, S., Yadav, D., Pathak, P., & Singha, S. (2024). Traditional Knowledge in Drug Development and the Rights of Indigenous Peoples: A Legal and Ethical Perspective. Journal of Drug and Alcohol Research, 13. https://doi.org/10.4303/JDAR/236408
7. Riang, S., Pathak, P., Kaur, S., Kaur, R., Yadav, D., & Narayan, S. (2024). Empowering Women to Combat Drug and Alcohol Issues through Participation in Local Self-Governance: A Study. Journal of Drug and Alcohol Research, 13. https://doi.org/10.4303/JDAR/236299
8. Pathak, P., & Panda, A. (2024). Educational Rights of Children with Incarcerated Parents. Children’s Legal Rights Journal, 44(2), 31. https://lawecommons.luc.edu/clrj/vol44/iss2/3/
9. Pathak, P., & Dash, D. N. (2024). Elected Women Representatives in Local Self-governance: Participation and Challenges. Kashmir Journal of Legal Studies, XI(I), 7–24.
10. Pathak, P. (2023). Realising Human Rights in Rural India through Panchayati Raj Institution. Journal of the National Human Rights Commission, 22, 147–169.
11. Sidiq, S., & Pathak, P. (2023). Right to Inclusive Education of Children with Disabilities: A Study. Army Institute of Law Journal, XVI, 208–222.
12. Sk, R., & Pathak, P. (2023). Public Participation in EIA Process in India: An Analysis of Draft EIA Notification, 2020. NOUN Law Journal, Special Edition on International and Environmental Law, (1), 72–94.
13. Abhinav, K., Pathak, P. (2022). Challenges in Urban Governance in Ensuring Right to Health through Cleanliness. Universitas, 17, 43–58.
14. Patel, K., Shukla, P., & Pathak, P. (2022). Confronting Social Deficit: A Case of Sex Workers in India. M.D.U. Law Journal, XXIX, 130–145.
15. Pathak, P., & Ghosh, A. (2022). Right-Based Approach to Data Protection: An Analysis of Personal Data Protection Bill, 2019. Army Institute of Law Journal, XV, 184–194.
16. Patel, karuna, & Pathak, P. (2021). Decriminalization of Sex Work: An Analysis. M.D.U. Law Journal, XXVII, 29–39.
17. Pathak, P., Ghosh, A., & Sharma, S. (2021). Sexual Abuse of Street Children: A Study. South Asian Law Review Journal, 7, 290–303.
18. Pathak, P. (2020). Street Children: International & National Protective Measures. Commonwealth Law Review Journal, 6, 480–488.
19. Pathak, P. (2017). Working of Competition Commission of India in reference to Anti-competitive Practices: An Analysis. Universitas, 12, 40–57.
20. Jithin, V. J., & Pathak, D. P. (2017). Tribal Rights Looped in Governance of Protected Areas in India. International Journal of Legal Research and Studies, 2(4), 10–14.
21. Pathak, P. (2016). Acceptability of Judicial Activism in India Perspective. International Journal of Law & Legal Jurisprudence Studies, 3(3).
22. Pathak, P. (2016). Redressal Mechanism of Human Rights Violation: International Perspective. Journal of Legal Studies & Research, 2(3), 106–123.
23. Pathak, P. (2016). Social Justice Under Indian Constitution. International Journal of Legal Developments & Allied Issues, 2(3), 33–42.
24. Pathak, P. (2016). International Environmental Crime: A Growing Concern of International Environmental Governance. US-China Law Review, 13(5), 382–398. https://doi.org/10.17265/1548-6605/2016.05.002
25. Pathak, P., & Shrivastava, V. (2016). Post Modern Critique of Human Rights. ARS- Journal of Applied Research and Social Science, 3(9).
26. Pathak, P. (2016). Role of UNEP in Global Environmental Governance. Journal GSD- Green & Sustainable Development, 3(9).
27. Pathak, P. (2015). UNEP as Global Environmental Authority: Debate of upgrading to UNEO. Universitas, 10, 40–57.
28. Pathak, P. (2014). Human Rights Approach to Environmental Protection. OIDA International Journal of Sustainable Development, 7(1), 17–24.
29. Pathak, P. (2012). Access to Internet as Human Right. The Legal Analyst, II(I), 94–98.
30. Pathak, P. (2012). Conceptual Outline of Human Rights in Ancient Indian Literature. Asian Journal of Human Development and Livelihood, 02, 19–23.
31. Pathak, P. (2011). International Measures and Environmental Protection. Asian Journal of Human Development and Livelihood, 1(1), 1–8.
32. Pathak, P. (2011). Women’s Human Rights- A Discussion against Sexual Harassment, Gender Bias and Violence. Dehradun Law Review, 3(1), 90–102.
33. Pathak, P. (2011). Population Dynamics and Environmental Degradation in India. Indian Journal of Humanities, 01, 93–95.
34. Pathak, P. (2011). Human Rights: A Historical Analysis. Asian Journal of Social Science Review, 1(1), 95–98.
35. Pathak, P. (2011). Human Rights of Women: An International Approach. Asian Journal of Social Science Review, 01(01), 99–102.
36. Pathak, P. (2011). Poverty and Deprivation and HR in India. VIDHAN: A Research Journal, 4.
37. Pathak, P. (2011). Right to Potable Water as Human Right: International Perspective. The Legal Analyst, I(2), 76–79.
38. Pathak, P., & Chaturvedi, S. K. (2010). Human Rights Approach to Poverty Reduction Strategies. Chotanagpur Law Journal, 3(3), 136–143.

Chapters in Edited Books

1. Benjamin Kodai Kaje, Abigail Maruphro Kaje, Saurav Narayan, Basona Khatun, Shobhit Raj Pandey, Vandana Gupta, Ujjwal Kumar Verma, D. D. M. I. L. W. Wijerathna & Puneet Pathak, Navigating Waste Management Challenges: An Examination of Barriers and Solutions in Traditional Disposal Methods, p. 121-137, in The Circular Path, Springer, Cham, 2026, ISBN: 978-3-032-05302-2
2. Saurav Narayan, Puneet Pathak, Basona Khatun, Rakesh Choudhary, Michael Troilo, Chandrkant Raj & Viola Vambol, Resource Recovery in Urban Settings: Developing Circular Supply Chains for Sustainable Cities, p. 225-247, in Sustainable Urban Future, Springer Nature, Switzerland, 2025, ISBN: 978-981-95-2976-6
3. Puneet Pathak & Aladdin H.M. Shaker, From Marginalization to Empowerment: The Role of Extended Producer Responsibility in Promoing Gender Equality in India’a E-Waste Sector p. 255-270 in Gender Justice: Contemporary Developments, Law & Justice Publishing Co. 2025
4. Shanti Riang & Puneet Pathak, Women Empowerment through Participation in Local Self Governance: A Study in InnoSustain: Balancing the Interests of Society in the Light of SDGs, Prageet Printers, Ghaziabad, 2024 ISBN: 978-81-971248-2-2
5. Hafsa Khurshid & Puneet Pathak, Access to Internet as a Human Right: An Analysis in Cyber Crimes: Issues Policy Regulation and Developments, Satyam International, New Delhi, 2023, ISBN: 978-93-91345-97-6
6. Puneet Pathak & Dr. Rajinder Kumar Sen, Sahitiya me Manabadikar ki Udbhavna Parampara aur Anushilan p. 114-129 in Indigenous Knowledge System and Ethics in India, Publisher: Raj Publishing House, Jaipur, 2022 ISBN: 978-93-91777-50-0
7. Puneet Pathak & Rahul SK, Drone Based Targeted Killing: A Violation of International Humanitarian Law p. 126-140 in Interdisciplinary Aspects of Law & Technology, Taxmann Publications (P) Ltd. New Delhi, 2022, ISBN: 978-93-56223-89-9
8. Shrita Chhotaray & Puneet Pathak, Educational Rights of Transgender Children: A Study in Children’s Rights: Challenges and Prospects, ABS Books, New Delhi, 2022. ISBN978-93- 91002-503
9. Puneet Pathak & Anwesha Ghosh, Protecting Covid-19 Orphaned Children: A Study in Children’s Rights: Challenges and Prospects, ABS Books, New Delhi, 2022. ISBN978-93- 91002-503
10. Puneet Pathak & Anwesha Ghosh, The Surrogacy (Regulation) Bill, 2020: An Analysis, in Human Reproduction Legal Conflicts and Concerns, Satyam Law International, 2021, ISBN: 978-93- 91345-51-8
11. Puneet Pathak & Roli Singh, Challenges Faced by Women Legal Practitioners: A Study in Human Rights of Women: New Challenges, ABS Books, New Delhi, 2021 ISBN-978-93- 91002-15-2
12. Puneet Pathak & Bharti, Women Empowerment Through Reservation in Local Self Government : A Case Study in Human Rights of Women: New Challenges, ABS Books, New Delhi, 2021 ISBN-978-93- 91002-15-2
13. Puneet Pathak, An Analysis on International Crimes Against Children During Armed Conflict, in Crime against Children: Preventive and Protective Laws, Thomson Reuters, 2021. ISBN- 7893- 9067330-8
14. Puneet Pathak, Dimensions of Judicial Process in Constitutional Adjudication in Judicial Process, Thomson Reuters, 2021. ISBN 978-93- 90673-95-7
15. Puneet Pathak, Problems and Prospects of Legal Education in India, in Development of Higher Education India, S. K. Book Agency, New Delhi 2017. ISBN: 978-93-83-15-878-2
16. Puneet Pathak, Gender Inequality in the Workplace: An overview of the Sexual Harassment Act, 2013 in Women Empowerment in Indian Society, SSDN Publishers and Distributors, New Delhi, 2017. ISBN: 978-93-8357-592-3
17. Dr. H. R. Arora, Dr. Puneet Pathak, Surrogacy: Reproductive Rights or Business, in Proceeding of International Conference, Unistar Books Pvt. Ltd. Chandigarh, 2016. ISBN: 978-93-5113-746-7
18. Puneet Pathak, Human Rights and Climate Change, p. 207-220 in Usha Tandon (Edited) Climate Change- Law, Policy and Governance, Eastern Book Company, 2016 ISBN: 978-93-5145-337-6
19. Puneet Pathak, International Legal Protection of Children in Armed Conflicts, p. 186-208 in Children’s Rights Laws, policies and Practice, Regal Publications New Delhi, 2013. ISBN: 978-81-8484-234-0
20. Ajai Singh & Puneet Pathak, Universal Human Rights: From Concept to Reality, p. 127-140 in Human Rights Contemporary Issues, University Book House (P) Ltd, 2013. ISBN: 978-81-8198-209-4
21. Puneet Pathak, Corruption and Human Rights in India, p. 229-252 in Human Rights, Delhi: APH Publishing Corporation, 2012. ISBN: 978-81-313-1565-1
22. Puneet Pathak, Honour Killing: Redeeming Honour through Violence against Women, in Women Rights: Violence, Human Rights and Empowerment, Global Publishing House (India), Visakhapatnam, 2012. ISBN: 978-93-81563-11-3

Research Guidance
Ph.D. Guidance

1. Jithin VJ. (Ph.D. awarded), Title: Governance of Forest Rights in Protected Areas in India: A Case Study of Parambikulam Tiger Reserve (Awarded in 2020)
2. Shanti Riang (Ph.D. awarded), Title: Participation of Elected Women Representatives in Rural Local Self-Governance: A Study of Sustainable Women Empowerment (Awarded in 2026)
3. Aladdin H.M. Shaker (Ph.D. awarded), Title: Implementing Extended Producer Responsibility for the Regulation of E-Waste in India: A Strategy towards Circular Economy (Awarded in 2026)

LL.M. Dissertation Guidance

1. A Human Rights Approach to Environmental Protection in India (Abhishek Kumar CUP/LL.M.-PhD/SLSG/CEL/2011-2012/04 )
2. National Green Tribunal Act,2010: A Critical Analysis of the Working of the Tribunal from 2010-2013 (Cherry Sharma CUPB/LLM/SLSG/CEL/2013- 14/01)
3. EIA in National Highway Projects in India: Policy, Implementation and Challenges (Nishant Kumar CUPB/LLM/SLSG/CEL/2013- 14/05)
4. Role of Indian Judiciary in Promoting Sustainable Development: A Case Study of Industrial Pollution in India (Shaveta Goyal CUPB/LLM/SLSG/CEL/2013- 14/07)
5. Legal and Policy Framework for maintenance of Ponds as water resources in Punjab: A case study of villages in Sanour Block, Patiala” Alankar Arora, CUPB/LLM/SLSG/CEL/2014-15/05
6. Problems and Prospects Of Street Children: A Socio-Legal Study Of Bathinda City (Seema Sharma, 15llmlaw10)
7. Women Empowerment through Reservation in Local Government: A Case Study of Gram Panchayats of Satnali Block in Mahendergarh District (Bharti, 15llmlaw12)
8. An Analysis of the Monitoring Mechanisms under Right to Education Act, 2009 with Special Reference to the Contribution of NCPCR (Imran Ilahi, 15llmlaw08)
9. Right to Privacy Vis-À-Vis Data Protection in Special Reference to The Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery Of Financial And Other Subsidies, Benefits And Services) Act, 2016 (Nitin Shukla, 16llmlaw03)
10. An Analysis of the Working Of CCI in Reference to Abuse Of Dominant Position in Media and Entertainment Sector During 2009- 2017 (Pratibha Verma, 16llmlaw02)
11. Legal Status Of Refugee In India: A Study of Rohingyas (Vikrant Menanwal, 16llmlaw09))
12. CSR In India: A Comparative Study Of Selective Public And Private Companies Under Section 135 Of Companies Act During 2014-17 (Rambha kumari, 16llmlaw16)
13. Intellectual Property Rights vis-a-vis Competition Law in India (Baljinder Singh, 17llmlaw08)
14. Anti-Competitive Effect Vis-A-Vis Pricing Algorithms on Digital Market (Jaya Somvanshi, 17llmlaw10)
15. Challenges faced by Women Legal Practitioners: A Study (Roli Singh, 17llmlaw05)
16. Legal and Ethical Issues of Surrogacy in India: A Critical Analysis of the Surrogacy (Regulation) Bill, 2019 (Deevanshi Garg, 18llmlaw18)
17. Right to Self-Defense Vis-À-Vis Drone Based Targeted Killing in Counter Terrorism (Rahul SK, 18llmlaw13)
18. Protection of Sex Workers: A Socio-Legal Study” (Karuna Ramesh Patel, 18llmlaw09)
19. Exploration of Institutional Care under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act 2015: A Study (Basona Khatun, 18llmlaw10)
20. Governing Rituals through an Essential Religious Practice Test: An Analysis (Sajida Batool, 18llmlaw04)
21. Suppression of Trafficking in Women in SAARC Nations: Implementation of Article 6 of CEDAW, 1979 (Bisma Afzal,19llmlaw19);
22. Right to Education in SAARC Nations: Implementation of Article 28 of the Convention on the Rights of Child, 1989 (Rabya Javeed,19llmlaw05);
23. Access to Internet as a Human Right: An Analysis of Anuradha Bhasin and Ors. v. Union of India and Ors., AIR 2020 SC 1308 Hafsa Khurshid,19llmlaw20);
24. Public Participation in Decision Making Process: An Analysis of Draft EIA Notification, 2020 (Israil Saikh,19llmlaw16);
25. Digital Privacy: An Analysis of Personal Data Protection Bill, 2019 (Vaishaly,19llmlaw02)
26. Right to Food and Public Distribution System in India: A Study (Md. Asraf Parwez,19llmlaw17)
27. Educational Rights of Children of Incarcerated Parents: A Study (Anshuman Panda, 20llmlaw11)
28. Protection of Children through Foster Care: An Analysis (Naina Catherine Benny, 20llmlaw04)
29. Right to Inclusive Education of Children with Disabilities: A Study (Saima Sidiq, 20llmlaw29)
30. Educational Rights of Transgender: A Study (Shrita Chhotaray, 20llmlaw21)
31. Realizing Right to Health through Village Health Sanitation Nutrition Committee: A Study (Ritesh Pratap Yadav, 21llmlaw34)
32. Challenges Faced by Junior Advocates: A Study of Bathinda District Court (Dilip Kumar, 21llmlaw22)
33. Basic Principles of International Humanitarian Law in Ancient India: A Study of Valmiki Ramayana (Sudhanshu Chaturvedi, 21llmlaw09)
34. Implementation of Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Amendment Act,2016: An Analysis (Parvez Ahmad, 22llmlaw18)
35. Right to Education in BRICS Nations: Implementation Of Article 28 of the Convention on the Rights of Child, 1989 (Neha Mishra, 22llmlaw02)
36. Role of Urban Local Self-Government in Ensuring Right to Health Through Cleanliness: A Study (Kumar Abhinav, 22llmlaw17)
37. Women Empowerment Through Political Participation in Urban Local Self-Governance (Dibya Tiwari, 22llmlaw08)
38. Ensuring Right to Health and Nutrition Through Integrated Child Development Services Scheme: A Study (Km. Nandini Tiwari, 22llmlaw34)
39. Labour Rights of Platform Based Gig Workers In India: A Study (Siddharth Prabhakar, 22llmlaw40)
40. Ensuring Right to Pre-School Education Through Integrated Child Development Service Scheme: A Study (Veena Yadav, 22llmlaw21)
41. CSR Expenditure of Selected Nifty 50 Companies in Advancing SDG-3: An Analysis (Marjina Begum, 23llmlaw25)
42. CSR Expenditure of Selected Nifty 50 Companies in Advancing SDG-4: An Analysis (Kanishka, 23llmlaw34)
43. Child Adoption under Juvenile Justice (Care & Protection of Children) Act 2015: An Anayalys of the Functioning of the Specialised Adoption Agency in District Dehradun (Kiran Pal, 23llmlaw04)
44. Balancing Consumer Privacy and Anti-competitive Practices in Digital Markets: An Analysis (Harsh Raj, 23llmlaw13)
45. Legal Framework of Combi-Micro Insurence: A Comparative Study of selected countries of Latin America and Asia (Shivam Sharma, 23llmlaw57)
46. Protection of Performer's Rights under the Copyright Act of 1957: A Critical Analysis (Navjot Kaur, 23llmlaw58)
47. Role of CCI in Preventing Abuse of Dominance in India's Media and Entertainment Sector: A Study (Divya Rani, 23llmlaw11)
48. Digital Deception on Consumer Trust Through Misleading Health Advertisements (Ritik Kumar, 23llmlaw09)

Conference/ Workshops/Seminars Attended

Research Paper Presented
1. Presented a Paper titled “Strengthening Legal Aid: The Role of Para-legals in Child Care Institutions under Juvenile Justice Act, 2015” at ICSSR Sponsored National Seminar on The Role of Para and Paralegal Studies in Legal Empowerment held at the Dept of Law, Central University of Punjab, on 19th March 2025
2. Presented a Paper titled“Climate Change, Food Security and Tribal Sovereignty: A Legal Examination of Rights” in WCP Nepal- 3rd Annual Conference 2025 on Climate Change and Trede Sustainabilty in South Asia, organised by the Kathmandu University School of Management, Nepal held on January 11 & 12, 2025
3. Presented a Paper titled “Advancing Economic and Social Rights through Rural Local Self-Governance: A Study”, in 61st All India Political Science Conference and International Seminar on “Viksit Bharat@2047” held at in Maharaja Ganga Singh University, Bikaner (Rajasthan) on 18th - 19th October 2024.
4. Presented a Paper titled “Impact of Environmental Crime on Indigenous People: An Analysis”, in First International Conference on Criminology & Criminal Justice, held on October 3& 4, 2024 organised by the Department of Criminology, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Gangodawila, Nugegoda, Colombo, Sri Lanka
5. Presented a Paper titled “Women Empowerment in Rural Local Self-Governance in India” in Two Days National Seminar on Rights to Health: Problems and Future Prospects held on 19-20 February 2023 organized by VSSD College, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh.
6. Presented a Paper titled “Effect of Polygamy on Women’s Human Rights: A Study”, at the International Conference on Human Rights: Past, Present and Future dated 10 & 11 December 2022, organized by the Department of Law, University of Allahabad, Allahabad.
7. Presented a Paper titled “Mandatory Pre-litigation Mediation in Commercial Matters - A Comparative Analysis of India and Turkey” at the International Conference on ADR Mechanism & Procedures held on May 8, 2022 organised by School of Law, Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Hyderabad.
8. Presented a Paper titled “Victimization of Women with Special Reference to Cyberstalking” in Virtual International Conference on 'Women Rights in Developing Countries: Issues and Challenges' organized on May 15, 2022 organized by Simbiosis Law School, Nagpur.
9. Presented a Paper titled “Right to Education of Children with Disabilities: From Special to Inclusive” in International Conference on Militancy & HR: Issues and Challenges held on 04 and 05 April 2022 organised by Mangalayatan University, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh
10. Presented a Paper titled “Drone Based Targeted Killing: A Violation fo International Humanitarian Law” in International Conference on Interdisciplinary Aspects of Law and Technology held on 28 and 29 December 2021 organised by SOL, G D Goenka University, Gurgaon.
11. Presented a Paper titled “COVID-19 Orphaned Children in India: A Study” in National Seminar on Transition of Exclusive and Inclusive Practices of Child Protection and Promotion: A Multidisciplinary Approach organized by Government Law College, Kozhikode, Kerala (20 November 2021)
12. Presented a Paper titled “Climate Change and Right to Health: An Analysis” in National Conference on Climate Change and Disaster Management jointly organised by National Institute of Disaster Management, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, New Delhi & Christ Delhi (4 - 6 October 2021)
13. Presented a Paper titled “Abuse of Street Children: An Explorative Study” through Virtual Mode 30 March 2021 in 21st International Conference on Multidisciplinary Research, Fairmont Makati, Philippines.
14. Presented a Paper titled “Physical Abuse of Street Children: A Study” through Virtual Mode 14 June 2021 in National Multidisciplinary Academic Research Conference.
15. Presented a Paper titled “Gender Equality in South Asia: Problems and Prospects” in National Seminar on Realizing Sustainable Development Goals through Gender Equality , organised by Govt, Law College, Churu Rajasthan. (8 March 2021)
16. Presented a Paper titled “Women & Indian Constitution: Progress and Challenges” in NCW funded National Seminar organised by Internal Complaint Committee, Guru Nanak College, Sri Muktsar Sahib, Punjab. (26 February 2020).
17. Presented a Paper titled “Legal Rights and Remedies available to Women in NRI Marriages Disputes” in National Seminar on Impact of the Mental Health of Women aggrieved on account of various issues involved in NRI Marriages 8 & 9 August 2019 organized by Mata Sahib Kaur Girls college Talwandi Sabo
18. Presented a Paper titled “Sustainable Growth and Competition Policy: A Case of Abuse of Dominant Position in India” in ICSSR sponsored National Conference on Sustainable Management Practices: Trends Issues and Challenges, organized by Dept. of Economic Studies CUPB, 01-02 November 2018.
19. Presented a Paper titled “Right to Privacy and the AADHAAR (Targeted delivery of Financial and other subsidies, benefits and services) Act, 2016: An Analysis” in National Seminar on Changing Dimension of the Right to Privacy in India organized by Faculty of Law, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, 25th March, 2018.
20. Presented a Paper titled “Corporate Social Responsibility in India: Critical Analysis of CSR Expenditure of Selective Public Companies” in National Seminar on Financial and Economic Regulations in India: Various Ramifications organized by Faculty of Law, MDU Rohtak on 18th February, 2018.
21. Presented a Paper titled “Critical Analysis of Right to Privacy as Fundamental Rights” in National Conference on Law and Social Transformation organized by University School of Law, Rayat-Bahra University on 21th November, 2017.
22. Presented a Paper titled “GST Impact on Centre-State Fiscal Relation under Indian Constitution” in National Conference on GST and other Financial Reforms Post Liberalization organized by Asia Pacific Institute of Management, Noida on 14th October, 2017.
23. Presented a Paper titled “Right to Health and Environmental Protection in India” in National Seminar on Human Rights and Duties Education organized by Dept. of law, Chaudhary Devi Lal University, Sirsa on 27-28 September 2017.
24. Presented a Paper titled “Children’s Rights Violations during Armed Conflict” in National Seminar on Challenges to Human Security in 21st Century organized by Army Institute of law, Mohali on 16 September 2017.
25. Presented a Paper titled “Drug Addiction in Punjab: Socio-legal Perspective” in NISD, New Delhi Sponsored Regional Seminar on Socio-legal and other Challenges for the Prevention of Drug Abuse in India: Existing Approaches & Agenda of Reforms organized by Central University of Punjab, Bathinda on August 24-25, 2017.
26. Presented a Paper titled “Farmers Suicides, Human Rights and Agrarian Crisis in India” in the ICSSR Sponsored National Seminar on Agricultural Crises and Farmer’s Distress in Punjab on 10 March, 2017 organized by DAV College, Bathinda
27. Presented a Paper titled “Promotion of Human Rights and Duties Education” in the UGC Sponsored National Seminar on Human Rights and Duties Education organized by Department of Political Science, Guru Nanak Dev University Amritsar on March 4-5, 2017.
28. Presented a Paper titled “Gender Justice and India’s Obligation under International Instruments” in the UGC Sponsored National Seminar on Women Sensitization for Promoting Solutions—A Strategy for inclusive Growth organized by SSD Girls’ College, Bathinda on March 4, 2017.
29. Presented a Paper titled “FGM: Need to Break the Silence” in National Seminar on Social Justice: Politico Legal Milieu on March 02, 2016 organized by Centre for Law, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda.
30. Presented a Paper titled “Gender Inequality in the Workplace” in ICSSR sponsored National Seminar on Gender Equality and Sustainable Development on February 21-22, March 2016 organized by Centre for Education, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda.
31. Presented a Paper titled “Redressal Mechanism of Human Rights Violation” in National Seminar on International Human Rights Law: Prospects and Challenges on 20 February, 2016 organized by RGNUL, Patiala.
32. Presented a Paper titled “Legal Education in India: Challenged and Opportunities” in ICSSR sponsored National Conference on Education for Sustainable Development on February 04-05, 2016 organized by Centre for Education, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda.
33. Presented a Paper titled “Constitutional Provisions: Indian Federalism” in National Seminar on Emerging Pattern of Indian Federal System” on January 14-15, 2016 organized by Dept. of Political Science, Bhagat Phool Singh Mahila Vishwavidyalaya, Sonepat
34. Presented a Paper titled “Human Rights and Women Anti- Harassment Laws in India” in International Conference on Empowering Women, Empowering Humanity on December 11-12, 2015 organized by Women Studies Centre, Punjabi University Patiala.
35. Presented a Paper titled “Human Rights and Counter-Terrorism” in International Seminar on Human Rights, Civil Society and the Changing Facets of Terrorism on November 21, 2015 organized by Geeta Institute of Law, Panipat.
36. Presented a Paper titled “Human Rights and Climate Change: Issues & Challenges in Himalayan Region” in National Conference “Himalayan Studies Conference- 2015” on November 04-05, 2015 organized by Institute of Integrated Himalayan Studies, Himachal Pradesh University Shimla.
37. Presented a Paper titled “Justice for Victim in International Perspective” in International Conference on Victim Compensation and Restorative Justice on November 23, 2015 organized by RGNUL, Patiala.
38. Presented a Paper titled “Religion and Law in Indian Society” in South Asian History Conference on October 16-18, 2015 organized by Punjabi University, Patiala.
39. Presented a Paper titled “Linking Corruption and Human Rights” in International Conference on “Contemporary Issues and Challenges of Human Rights in the Era of Globalization” on August 2-3, 2014 organised by Gujarat Law Society, Ahmedabad.
40. Presented a Paper titled “Environmental Movements in India: Issues and Concerns” in National Seminar on Water and Biodiversity: Issues and Challenges organised by DDM Sai Law College Hamirpur. (30 - 31 May, 2014)
41. Presented a Paper titled “Climate Change and Human Rights” in International Conference on Mitigation of Climate Change: Law, Policy and Governance" organised by Campus Law Centre, University of Delhi, Delhi. (25 - 27 April, 2014)
42. Presented a Research Paper titled “Human Rights Approach to Climate Change Regime” in International Conference on Mitigating Climate Change with special reference to Developing Countries (28-30 March 2014) organized by Ram Manohar Lohia National Law University, Lucknow.
43. Presented a Research Paper titled “International Environmental Crime: Problems and Prospects” in 37th All India Criminology Conference of Indian Society of Criminology (28 Feb.-02 March, 2014) organized by Rajeev Gandhi National University of Law, Patiala.
44. Presented a Research Paper titled “Human Right Approach to Environmental Protection” in International Conference on Sustainable Development (04-05 Dec. 2013) organized by RGNUL, Patiala in collaboration with OIDA, Toronto, Canada.
45. Presented a Research Paper titled “The Human Right to Health” in National Seminar on "Human Rights, Equality and Health: Role Of states and the Citizens" (25th March, 2013) organized S.G.G.S. Khalsa College, Mahilpur (Hoshiarpur).
46. Presented a Research Paper titled “Inclusive and Qualitative Expansion of Higher Education in India” in National Seminar on Emerging Policy Regime in Indian Higher Education on 18-19 February 2013 organized by Department of Education, Punjabi University Regional Centre, Bathinda.
47. Presented a Paper on titled “India’s International Human Rights Obligations” in National Seminar on Emergence of Modern Society: Rule of Law on 3-4 November 2012 organized by Department of Law, Punjabi University, Patiala.
48. Presented a Paper titled “Environmental and Health Impact of Genetically Modified Foods” in National Seminar on Emerging Environmental Issues: Legislative & Judicial Approach on 22-23 October 2012 organized by Department of Law, Punjabi University Regional Centre, Bathinda.
49. Presented a Paper titled “Freedom of Expression on the Internet” in National Seminar on Emerging Dimension of Law in 21st Century held on 27 September 2012 organized by Department of Law, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar.
50. Presented a Paper titled “Evolution of Human Rights in India” in National Seminar on Human Rights, Indian Constitution and Judicial Approach, held at Swami Shukdevanand Law College, Shahjahanpur, U.P. on 17 & 18 Dec. 2011
51. Presented a Paper titled “Human Rights under Indian Constitution” in National Seminar on Human Rights: Issues and Various Dimensions held at Karmakhetra Post Graduate College, Etawah on 25-26 November 2011.
52. Presented a Paper titled “Human Values & Human Rights” in National Seminar on Human Values & Human Rights held at Agra College, Agra on 30 March 2011.
53. Presented a Paper titled “Human Rights of Women: International Perspective” in National Seminar on Gender Equality: Human Rights perspective, held at SRSM Mahavidyalaya, Bareilly, 20-21 December 2010.
54. Presented a Paper titled “Terrorism and Human Rights in India” in National Seminar on Terrorism in India: Challenges and Solution held at M.G.K.V.P. Varanasi, 25-26 February 2007.
55. Presented a Paper titled “Violence against Women: Obstacle in Human Rights of Women” in National Seminar on Women’s Rights as Human Rights: Obstacle and Opportunities sponsored by UGC held at Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya, Varanasi on 20-21 Feb. 2003.

Conference/ Workshops/Seminars Organised

1. Organised 17th NYP National Youth Parliament organised by Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, Govt. of India (National-Level Competition) at Central University of Punjab on 10th September 2025.
2. Organised 17th NYP National Youth Parliament organised by Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, Govt. of India (Group-Level Competition) at Central University of Punjab on 25th September 2025.
3. Organised Nyay Nityam 2.0 (Law Fest’25) as Head, Department of Law from 14-16 November 2025.
4. Organised Nyay Nityam (Law Fest’24) as Head, Department of Law from 03-05 May 2024.
5. Organised the Parliament of India Visit for the winning team (CU Punjab) of 16th National Youth Parliament on 16th February 2024.
6. Organized One Day Basic Training Programme on Human Rights on 15 November 2018 in the Auditorium of the Central University of Punjab, Bathinda Funded by NHRC, New Delhi. (Trained 115 Participants)
7. Organized Two Days Awareness Programme about Women related Laws in SSD Girls College, Bathinda on 23th and 24th December 2016, Funded by National Commission for Women, New Delhi. (Trained Approx. 140 Participants, Target Group: Girls students & School teachers)
8. Organized Two Days Awareness Programme about Women related Laws on 27 & 28 August 2016, Funded by National Commission for Women, New Delhi. (Trained Approx. 135 Participants, Target Group: Women Representatives of Panchayat, Bathinda)
9. National Seminar on Social Justice: Politico Legal Milieu organised by Centre of Law, CUPB on March 2, 2016.
10. Organized Two Days Awareness Programme about Women related Laws on 08 & 09 March 2016, Funded by National Commission for Women, New Delhi. (Trained Approx. 110 Participants, Target Group: Students & Faculty Members of Universities and colleges)
11. Organized One Day Training Programme on Human Rights on 20 Dec. 2015 Funded by National Human Rights Commission, New Delhi. (Trained 109 Participants)
12. Organised Human Rights Awareness Camp in Village Jiwan Singh Wala, Distract Bathinda on 03 September, 2015.
13. Organised Educational Tour to Visit Kalibanga: An archaeological site of Indus Valley Civilization on Date: 01 October, 2015.
14. Organised Human Rights Awareness Camp in City Campus of the Central University of Punjab, Bathinda on 10 December, 2015.
15. Organised Poster Making Competition on theme: Switch Bharat Abhiyan in City Campus of the Central University of Punjab, Bathinda on 10 November, 2015.
16. Organized a Discussion Session and Human Rights Quiz” in Seminar Hall, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda on Human Rights Day, 10 December 2015. (Event Coordinator)
17. Organized an Extension Activities under Human Rights Programme to visit Vridh Ashram, Bathinda (Old Age Home) and Children’s Home, Bathinda on 09 May, 2015)
18. Organized Human Rights Awareness Camp in Village: Gurthadi, Bathinda 17 May, 2015)
19. Organized a Discussion Session on the theme “Human Rights of Homemaker: Will a price tag help empowerment of Women” in Seminar Hall, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda on Human Rights Day, 10 December 2014. (Event Coordinator)
20. Organized a Poster Exhibition on the theme “Human Rights of Homemakers” in Central University of Punjab, Bathinda on Human Rights Day 10 December 2014. (Event Coordinator)
21. Organized a Discussion Session and Poster Exhibition on Human Rights Day (10 December 2013) in Seminar Hall, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda. (Event Coordinator)

Invited Talks/ Resource Person
<h5>Keynote Address/Chaired Session/ Special Lecture delivered</h5>
1. Delivered a Guest Lecture on Women's Safety in India in ICSSR-sponsored National Seminar at DAV College Bathinda on 28th March 2026.
2. Delivered a Guest Lecture on Philosophical Foundation of Research in FDP organised by Malyiya Mission Teacher Training Centre, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda on 06th March 2026
3. Delivered a Guest Lecture on Fundamentals of Research at RGNUL, Patiala on 21st February 2026.
4. Constitutional Values and the Role of Educators in National Building organized by the Malyiya Mission Teacher Training Centre, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar on 02 Feb. 2026.
5. Online Extra Mural Lecture on Human Rights and Drug Abuse organised by Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda on 19 January 2026
6. Delivered an expert lecture on Mental Health and Human Rights Framework in the National Seminar, Right to Mental Health: Bridging Gaps in Access, Awareness and Advocay at Guru Kashi University, Talwandi Sabo (Bathinda) on 05th – 06th December 2025.
7. Deliver an expert talk on Various Law Studies in PM Shri GSSS Tungwali Bathinda on 27 September 2025
8. Participated in a discussion of the Joint Parliamentary Committee Meeting on ‘One Nation, One Election’ organised on 17 June 2025 in Chandigarh, Punjab.
9. Delivered a lecture as Resource person on “Cyber Security Integration and Action Planning” during the Short Term Programme organized by the Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre (MMTTC), HNB Garhwal University on 21 May 2025.
10. Chaired a Session at the ICSSR-sponsored National Seminar on India's March Towards Viksit Bharat@2047 organised by Central University fo Punjab Bathinda on 6 March 2025
11. Deliver a lecture on “Theoretical Framework in Research” as Resource Person in the One Week Workshop on Research Methodology on the 27th February 2025, organized by Chaudhry Ranbir Singh Institute of Social and Economic Change, MDU, Rohtak.
12. Chaired a Session as a resource person at the International Conference on Navigating the future: Ethics, Regulations and Sustainability in the Age of Artificial Intelligence on 22- 23 February 2025 at Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab
13. Delivered two lecture on "Introducation to HR & Institutional Mechanism to protect HR, organized by the Malyiya Mission Teacher Training Center, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar on 07 Feb. 2025
14. Delivered a lecture on Making of Indian Constitution and Constitutional Values in PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 3, AFS Bathinda on 31 January 2025
15. Keynote Speaker: "Human Rights in the Age of Globalization: Challenges and Opportunities" in the Seminar on Human Rights Day, organized by Institute of Legal Studies Shri Ramswaroop Memorial University, Lucknow, on 10 December 2024.
16. Delivered an expert talk on 75 Years of the Indian Constitution, organized by the Human Resource Development Cell, Guru Kashi University, Talwandi Sabo, Punjab, on 23 November 2024.
17. Delivered a lecture on "Introduction of Human Rights, History and Evolution of Human Rights" on August 31, 2024, in the Certificate Course on Human Rights and Justice, organized by the CASIHR, RGNUL, Patiala.
18. Lecture as a resource person on 'Human Rights, Gender Equality and Educational Policy & Curriculum' in 5-Day Online Faculty Development Program on Education for Sustainable Development: A Pathway Towards Viksit Bharat, 09 July 2024 organized by Amity Institute of Education Amity University Kolkata.
19. Lecture as Chief Guest in National Seminar on Intellectual Property Rights: Issues, Challenges and Perspectives on 07 April 2024, organized by Dept. of Law. Tantia University, Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan
20. Lecture as Keynote Speaker in ICSSR-Sponsored National Seminar on E-commerce and Legal Literacy: Bridging the Gap for Indian Consumers, 15th March 2024, Amritsar Law College, Amritsar.
21. Guest Lecture on ‘Mera Pehla Vote Desh Ke Liye’, 14th March 2024, Baba Farid College of Engineering and Technology, Deon, Bathinda, Punjab
22. Special Lecture on National Legal Services Day, 10th November 2023, Guru Kashi University, Talwandi Sabo
23. Keynote speaker in Semianr on Vanavil K. Ravi ka Sahitya: Vividh Aayam, 20-21 October 2023, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda
24. Rights of Women in India in National Seminar on 7th October 2023 Shri Sanatan Dharam Girls’College, Bathinda, Punjab
25. Chaired a Paper Presentation session in the two-day UCOST Sponsored National Conference organized by Law College Dehradun, Faculty of Uttaranchal University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand from 22- 23 September 2026.
26. Guest Lecture during one-day training programme on Human Rights at Government Rajindra College Bathinda on 05 September 2023 organized by MGSIPA, Regional Centre, Bathinda.
27. Delivered Guest lecture as Resource Person on the topic “workshop on POSH & POCSO Act for the teaching staff of Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV No. 4) Bathinda Cantt. on 30 November 2022.
28. Invited talk on “Human Rights Movement: Challenges and Prospects” organised by Institute Innovation Cell, HNB Garhwal University Srinagar, Garhwal Uttarakhand on 22 December 2021.
29. Delivered Guest lecture as Resource Person on the topic “Parliamentary Procedure” during Three days Training Programme on Women in Politics on 02 December 2021 organized by MGSIPA, Regional Centre, Bathinda
30. Guest Lecture on “Human Rights Approach to Environmental Protection” organised by Amritsar Law College, Amritsar (05 June 2021);
31. Delivered guest lecture on Migrant Women Workers: Challenges to implementation/ Analysing Grassroot Impact of Law and Policy Measures in NCW funded National Seminar organised by Dr Virendra Swarup Institute of Professional Studies, Kanpur, UP on 11 November 2020
32. Delivered a guest lecture on the topic “Right based approach to Environmental Protection” in National Seminar on Environmental Protection: Constitutional, Legal and Regulatory Measures” on 04 March 2020 organised by Tantia University, Sri Ganganagar.
33. Delivered Guest lecture as Resource Person on the topic “Introduction to Human Rights” during the One Day Training Programme funded by NHRC on 18 February 2020 organized by the Department of Law, HNB Garhwal University Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand.
34. Delivered Guest lecture as Resource Person on the topics Women’s Rights relating to Marriage and Divorce during NCW funded Legal Awareness Programme on Women’s Rights on 15 January 2020 organized by Punjabi University Regional Centre, Bathinda
35. Delivered guest lecture on the topic “Time Management” during Training Programme for Government Employees at DC Office, Bathinda on 27th November, 2019 organized by Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration, Regional Centre, Bathinda.
36. Delivered guest lecture on the topic “Professional and Personal Development” during Training Programme for Government Employees at Dunes Club, Bathinda on 21th August, 2019 organized by Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration, Regional Centre, Bathinda.
37. Delivered guest lecture on the topic “Legal Issues relating to NRI Marriages” during NCW funded National Conference on Mental Health of Women aggrieved on Account on various Issues involved in NRI Marriages on 8th August, 2019 organized by Mata Sahib Kaur Girls College Talwandi Sabo, Bathinda.
38. Delivered two Guest lectures as Resource Person on the topics: Role of Judiciary in Protection of Consumer; Landmark Judgements on Consumer Protection during Three days Training Programme for Government Employees at Conference Hall, Muncipal Corporation Office, Mansa, Punjab on 12th July 2019 organized by Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration, Regional Centre, Bathinda
39. Delivered two Guest lectures as Resource Person on the topics: Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015; Role of Judiciary to Eliminate Child Labour in India during Training Programme for Government Employees at Conference Hall, Municipal Corporation Office, Moga, Punjab on 12th June 2019 organized by MGSIPA, Regional Centre, Bathinda.
40. Delivered a Guest lecture as Resource Person on the topic Human Rights in India: Politico- Legal Perspective on 3rd June 2019 in Two Week National Interdisciplinary Workshop on “Understanding Indian Politics and Economy in 21st Century” organised by TCL, PMMMNMTT, CUPB sponsored by MHRD.
41. Delivered a Guest lecture as Resource Person on the topic Implementation of Nagoya Protocol and India on 17th March 2019 Two Days Regional Workshop on Strengthening Human Resources, Legal Frameworks and Institutional Capacities to Implement Nagoya Protocol on March 16-17, 2019 funded by UNEP at Central University of Punjab, Bathinda
42. Delivered a Guest lecture as Resource Person on the topic Right to Information Act, 2005: Issues and Challenges during Training Programme on RTI for University Students at Seminar Hall, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda on 1st March 2019 organized by MGSIPA, Regional Centre, Bathinda.
43. Delivered two Guest lectures as Resource Person on the topics Right to Information Act, 2005 (Part-I); Right to Information Act, 2005 (Part- II) during Training Programme on RTI for law Students at Bathinda Law College, Bathinda on 22nd February 2019 organized by MGSIPA, Regional Centre, Bathinda.
44. Delivered two Guest lectures as Resource Person on the topics Right to Information Act, 2005 (Part-I); Right to Information Act, 2005 (Part- II) during Training Programme for Government Employees at DC Office, Bathinda on 31st January, 2019 organized by MGSIPA, Regional Centre, Bathinda.
45. Delivered two Guest lectures as Resource Person on the topics Right to Information Act, 2005 (Part-I); Right to Information Act, 2005 (Part- II) during Training Programme for Government Employees at Corporation Meeting Hall, Talwandi Sabo on 18th December, 2018 organized by MGSIPA, Regional Centre, Bathinda.
46. Delivered Guest lectures as Resource Person on the topics Right to Information Act, 2005 (Part-I); Right to Information Act, 2005 (Part- II) during Training Programme for Government Employees at MGSIPA Meeting Hall, Bathinda on 29th November, 2018 organized by MGSIPA, Regional Centre, Bathinda.
47. Delivered a Guest lecture as Resource Person on the topic “Rights of Women and Children” in NHRC Training Programme on 30 October 2018. Department of Law, HNB Garhwal University (A Central University), SRT Campus, Badshahithaul, Tehri, Uttarakhand.
48. Delivered Guest lectures as Resource Person on the topics An Overview of Motor Vehicle Act, 1988 (Part-I); An Overview of Motor Vehicle Act, 1988 (Part- II) during 12-days Induction Training Programme for Newly-Appointed Government Employees at Corporation Meeting Hall, District Firozpur on 17th October, 2018 organized by MGSIPA, Regional Centre, Bathinda.
49. Delivered Guest lecture as Resource Person on the topic “An overview of Motor Vehicle Act, 1988” in 12-days Induction training programme at Corporation Meeting Hall Sri Muktsar Sahib, on dated 24th August, 2018 organized by MGSIPA, Regional Centre, Bathinda
50. Delivered Guest lecture as Resource Person on the topic “Urban Local Self Government in India and Municipality Act” in 12-days Induction training programme at Corporation Meeting Hall Sri Muktsar Sahib, on dated 24th August, 2018 organized by MGSIPA, Regional Centre, Bathinda
51. Participated in Penal Discussion on “Relevancy of Philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi in Modern Times” dated 23rd August, 2018 organized by Central University of Punjab, Bathinda in Seminar Hall, Academic Block, CUPB
52. Conducting a training session on “Communication Skill” in Induction training Programme for School Teachers on dated 23rd August 2018 organized by Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration, Regional Centre, Bathinda
53. Delivered two Guest lectures as Resource Person on the topic “An overview of Motor Vehicle Act” in 12-days Induction training programme at Corporation Meeting hall Moga, on dated 05th July 2018 organized by MGSIPA, Regional Centre, Bathinda
54. Delivered Guest lecture as Resource Person on the topic “Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013” in Induction training programme at SDM Office, Meeting hall Fazilka, on dated 15th May 2018 organized by MGSIPA, Regional Centre, Bathinda
55. Delivered Guest lecture as Resource Person on the topic “Challenges in Implementation of the Sexual Harassment Law” in Induction training programme at SDM Office, Meeting hall Fazilka, on dated 15th May 2018 organized by Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration, Regional Centre, Bathinda
56. Chaired a Technical Session in National Seminar on "GST: A Beacon of Hope for India- Issues & Challenges” on 9th April, 2018 organized by P.G. Department of Commerce & Management, DAV College, Bathinda.
57. Delivered Special lecture as Resource Person in Punjabi University Regional Centre Bathinda on the topic “Right to Information Act, 2005” in a training programme organized by Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration 26 September 2017.
58. Delivered Special lecture in Guru Nanak College for Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib on 12 April 2017 on the topic "Women Related Laws and Gender Equality", organized by Women Anti-Harassment Cell, Guru Nanak College, Sri Muktsar Sahib, Punjab.
59. Delivered Special lecture as Resource Person in Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration on the topic “Human Rights of Other Vulnerable Group” in a training programme on Human Rights funded by NHRC on 26 September 2016.
60. Delivered Special lecture as Resource Person in International Conference on Human Rights in India: A Multi-Faceted Aspect on 27- 28 February 2016 organized by DAV College, Abohar.
61. Chaired the Technical Session in International Conference on Human Rights in India: A Multi-Faceted Aspect on 27- 28 February 2016 organized by DAV College, Abohar.
62. Extension Lecture delivered in Guru Nanak College for Girls, Sri Muktsar Sahib on 11 February, 2016 on the topic "Women Anti-Harassment Act & Human Rights and Duties", organized by Women Anti-Harassment Cell, Guru Nanak College, Sri Muktsar Sahib, Punjab.
63. Delivered Keynote address in National Seminar on "Human Rights, Equality and Health: Role of states and the Citizens" on 25th March, 2013 organized by P.G Department of Political Science of S.G.G.S. Khalsa College, Mahilpur (Hoshiarpur).
64. Lecture delivered as Resource Person in Indian Law Institute, New Delhi on the topic “Convention on Biological Diversity and Cartagena Protocol” on 31-01-2013.
65. Delivered Faculty Seminar on the topic “International Human Rights law: From Conceptualization to Realization” conducted by the Central University of Punjab, Bathinda on 01 February 2013 in the Seminar Hall, CUPB.
66. Lecture delivered on the Higher Education System in India, UGC-NET Class, Competitive Examination Cell, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda.
67. Lecture delivered on Environmental Protection and Policy Resolution/ Environmental Issues (UGC-NET Class, Environmental Science and Geography), Competitive Examination Cell, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda.
68. Delivered various Lectures in Certificate Course in Human Rights and Duties in CUPB during three batches of CCHRD: Concept of HR: Historical Development (28.02.2015), Nature & Classification of Human Rights (07.03.2015), Human Rights: International Norms-II (14.03.2014), Human Rights and Fundamental Rights (21.03.2015), Excellence in Life (21.03.2015), Human Rights: International Enforcement Mechanism (28.03.2015), Time Management of Life (11.04.2015), Human Rights and Criminal Justice System in India (18.04.2015), National Human Rights Commission (23.05.2015), Introduction of Human Rights (29.08.2015), Nature & Classification of HR (19.09.2015), Human Rights: International Norms-I (26.09.2015), Excellence in Life (17.10.2015), Human Rights: Enforcement Mechanism (24.10.2015), HR of Women: Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Protection & Redressal) Act, 2013 (31.10.2015), HR of Women: Protection of Women from the Domestic Violence Act, 2005 (31.10.2015), Human Rights & Social Movement in India (07.11.2015).
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CONTRIBUTION TOWARD INSTITUTIONAL BUILDING

  • Secured 40th rank in the Law Category for the Department of Law (as HoD) in NIRF Ranking 2025. 
  • Introduced two programmes: UG 5-year integrated B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) and PG Diploma in IPR. 
  • Prepared Report of the Department of Law for NAAC SSR (2023). 
  • Contributed towards the building of the Central University of Punjab as working since 2012 (initial years of its establishment) by making various policies of the University, helping in the establishment of new departments, starting certificate course to aware students and people local about their rights, organised awareness camps in rural areas in order to provide free legal aid, started the celebration of important days in the university, organised various training programmes with the help of University Grant Commission, National Commission for Women and National Human Rights Commission. 
  • Prepared proposal to be submitted to NCTE for the recognition of M. Ed. Course in Department of Education, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda. Member of the committee during an inspection by the NCTE team. 
  • As a coordinator of the Competitive Examination Cell, CUPB from 2012 to 2021 help students qualify for various competitive examinations by running classes on Friday and Saturday. 
  • Prepared Criteria VI of NAAC Report and the Report of the Department of Law for NAAC SSR (2016). 
  • Officiating in charge of the Centre for Environmental Law and Department of Law, the Central University of Punjab on various occasions since 2013.
  • Member, Committee to Prepare Policy Guidelines for Organizing Workshop/Seminar/Conference/Cultural Programme/Commemorative Day etc., CUPB, Member of various committees for checking of documents of candidates for interviews of the teaching and Non- teaching position in the Central University of Punjab, Bathinda, Member of Assist Verification Committee, CUPB, Performed various duties during foundation week, annual Sports and athletic Meet and other programmes in Central University of Punjab, Bathinda since 2012. 
Community Participation
​​Coordinator National Youth Parliament (CUPB)
Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs FelicitatesWinners of 16th National Youth Parliament Competition, 2019-20 for Universities/Colleges The Central University of Punjab, Bathinda Bags First Place Posted On: 16 FEB 2024 10:03PM by PIB Delhi The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs today organised Prize Distribution Function of the 16th National Youth Parliament Competition, 2019-20 for Universities/Colleges at GMC Balayogi Auditorium, Parliament House Complex, New De
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Curricular Development
Design New Courses: Refugee Law (PG- 2019), Protection and Enforcement of HR in India (PG- 2015), Humanitarian Law (PG- 2019), Human Rights: Emerging Issues (Ph. D.- 2017), International Human Rights Law (PG- 2015), Design new Curricula-CCHRD
e-Content Development
Developed e-Content for various LL.M. Course on OPEN edxStudio
Post: SCC Online Human Rights Day, 2022 (https://www.scconline.com/blog/post/2022/12/10/human-rights-day-2022/)
Other Significant Achievements

Orientation/Refresher/Capacity BuildingCourse attended


  • Participated in Two Week Online Workshop on ‘Effective Teaching in Online Environment’ organized by Ed Expert, Mumbai (01 June 2020 to 11 June 2020)

  • Two Weeks Faculty Development Programme on " Managing Online Classes and Co-creating MOOCs” from APRIL 20 to May 06, 2020, organized by Ramanujam College, University of Delhi.

  • ICSSR Sponsored Capacity Building Programme for Social Science Faculty (10th – 21st May 2019) organized by Department of Economic Studies, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda.

  • DoPT approved Direct Trainer Skills (DTS) organized by Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration, Chandigarh from 23 July 2018 to 27 July 2018

  • ICSSR Sponsored Capacity Building Programme for Social Science Faculty (18th – 31st May 2018) organized by Department of Economic Studies, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda.

  • UGC – Sponsored Refresher Course attended from 13.06.2016 to 02.07.2016 organized by UGC- Human Resource Development Centre, H. P. University, Shimla.

  • UGC – Sponsored Orientation Programme attended from 12.01.2015 to 07.02.2015 organized by UGC- Academic Staff College. University of Rajasthan, Jaipur.

  • UGC – Sponsored Refresher Course attended from 05.12.2011 to 25.12.2011 organized by UGC- Academic Staff College. University of Allahabad, Allahabad.

Training Programme Attended


  • Online Webinar on ZOTERO organized by AKSS Social and Welfare Foundation, Bhagalpur (07 June 2020)

  • Online Webinar on How to write Literature Review Article organised by AKSS Social and Welfare Foundation, Bhagalpur (24 May 2020)

  • Participated in a One-day training programme on Human Rights, organized by Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Patiala on November 22, 2014.

  • Participated in the Workshop on Capacity Building of Higher Education Teachers on e-Content Development Using Moodle from 15th to 16th September 2015 organized by Commonwealth Education Media Centre for Asia (CEMCA), Commonwealth of Learning (COL) New Delhi in collaboration with CUPB. 

Seminar/Workshop/Symposia Attended


  • Participated Online Quiz on Research Methodology organized by the Dept. of Library and Information Science, Mizoram University. (01 June 2020)

  • Participated in Online Quiz Competition on Awareness on COVID 19 organized by MK Govt. College, Nandgram, Ghaziabad. (01 June 2020Participated in National Webinar on Film Censorship organized by Faculty of Law, Maharaja Sayajiro University Baroda (19 June 2020)

  • Participated in the Seminar on Recent Trends in Food Processing organized by the Indian Institute of Crop Processing Technology with CUPB on 09 December 2016.

  • Participated in the Seminar on the Evolving Importance of Intellectual Property Rights organized by Intellectual Property Rights Cell, CUPB on 30 January 2016.

  • Attended National Conference on Humanitarian Law organized by All India Law Teachers Congress and International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), New Delhi held on 25-26 July. 2015.

  • Attended Amritsar Dialogue on Green Courts and Tribunals: Challenges and Opportunities as a nominee of the Vice-Chancellor, CUPB held at GNDU Campus, Amritsar 23-24 Nov. 2013


    • COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION


    Nyay Nityam Law Fest’ 24, the three-day celebration of legal knowledge, was organized by the Department of Law, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda, in collaboration with the Pro Bono Club, CUPB under the ages of the Department of Justice govt of India from 03rd to 05th May 2024. It was an engaging and enlightening event that brought together schools and college students, legal professionals, and enthusiasts. With the theme of “Let The Justice Prevail”, the fest aimed at fostering dialogue, sharing knowledge and promoting networking within academic fraternity. A total of 270 participants from different parts of the country participated in a three-day event across seven competitions.


    Competitions under Nyay NityamCultural Event during Nyay Nityam

    Coordinated Repeat Performance & Prize Distribution Function of the 16th National Youth Parliament Competition, 2019-20 for Universities/Colleges at GMC Balayogi Auditorium, Parliament House Complex, New Delhi.


    CUPB Team is the winner of the 16th National Youth Parliament Competition, 2019-20, and the 15th National Youth Parliament Competition, 2018-19, under the leadership of Prof. Tarun Arora, Former HoD of Law Dept. CUPB. 


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    Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) of the Ministry of Law and Justice;awarded ‘The Running Shield’ and Trophy to the winning team of students of Central University of Punjab, Bathinda.

    Organized various training programmes and awareness camps with the help of UGC, National Commission for Women and National Human Rights Commission.


    NCW Programme
    Legal Awareness Programmes under NCW Project

     


    Camp old age homes and children home
    HR Camp under UGC Project: Oldage Home and Children's Home

     


    Camp old age homes and children home
    HR Awareness camps under UGC Project: Street Play in Schools and CUPB 
    Human Rights Awareness Camp
    UGC Project: Human Rights Awareness Camp