About the Organisers
The DPIIT Chair on Intellectual Property Rights at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow continues its mission to advance research, policy dialogue, and capacity building in the field of Intellectual Property Law. Through research projects, training programmes, and academic collaborations, the Chair promotes a culture of innovation, responsible IP management, and engagement with contemporary challenges in IPR.
About the Journal
The Journal of Intellectual Property and Legal Studies (JIPLS) is an annual publication accepting submissions on a rolling basis. It serves as a platform for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to explore evolving issues in intellectual property, media, and technology law.
The journal aims to foster dialogue, bridge policy gaps, and encourage diverse perspectives in the domain of IPR.
Theme
Submissions must relate to Intellectual Property Law or allied fields, including Media Law and Technology Law.
Types of Submissions
• Research Articles (3000–6000 words)
In-depth analysis of specific IP issues with critical perspectives, literature engagement, and recommendations.
• Brief Research Articles (1500–3000 words)
Concise pieces offering fresh viewpoints and analytical insights.
• Case Notes / Book Reviews (1200–2500 words)
Commentary on recent judgments, legislative developments, or policy proposals and their broader impact.
Note: Word limits exclude footnotes; flexibility may be allowed based on quality.
Submission Guidelines
Include a 150-word abstract with five keywords.
Submissions may have up to two authors.
Manuscripts must be original, unpublished, and conform to UGC’s 10% similarity rule.
AI-generated content must be avoided.
Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt, 1.5 spacing (10 pt for footnotes).
Citation Style: OSCOLA (4th Edition).
Submit manuscripts in .docx format in English.
The first page should contain the title, authors’ details, and abstract; the manuscript itself must be fully anonymised.
A covering letter with author name, email, and submission title is required.
The Editorial Board, under the supervision of the Editor-in-Chief, reviews and finalises all submissions.
Submission Link
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDGDxKOhiuEv8g-xpidYHJZQOkJ_yxFlUwmfX4VczMIH6xRA/viewform