DNLU to host Corporate Law Summit 2025, invites abstracts on ESG, CSR, and Governance

The last date to submit abstracts is October 22.

DNLU Corporate Law Summit

Published on:

07 Oct 2025, 8:32 am

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The Centre for Corporate Laws and Governance, Dharmashastra National Law University (DNLU), Jabalpur is hosting Corporate Law Summit 2025 from November 15-16. The summit will focus on corporate law, Environmental Social, and Governance (ESG), and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

The event aims to bring together scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and students to present research, exchange insights, and engage in solutions to pressing legal challenges. Through panel discussions, case studies, and interactive sessions, participants will explore innovations in regulation, corporate responsibility, and effective governance.

Structure of the Conference

Paper Presentation

Submissions that span the breadth of corporate law, ESG, CSR, governance, and insolvency law are invited. Each contribution will enrich the dialogue and shed light on the pressing practical, doctrinal, and policy challenges shaping these evolving fields.

Panel Discussion

The panel will bring together experts from industry, academia, and policy to explore how organizations can integrate sustainability into their operations and governance. Attendees will gain perspectives on aligning ESG and CSR with long-term value creation while addressing real-world implementation challenges.

Suggestive themes

• Corporate Governance in the Age of ESG

• Role of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in Sustainable Development

• The Future of Corporate Liability under Environmental Laws

• Corporate Fraud and White-Collar Crimes in India

• Corporate Law in the Era of Artificial Intelligence and Automation

• Cross-Border Insolvency: Need for a Uniform Legal Framework in India

• The Role of Independent Directors in Enhancing Corporate accountability

• Securities Market Reforms and their Impact on Fundraising in India

• The Impact of ESG Ratings on Corporate Governance and Shareholder

Activism

• Corporate Social Responsibility in Emerging Markets: Balancing Profit with

Purpose

• Corporate ESG Strategies in Developing Economies

• Corporate Greenwashing and Accountability

• Governance Challenges in ESG Implementation

• How Board Size Affects Decision-Making in Large Corporations

• The Role of Incentive-Based Compensation in Improving Corporate

Governance

• Shareholder Activism in Emerging Markets: Governance Implications

• How CSR Affects Corporate Risk Management Practices

• Better Data Infrastructure and its Impact on Agile Boards

• Corporations Nurturing and Attracting Young Talent

Important dates

Last date for submission of abstract: October 22
Intimation of Selection of Abstract: October 25
Last date of registration: October 30
Submission of full paper: November 12
Date of conference: November 15-16

Evaluation Criteria

Papers will be judged on the basis of

Originality and Innovation
Depth of Research and Analysis
Clarity and Structure Argumentative Strength
Adherence to Formatting and Citation Standards

Eligibility

Students, academicians, and legal professionals are invited to submit abstracts.

Registration Fee

Professional academicians and others - ₹ 2000

For UG/PG students - ₹ 1500 (Payment details will be sent to the selected abstracts via Email)

Abstract Submission

An abstract with a word limit of 300-400 words along with 5 keywords shall be submitted via this Google form

The selected abstracts shall be intimated to the author(s).

Submission guidelines

Submissions are to be made in the form of .doc/.docx as well as in pdf in via provided google form.
The paper must be an original, unpublished work of the participants.
Word limit: 4000-6000 words, including citations
Formatting: Times New Roman, Font Size 12, Line Spacing 1.5, Justified alignment.
Headings and Sub-headings must be appropriately numbered.
Referencing Style: The Bluebook- A Uniform System of Citation (2015, 20th ed.).
Any submission that is found to be plagiarized beyond 10% shall be disqualified from the competition.
Use of AI is strictly prohibited.
Copyright of the submission shall remain with CCLG, DNLU
Up to 1 Co-author is allowed
Cross authorship from different institutions is also allowed