The NLUD Journal on LABOUR is now accepting submissions for its upcoming issue. It is published by the Centre for Labour Law Research and Advocacy at the National Law University, Delhi. This double-blind and peer-reviewed annual journal focussing on interdisciplinary scholarship on Labour. Each issue will centre debates on contemporary areas of Labour. The journal's editorial board is committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, and we invite scholars, researchers, practitioners and activist to contribute to this academic exchange.
Theme of the Inaugural Issue (2024-25)
This annual thematic journal aims to provide a platform for interdisciplinary writings on labour issues, with its inaugural edition focusing on the theme "Sociology of Labour." Few sub topics identified but not limited for this issue are as follows:
1. Nature of work, work relationship and occupational style
2. Various sectors within informal/formal sector and its political economy
3. Labour and Development discourse on work
4. Feminist analysis of Labour, Migration and Development
5. Intersectional analysis of Labour confluence
6. Marginalised labour categories and historical injustices
7. Structure of Labour Law and its influence on Labouring Lives
8. Just transition debates on labour
9. New industries, new cities and new labour
10. Urban development and labour
Editorial Board
The NLUD Journal on Labor has a four-tiered editorial board composed of patrons, advisory boards, senior editors, and associate editors. It is composed of distinguished academician's and experts in labour studies and law. The board is led by:
- Chief Patron: Prof. (Dr.) G.S. Bajpai, Vice-Chancellor, National Law University, Delhi
- Patron: Prof. (Dr.) Ruhi Paul, Registrar and Professor, National Law University, Delhi
- Editor-in-Chief: Dr. Sophy K.J., Associate Professor & Director, CLLRA, NLU Delhi
The advisory board of the journal will be led by distinguished academicians including Prof. (Dr.) Ritu Dewan, Prof. Babu Mathew, Prof. B.T. Kaul, Prof. Dr. Ranbir Singh, Prof. Ruth Dukes, and Prof. Alan Bogg.
The journal will benefit greatly from the knowledge and research experience that Senior Editors Dr. Roopa Madhav, Prof. Debasis Poddar, Dr. Maya John, Dipa Sinha, and Sawmiya Raja Ram will provide.
In order to ensure rigorous academic quality, the team is further strengthened by committed Associate Editors, such as Ms. Saumya, Mr. Gaurav Chaudhary, Chinmayee Naik, Shraddha Dubey, Shardool Kulkarni, Shuboojeet Dey, Shraddha Jain, Nandita Gugnani, Avi S, S Aishwarya, Kavya Bharadkar, Nikita Agrawal, and Jasoon Chelet.
Dev Dhar Dubey, a PhD Scholar at NLU Delhi, is the journal's managing editor and handles its regular operations.
Submission Guidelines
Types of Submissions
1. Special Articles: 8000 - 10000 words : Special articles should contribute to theoretical or empirical knowledge within the thematic area of the current issue. Contributors are expected to engage deeply with the journal's overarching theme, offering innovative and reassessment perspectives.
2. Short Articles: 5000 - 8000 words : Authors are encouraged to choose themes of contemporary relevance to ensure the article's significance and impact. While empirical research is highly valued, purely theoretical pieces that provide new insights or challenge existing paradigms are also welcome.
3. Insights/Perspectives: 3500 - 4500 words : Short theoretical discussions based on contemporary happenings or futuristic solutions to any deadlock around labour in specific areas are welcome under this section. This section invites write-ups based on real issues which are seldom noticed in the literature.
4. Book Reviews/Case Notes: 2500 - 3000 words : The journal accepts a limited number of book reviews and case notes for each issue. Authors are encouraged to review books published by nationally and internationally recognised publishers. Cases must be based on landmark decisions of the Supreme Court or the High Courts on labour issues.
5. Field Notes/Pictorial Commentaries: 1-2 pages : This section looks forward to hosting any methodological material, such as field notes or pictorial representation, that provides ground narratives/experiences.
Style Guidelines
- All submissions (except Book Reviews) should be accompanied by an abstract of not more than 300 words and 5 important keywords.
- All word limits are inclusive of footnotes.
- Referencing and citations must conform to the APA Citation style. Formatting and
Citation Guidelines
- The body of the manuscript should be in Times New Roman, font size 12, with 1.5 line spacing.
- The footnotes should be in Times New Roman, font size 10, with single line spacing.
- A one-line gap must be maintained between all paragraphs and headings.
- All paragraphs must begin with a one-inch indent.
- The manuscript should consist of footnotes and references.
Conditions of Publication
1. Exclusive Submission Policy: All submissions to the journal must be original and not under simultaneous consideration by any other publication.
2. Indemnity for Liability: The journal assumes no liability for any infringement, and the author will bear full responsibility and any associated consequences. Additionally, if the journal suffers any loss due to the author's actions, the author will be required to indemnify the journal.
3. Copyright Policy: As a condition of publication, authors grant the NLUD Journal on Labour an irrevocable, transferable, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to reproduce, publish, and distribute their submission(s) across all media platforms, including but not limited to print and electronic services. This license is granted for the entire duration of the copyright, including any extensions and renewals.
Submission Process
All submissions must be accompanied by a cover letter indicating the author's name, affiliation, the submission's title, the author's email address/contact number, and a declaration of originality. The submissions will be reviewed and edited by the Editorial Board under the supervision of the Editor-in-Chief. All the submissions must be made online at jol@nludelhi.ac.in
Important Dates
- Submission Deadline: 30th November 2024
- Notification of Acceptance: 15th February 2025
- Publication Date: 15th July 2025
Contact: jol@nludelhi.ac.in