Welcome to Prothotsy, your go-to place for updates and news about the Courts and Constitution Conference. This annual event brings together legal experts, scholars, journalists, and others to discuss important court decisions and how they affect the law in the USA.
About The Courts and The Constitution Conference
Law and Other Things, NALSAR University of Law, Azim Premji University, and Harvard Law School hold the conference every year. It was started in January 2019 and takes place over the Republic Day weekend. The conference reviews major constitutional law cases from the past year.
What to Expect
At Prothotsy, you will find:
- Announcements: Stay updated with the latest news.
- Panel Reports: Read detailed summaries of each panel discussion.
- Publications: Check out a complete write-up of the conference discussions.
- Call for Responses: We invite you to share your thoughts and critiques on the published work.
Panel Discussions
| Topic | Moderator | Panelists |
|---|---|---|
| Equality in Law | Dr. Sudhir Krishnaswamy | Arundhati Katju, Dr. Anup Surendranath, Alok Prasanna Kumar |
| Changing the Tribunals | Vivek Reddy | Dr. Arun Thiruvengadam, Prashant Reddy |
| Federalism and the Constitution | Dr. Arun Thiruvengadam | Prof. Anthony Blackshield, Alok Prasanna Kumar, Malavika Prasad, Suchindra Baskar Narayan |
| Citizenship and the Law | Arvind Narrain | Justice G.R. Swaminathan, Aymen Mohammad, Mohsin Alam Bhat, Nizam Pasha |
Example Panel: Equality in Law
Topic: Equality in Law
Moderator: Dr. Sudhir Krishnaswamy
Panellists: Arundhati Katju, Dr Anup Surendranath, Alok Prasanna Kumar
What They Talked About:
This panel discussed key court cases related to equality. The experts shared their views on recent judgments and how these decisions help shape fairer laws. They explained what worked, what didn’t, and what could be improved.
Tips for Your Contribution
If you want to share your views or write a response piece, here are some simple tips:
- Read the Materials: Check out the conference reports and publications.
- Share Your Thoughts: Write about what you agree or disagree with.
- Keep It Simple: Use clear and easy-to-understand language.
- Give Examples: Use real cases or examples to support your ideas.
- Follow the Guidelines: Visit the “Write for Us!” section on Prothotsy for detailed instructions.
More Information
- Conference Brochure: Get all the details about the first conference in January 2019.
- Press Releases: Find out the schedule and summaries for recent conferences.
- Concept Note: To gain a deeper understanding of the event, learn about the hybrid model used in 2020 and 2021.