National Legal Article Writing Competition 2025 by SPIL, Mumbai

About SPIL, Mumbai

The Students for the Promotion of International Law (SPIL), Mumbai or SPIL Mumbai, is a student-run organisation based out of Government Law College, Mumbai, dedicated to fostering dialogue and scholarship in international law.

Over the years, our events, notably our flagship event- the GLC International Law Summit has witnessed participation of distinguished personalities such as the Hon’ble Judges of the Supreme Court of India and the Bombay High Court, eminent Senior Advocates and international jurists.

This legacy and credibility is further exemplified by our association with organisations like the World Trade Organisation and International Law Students Association, among others.

About the Competition

The SPIL Mumbai, National Legal Article Writing Competition, 2025 (“Competition”) provides a distinguished platform for the expression of scholarly excellence, academic rigour, and diverse perspectives on pressing issues in International Law. The primary objective of this esteemed Competition is to stimulate intellectual curiosity and foster academic growth among participants.

Theme to be followed

In light of ongoing transformations and discussions in global trade policy, cross-border regulation, digital commerce, and multilateral negotiations, we are proud to announce “International Trade Law” as the theme for the Competition.

Topics

The Role of International Trade Law in Global Food Security and Agricultural Subsidies
Sanctions and Export Controls: Analysing the Weaponisation of International Trade Law
Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS) in Trade Agreement: Balancing State Sovereignty and Foreign Investment
Trade, Development, and Inequality: Assessing the WTO’s Special and Differential Treatment Regime for the Global South
International Trade and Human Rights: Labor Standards and Trade Agreements
The EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and WTO Compatibility
Trade and Public Health: Revisiting TRIPS, Vaccine Access, and Global Health Equity Post-COVID

The participants are required to choose from one of the above topics. These topics will NOT be given any preference.

Merit and Prizes

The pinnacle of achievement lies in the recognition of the Best Article, the Second-best Article, and the Third-best Article, all of which may be chosen for publication in the prestigious GLC-SPIL International Law Journal, subject to the discretion of the Board of Editors.

Best Article: INR 7,000/-
Second Best Article: INR 5,000/-
Third Best Article: INR 3,000/-

How to Submit?

Interested participants can submit their essays using the link provided at the end of this post.

Eligibility

The Competition is open to all law students currently enrolled in recognised 3-year LL.B or 5-year integrated LL.B courses.
Participants must be pursuing their studies at any recognised institution in India. Participants can participate individually or co-author in a team of a maximum of two members.
Winners of previous editions of the Competition are not eligible to participate.

Registration Fees

A non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 200 for a single-authored submission and Rs. 300 for a co-authored submission must be paid online before submission of the Registration Form.
Participants must first make the payment of the registration fee towards the Bank Account mentioned herein, and upload a screenshot of the proof of payment in the Registration Form.

Account Details

Account Holder: SPIL Government Law College Mumbai
Account Number: 35514475304
Account Type: Current Account
IFSC: SBIN0004283
Branch: PBB CHURCHGATE, MUMBAI

Submission Deadline

30th September 2025, 11:59 PM IST

Contact

Incase of any queries, write to us at [email protected] or contact the undersigned.

Breaking News