NLUD Labour Journal 2025 Call for Papers on Labour, Capitalism, and Unfree Labour

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The NLUD Journal on Labour 2025 Call for Papers is now open for submissions, inviting scholars, researchers, and practitioners to contribute to one of India’s leading interdisciplinary platforms on labour studies. Published annually by the Centre for Labour Law Research and Advocacy (CLLRA) at the National Law University, Delhi, this double-blind peer-reviewed journal offers a unique space for academic discourse on labour, development, and socio-economic policies affecting workers in India and beyond.

This year, the journal focuses on the theme “Labour, Capitalism and Unfree Labour”, addressing contemporary challenges and fostering innovative research. Interested authors can submit various forms of contributions including special articles, short articles, insights/perspectives, book reviews, and field notes.

About NLUD Labour Journal

The NLUD Labour Journal is a cornerstone of interdisciplinary scholarship in labour studies. It encourages contributions from a broad spectrum of academia, including law, economics, sociology, and political science, promoting a holistic understanding of labour issues in India. The journal’s editorial board is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that marginalised voices and perspectives are highlighted.

The 2025–26 edition focuses on the socio-economic dimensions of unfree labour, exploring issues such as informal work, urban labour, gendered exploitation, and historical injustices. Contributors are encouraged to engage critically with the intersectional impacts of labour policies in India and globally.

Key Themes and Subtopics

The journal has identified several key subtopics for exploration, though submissions beyond these areas are also welcomed:

• Nature of work, work relationships, and occupational styles
• Political economy, informal sectors, and labour exploitation
• Development discourse and forms of oppression
• Feminist perspectives on migration and labour exploitation
• Intersectional analysis of labour confluence
• Historical injustices affecting marginalised labour categories
• Legal frameworks and exclusions in labour law
• Just transition debates
• Labour in new industries and urban development
• Socio-legal genealogy of modern slavery
• Global supply chains and forced labour

These themes aim to provide a comprehensive understanding of the structural challenges faced by labourers under capitalism and unfree labour conditions, reflecting both contemporary and historical contexts.

Editorial Board

The NLUD Labour Journal editorial board comprises renowned academicians and experts in labour law:

• Chief Patron: Prof. (Dr.) G.S. Bajpai, Vice-Chancellor, NLU Delhi
• Patron: Prof. (Dr.) Ruhi Paul, Registrar & Professor, NLU Delhi
• Editor-in-Chief: Dr. Sophy K.J., Associate Professor & Director, CLLRA, NLU Delhi

The advisory board features distinguished scholars such as Prof. (Dr.) Ritu Dewan, Prof. Babu Mathew, Prof. B.T. Kaul, Prof. Dr. Ranbir Singh, Prof. Ruth Dukes, and Prof. Alan Bogg. Senior and Associate Editors support the rigorous academic process, ensuring submissions meet high scholarly standards.

Submission Guidelines

The NLUD Labour Journal welcomes the following types of contributions:

1. Special Articles: 8,000–10,000 words; innovative theoretical or empirical research within the thematic area.
2. Short Articles: 5,000–8,000 words; focused on contemporary relevance and impact.
3. Insights/Perspectives: 3,500–4,500 words; short discussions on specific labour issues or emerging debates.
4. Book Reviews/Case Notes: 2,500–3,000 words; review nationally or internationally recognized publications or landmark legal cases.
5. Field Notes/Pictorial Commentaries: 1–2 pages; provide methodological insights or visual representations of labour issues.

Formatting Requirements: Times New Roman, size 12 for main text, size 10 for footnotes, 1.5 line spacing, APA citation style, and abstracts limited to 300 words. Each submission must include five relevant keywords.

Conditions of Publication

• Originality: All submissions must be original and not under consideration elsewhere.
• Liability: Authors are responsible for the content and any infringements.
• Copyright: Authors grant NLUD Journal a royalty-free license to publish and distribute submissions in all media formats.

The submissions will undergo rigorous review by the editorial board to maintain high academic standards.

Submission Process and Important Dates

All manuscripts must be submitted online with a cover letter including the author’s name, affiliation, email, contact number, and a declaration of originality.

Key Dates:

• Submission Start: 15th July 2025
• Final Submission Deadline: 30th October 2025
• Acceptance Communication: 30th March 2026
• Publication Date: 15th June 2026

For inquiries, authors can contact the Centre for Labour Law Research and Advocacy, NLU Delhi via jol@nludelhi.ac.in.

Why Submit to NLUD Labour Journal?

• Prestige and Recognition: Publish in a peer-reviewed journal recognized nationally and internationally.
• Diverse Readership: Reach policymakers, academics, legal practitioners, and activists.
• Academic Contribution: Influence debates on labour rights, capitalism, and socio-legal reforms.

This is an ideal platform for early career researchers and established scholars to highlight the challenges of unfree labour, explore global labour markets, and provide solutions for a more equitable workforce.

Expert Insights

Labour law experts highlight that interdisciplinary research is crucial for understanding modern labour dynamics. According to Prof. Babu Mathew, “Engaging with diverse labour issues helps in shaping policies that protect vulnerable populations while promoting fair work practices globally.”

Researchers are encouraged to explore critical areas such as informal labour markets, urbanization effects on labour, gender disparities, and the legal mechanisms needed for a just transition.

Additional Resources

For related educational content and research support, contributors can explore:

• NCERT Courses
• Current Affairs
• Notes
• MCQs
• Videos
• Syllabus
• Free NCERT PDFs
• NCERT Mind Maps

For school and institutional support, external resources such as Mart India Infotech provide guidance on educational tools and collaborations.

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FAQs

1. What is the NLUD Labour Journal 2025 Call for Papers?
   It is an invitation for scholars and researchers to submit papers on Labour, Capitalism, and Unfree Labour.
2. Who can submit to the NLUD Labour Journal?
   Academicians, researchers, practitioners, and activists in labour law and related disciplines.
3. What are the submission categories?
   Special articles, short articles, insights/perspectives, book reviews, case notes, and field notes/pictorial commentaries.
4. What is the submission deadline?
   Final submissions must be made by 30th October 2025.
5. How are submissions reviewed?
   Through a double-blind peer-review process by the editorial board.
6. What formatting is required?
   Times New Roman, size 12, 1.5 line spacing, APA citation style, and abstracts limited to 300 words.
7. Can multiple authors submit a paper?
   Yes, collaborative submissions are encouraged.
8. What topics are covered in the journal?
   Labour issues, informal sectors, gendered labour exploitation, modern slavery, urban labour, and global supply chains.
9. Are book reviews accepted?
   Yes, book reviews on recognised national or international publications are welcome.
10. How to contact for queries?
    Email the Centre for Labour Law Research and Advocacy at jol@nludelhi.ac.in.