Vol. 15 | ISSN: 0975-0193 | Published by Eastern Book Company | Indexed in HeinOnline
Submission Deadline: August 16, 2025
About GNLU Journal (GJLDP)
The GNLU Journal of Law, Development and Politics (GJLDP) is a prestigious biannual, peer-reviewed journal published by Gujarat National Law University (GNLU). The journal provides a scholarly platform for the discussion of emerging issues at the intersection of law, political science, and development studies.
Published by the renowned Eastern Book Company (EBC) and indexed in HeinOnline, the journal maintains high academic standards through a rigorous double-blind peer-review process, ensuring impartiality and quality in every issue.
Journal Scope and Objectives
GJLDP is dedicated to exploring the interdisciplinary interface of law, development, and politics. The journal invites submissions that critically analyze legal frameworks, political systems, governance structures, development policies, and their interconnected impact on societies—particularly in India and the Global South.
As we prepare for the release of Volume 15, GJLDP welcomes innovative, well-researched, and original scholarly contributions across relevant academic disciplines.
Theme & Sub-themes
Main Theme: Law, Development and Politics
Sub-theme: Interdisciplinary Approaches to Legal and Political Development
Submissions may include but are not limited to the following topics:
- Human Rights and Sustainable Development
- Public Policy and Governance Reforms
- Political Economy and Legal Institutions
- Constitutionalism and State-Building
- International Law and Global Justice
- Legal Responses to Political Conflict
- Law and Social Movements
- Democracy, Rule of Law, and Development
Types of Submissions Accepted
The journal encourages submissions in the following formats:
- Research Articles
- Original Articles
- Commentaries
- Review Articles
- Book Reviews
- Case Comments and Discussions
Eligibility Criteria
Submissions are open to:
- Academicians and Legal Scholars
- Judges and Legal Practitioners
- Researchers and Ph.D. Candidates
- Bureaucrats and Policymakers
- Political Scientists and Development Experts
- Law Students and Research Interns
- Journalists and Newspaper Columnists
Submission Guidelines
- All manuscripts must be original, unpublished, and free from plagiarism.
- Submissions must be made in MS Word format (.doc or .docx).
- Email your manuscript to: gjldp@gnlu.ac.in
- Ensure strict adherence to the journal’s submission and citation guidelines. To access the detailed author guidelines, contact the editorial board at the email above.
Article Processing Charges (APC)
No submission or publication charges.
Contact & Queries
For queries, clarifications, or further information:
📧 Email: gjldp@gnlu.ac.in
Why Publish in GJLDP?
- Indexed in HeinOnline – Global academic visibility
- Published by EBC – One of India’s premier legal publishers
- Enhance your academic profile and contribute to critical socio-political debates
- Peer-reviewed process ensuring high standards and scholarly impact
