International Policy Drafting & Presentation Competition by MNLUM

About the Organisers

Maharashtra National Law University Mumbai (MNLU Mumbai), established in 2014, is a prestigious legal education institution in India, known for its commitment to promoting quality legal education and providing a conducive environment for learning and growth. Located in the bustling metropolis of Mumbai, the university follows the model of other National Law Universities in the country and stands as an autonomous law school.

Yuvak Biradari (Bharat), a national award-winning organization, has been working at the pan-India level since 1974, promoting humanity, nation-building, and national integration. As a social, educational, cultural, and youth movement, it strives to establish *Insaani Biradari* (Universal Brotherhood) and strengthen India’s social fabric for a vibrant, prosperous, and peaceful nation.

Drawing philosophical inspiration from the Preamble of the Indian Constitution and the visions of Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore, Biradari envisions uniting India’s multicultural society as *One People, One Nation*. Inspired by Gandhi’s 1942 *Bharat Chhodo* (Quit India) movement, it launched *Bharat Jodo* in 1974 to build a strong socio-cultural foundation for sustainable development.

The Pro Bono Club at Maharashtra National Law University Mumbai is a club run in association with the Nyaya Bandhu (Pro Bono Legal Services) Program of the Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice. The club is a group of students who are aiding in the implementation of laws in society.

The Centre for Applied Research in Public Health Law, Rights, and Policy, established on 17th May 2023, promotes research, scholarship, and awareness in public health policies, programs, and reforms at national and global levels. Advocating for health legislation reform and system improvements, it disseminates knowledge on policy responses to health challenges and rights while ensuring compliance with fundamental rights. With a multidisciplinary approach, the Centre engages in research, debate, and consultation to identify health law challenges and drive effective reforms in the health sector.

About the Competition

The Policy Drafting Competition 2025 aims to provide a platform for students to engage in policy formulation on pressing societal issues. Participants are expected to draft comprehensive policies aligned with the given themes and present them before a distinguished panel of academicians, policymakers, and legal experts.

With themes ranging from sustainable rural development and employment policies to federalism, institutional integrity, and healthcare reform, this initiative encourages participants to engage in critical analysis and propose innovative, impact-driven solutions. By fostering dialogue and research on these crucial issues, the competition aspires to contribute meaningfully to policy discourse and social change.

Details of the Competition

• Date: 12^th May 2025
• Venue: Maharashtra National Law University Mumbai, 2nd and 6th Floor, MTNL Building, Technology St, Hiranandani Gardens, Powai, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400076.
• Eligibility: Open to undergraduate & postgraduate students (cross-institutional teams allowed)
• Mode of the competition: Hybrid

Themes

• “Transforming Rural India: Sustainable Development Strategies”
• “Bridging the Employment Gap: Policy Solutions for Job Creation”
• “Balancing Power: Rethinking Centre-State Relations”
• “Reinforcing Institutional Integrity: Appointments & Autonomy of Regulatory Bodies and & Judicial Autonomy”
• “Strengthening Health Systems: Redesigning Primary Healthcare Delivery in India

Timeline

• Announcement of Competition- 7th March, 2025
• Concept Note Reveal- 12th March, 2025
• Last Date for Registration- 5th April, 2025
• Last Date for Policy Submission- 14th April, 2025
• Policy Presentation- 12th May, 2025.

Awards

• 1st Prize: INR 10,000 + Certificate of Merit
• 2nd Prize: INR 7,000 + Certificate of Merit
• 3rd Prize: INR 5,000 + Certificate of Merit
• Consolation Prize (3 winners): INR 1000 each + Certificate of Recognition
• Exciting Internship Opportunities for Top Performers

Registration Fees

• Individual Participant- Rs. 500
• Team of Two- Rs. 1000

* Please note that accommodation is not included in the fees**

How to Register?

Interested participants can register using the link mentioned at the end of this post.

We gladly invite you to participate in this conference. Kindly note that no TA/DA shall be given. Participants will be provided with a certificate of participation. The mode of participation shall be both online and offline.

Contact Information

• Mr. Anurag Shelke – +91 94047 77680
• Mr. Shantanu Mhaske – +91 77759 12616
• Email: mnlumevents@mnlumumbai.edu.in

Click here to register.

Click here to make the payment.