The DPIIT-IPR Chair at the Hidayatullah National Law University (HNLU), Raipur, in collaboration with Centre for Innovation and IP Laws (CIIPL) (HNLU), is conducting a national IPR essay writing competition on the theme "Navigating IPR Challenges in the Era of AI and Metaverse."
With the unprecedented challenges posed by the advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Metaverse, the competition provides a platform to explore the interplay between technology and legal frameworks.
The wide scope of the competition's theme encompasses various issues ranging from copyright issues in AI-generated content to trademark disputes in virtual realities, providing ample space for participants to critically analyse, deliberate, and propose innovative solutions.
The initiative is aimed to inspire critical thinking and foster academic discourse on navigating the complexities of IPR.
Eligibility
Undergraduate and postgraduate students from any recognized institution in India.
Ph.D. research scholars from any recognized institution in India.
Essay Submission Guidelines
Essays must strictly adhere to the theme "Navigating IPR Challenges in the Era of AI and Metaverse."
Submissions must be in English.
Word limit should not exceed 3000-5000 words excluding footnotes.
Formatting:
Font: Times New Roman, Size 12
Line Spacing: 1.5
Footnotes: Times New Roman, Size 10, single spacing (20th Edition Bluebook citation style)
The essay must be original and not under consideration for publication elsewhere. Plagiarism beyond 10 per cent will result in disqualification. AI-generated content will be subject to strict scrutiny and may lead to rejection.
A maximum of two authors is permitted.
Essay must be submitted in .docx format.
File name to follow format - [Author Name] [Essay Title]
Submissions to be emailed to iprchair@hnlu.ac.in with the subject line: National IPR Essay Submission- [Author Name]
Submission Deadline is January 28, 2025.
Evaluation Criteria
Relevance to the theme
Originality and depth of analysis
Clarity of expression
Quality of research and referencing
Practicality and innovation in solutions proposed
The entries will be judged by a panel of eminent academicians, legal professionals, and IP experts.
Prizes
First Prize: ₹20,000/- and a Certifcate of Achievement
Second Prize: ₹10,000/- and a Certificate of Achievement
Third Prize: ₹5,000/- and a Certificate of Achievement
All participants will also be awarded E-Certificates of Participation. The competition will receive a limited number of entries. Top essays will be published in the form of a book.
Registration Details
Registration fee of ₹300 can be paid here.
The last date for registration is December 28, 2024.
You can register by filling the online registration form and upload the payment screenshot.
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