About the Organisation
The Panjab University Students’ Liberty Union is a student led academic and policy oriented body functioning at Panjab University. The Union is a part of the international organisation Students for Liberty and aims to promote constitutional literacy, public policy engagement, and informed discourse on governance and democratic institutions.
About the Event
The competition seeks to encourage critical and research based writing on pressing issues concerning electoral reforms, democratic accountability, and federal dynamics in India.
Sub Themes
• Freebies in Elections: Was the electoral mandate in Bihar for debate or freebies?
• Should Indian citizens be granted the constitutional right to recall elected representatives?
• Anti Defection Law and Party Discipline: Should constituency interests take precedence over party directives?
• Rajya Sabha Reforms: Should Members of the Rajya Sabha be directly elected by citizens?
• Impact of the potential Delimitation on politics and federalism
• State of Democracy in India: Is India experiencing democratic backsliding?
Eligibility
Open to all students enrolled in Diploma, Undergraduate, or Postgraduate programmes across India.
Word Limit
1000 to 1500 words
Language
Hindi or English
Registration Fees
- ₹10 per submission for Panjab University students
- ₹20 per submission for students from other institutions
- Multiple entries are permitted. Separate registration is required for each submission. A unique participation code shall be allotted per registration.
Important Dates
- Last Date to Register: 26 February 2026
- Last Date to Submit: 6 March 2026
Prizes
- Certificates shall be provided to all participants.
- Top three winners in each language category shall be awarded merit certificates and prizes.
Registration Link
Contact Details
- Sukhman Kapoor, Chairwoman, Publications and Editorial Committee | Contact: 8168026325
