ABOUT AMITY UNIVERSITY JHARKHAND ABOUT RANCHI
Every child comes with the message that God is not yet discouraged of man. Rabindranath Tagore Hon'ble The Chief Justice Dr. Ravi Ranjan Chief Justice, High Court of Jharkhand Amity University, Jharkhand, is a leading university located in Ranchi, Jharkhand.
Amity University Ranchi is a part of several decades old innovate, pioneering, and leading education group of India, set up with a vision to contribute to nation-building through education, where currently 100,000+ students are pursuing 250 programs across campuses in India and abroad
ABOUT RANCHI
Popularly known as “City of Waterfalls”, Ranchi is the capital of Jharkhand. Ranchi is a popular educational destination for students of Bihar, Jharkhand and some parts of West Bengal as well. It also boasts of the head offices of some crucial government organizations like HEC, CCL and SAIL. It is also known for quality sports infrastructure as there are plenty of international level stadiums for different kind of sports
HONORABLE CHIEF GUEST
Hon'ble The Chief Justice Dr. Ravi Ranjan Chief Justice, High Court of Jharkhand
HONORABLE GUEST OF HONOR
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Talwant Singh Sitting Judge, Delhi High Court
EXPERT SPEAKERS
Dr. Girjesh Shukla, Dean Academic Affairs & Associate Professor, HPNL, Shimla
Dr. Madhuker Sharma, Associate Professor & Deputy Director (Academics), Lloyd Law College, Noida
Mr. Abraham Joseph, Legal Officer, Asian- African Legal Consultative Organisation
CONCEPT NOTE
Innocence of a child is a gift to cherish and partake and to not play foul” should be the motto of the World. Innocence lost is a crime upon humanity. Wisdom today, is to understand the indisputably ever growing relevance of the status of child in development ladder of economy at regional and at international level. The reality check shows how the disparity in development indicators amongst children actually impact the nature of inclusive growth and development. From the ancient “welfare” principle reflected in the dominant ideology of family, the family had absolute authority, control and rights over children to the modern day transition which has led to the principle of “rights” also known as entitlements and therefore imply goals and obligations on the part of community and the state to pioneer the cause of rights. Social Justice, nondiscrimination, equity and empowerment are the core values which define and determine the realm of Child rights in the present era. Significant work has been done to spread awareness and promote the cause of Child Rights at regional and international level when one third of the world's population is that of children. The law, policy and practice in this regard has undergone major change and keeps getting updated with plethora of framework discussed, deliberated and put to implementation at domestic and international level. UN through its specialized agencies and organs has placed impetus on the importance of child rights. UN promotes the rights and wellbeing of every child across the globe. Together with their partners, UN works in 190 countries and territories to translate that commitment into practical action, focusing special effort on reaching the most vulnerable and excluded children, to the benefit of all children, everywhere. The above mission is supported by States, business men, philanthropists, industries and individuals to sustain and expand health, nutrition, water and sanitation, education and child protection programmes for all children. The perspective of the rights on child is contained in United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, 1989 which is landmark legislation in the realm of human rights.
The idea of “Justice” to the child has garnered attention of all sections of society alike and warrants more efforts and attention keeping in minds the growing concerns of environmental challenges, disputes and conflicts within and between States and the shortage of financial resources and political will. The news of refugee children, orphaned by war and victimised by the perpetrators of crime who engage them in life threatening activities by training them to fight wars to abusing them as slaves and indulge in child trafficking reaches us every day, but what we are determined to do today will determine the future of generations to come.
Child Abuse is emphasized as a principal inhibitor in child development. The Constitutions of India also guarantees certain child rights covering basic issues, like 'health', 'education' and protection from 'hazardous employment' and 'exploitation'. However, despite the existence of many legal provisions, the vulnerability of children in different dimensions cannot be undermined. The role of Judiciary through its decisions to curb down upon Child Labour and celebrate the health and educational rights of children in India and abroad has not only helped the cause but enhanced and sealed the effort making process in this regard. With the advent of electronics and technology, the matter of online crimes against children is on the rise and despite of the fact that both Information Technology Act, 2000 (amended in 2008) and Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO Act) have addressed several online crimes against children and POCSO Act has also provided mechanisms to report crimes against children, including online crimes, the threats have increased not only in quantum but also means. Apart from this, the National Commission for Protection of Rights of Children (NCPCR) and National Commission for Women (NCW) have also provided several online platforms for reporting of online child victimization cases. This shows the efforts in the direction to attain justice for children. The thrust has to initiate a shift in making the parents, educational institutions and students themselves aware of the issue and the policy measures. Parents and teachers are considered to be the most trusted caregivers for children. Only a combined pledge and effort on part of the State, Media, international bodies, regional bodies, police and law and enforcement machinery, non-governmental organizations, UN and individuals which shall make this world a better place for children and reinstate faith in humanity alone.
SEMINAR THEMES
1. UN and Child Rights
a) Child Rights in International Crimes
b) Child Rights Monitoring and Governance – International Perspective
c) Role of UN in protection and promotion of Child Rights in Developed and Developing Countries
d) Environmental Changes and Child Rights - Role of UN
2. Cyber Crimes against Children - Law and Enforcement
a) Legislative and Policy Framework for Protection of Children against Cyber Crimes
b) Cyber Bullying and Online Crimes against Children – Prevailing Laws and Practice
c) Liability of Web Service Providers in Cyber Crimes against Children
d) Role of Stake holders (Media, Educational Institutions, Parents, State) to generate Awareness for Prevention of Crimes against Children
3. Rights of Children in Armed Conflict and Civil War
a) Rights of Children in International and Non International Armed Conflict
b) Protection of Refugee Children
c) Child Abuse during and aftermath of Conflict – Existing Practice and Resolution d) Child Soldiers and Civil War – Protection and Rehabilitation Process
4. Child Rights and Protection in India
a) Legislative Measures to curb Child Labour in India
b) Health, Education and Nutritional Rights of Children in India
c) Child Rights under Criminal Justice System in India
d) Role of Judiciary in Protection of Child Rights in India
e) Role of NHRC in Championing Child Rights
5. Child Rights during Corona Crisis (Special Theme)
a) Migrant Child Labour during Corona Crisis
b) Impact of COVID 19 Crisis on the Lives of Children
c) Health Rights of Children during Corona Crisis
d) Rights of Orphan Children – COVID 19 Aftermath
Participants / Beneficiaries:
Academicians; NGOs; UN Bodies; students of Law, Criminology, Sociology, Psychology and Journalism; parents; Lawyers; School Management and Educators; Chairpersons and Members of Child Welfare Committees (CWCs); District Child Protection Officers Under Social Justice and Empowerment Department; Para Legal Volunteers, Police Officers and personnel
Call for Papers:
Academicians, students, researchers, representatives of the civil society and research scholars and others are invited to submit their original research papers on the above-listed sub-themes to be covered in different technical sessions of the seminar
GUIDELINES FOR SUBMISSION OF ABSTRACT AND FULL PAPER
• The abstract and Full Paper must be developed in MS Word. Font - Times New Roman. Font size - 12 with 1.5 line spacing.
• The abstract and full paper should contain personal details of the author(s) in the order: Title of the paper, Name, Designation, Institute/ University/ College/Organization, Contact number, E-mail and address(es), of the corresponding author and other author(s), if any.
• Abstracts and Full Paper must be sent to bsaxena@vf.amity.edu or pjhunjhunwala@vf.amity.edu The title of the paper must be mentioned in the subject line of the mail and the body of the mail should contain name, designation contact no. of the author and co-author(s).
• The submission must be the original work of the authors. Any form of plagiarism will lead to direct rejection. IMPORTANT DATES
• Last Date for submission of Abstract: On or Before July 12, 2021.
• Confirmation of Acceptance: Within Three Working Days of Receipt of Abstract
• Last Date for Submission of Full Paper: July 13, 2021
• Last Date for Online Registration: July 16, 2021
REGISTRATION FEES (LIMITED SEATS)
• No Fees will be charged for attending the National Seminar. • Fees for Paper Presentation per Author per paper shall be Rs.300/-. E-certificate shall be provided to all registered participants. • All Papers accepted for publication as Book Chapter with ISBN shall be liable to pay Rs.600 for receiving the Hardcopy of the book.
Registration Link
Seminar Co-Convenor:
Mr. Mrityunjay Mayank Contact Details - +917992264914 Email Id- mmayank@rnc.amity.edu
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