FairSquare is the first Competition Law Society of the National Law University, Delhi. Through FairSquare Dialogue, they aim to create a forum for commentary, analysis, and scholarship on competition law, policy, and economics.
The University invites original, unpublished submissions for its blog. They seek sharp, accessible, and well-reasoned pieces that advance conversations around competition law and economics, both in India and globally. Submissions from students, academics, practitioners, economists, policy-makers, and interdisciplinary researchers are welcome.
Mandate & Scope
They publish short, focused, and analytically strong pieces that examine legal, regulatory, and policy issues in competition law and economics. Submissions may adopt doctrinal, empirical, comparative, or policy-oriented approaches.
Formats
- Articles (1,000–1,600 words): Concise, well-argued perspectives on contemporary issues.
- Case Comments: Focused analysis of recent CCI or court decisions.
- Opinion Pieces: Shorter reflections on emerging debates, reforms, or global developments.
- Book Reviews: Critical engagement with recent scholarship on competition law or economics.
- Response Pieces: Engagement with previously published FairSquare Dialogue posts.
- Short-Form Notes (600–800 words, non-student contributors only): Focused insights on niche or time-sensitive issues.
For particularly substantive submissions, longer pieces (up to 2,200 words) or two-part series may be considered upon editorial approval.
Word-Length & Style
- Preferred length: 1,000–1,600 words (flexible for longer pieces if justified).
- Style: Write for an informed but broad audience. Clarity, coherence, and precision matter more than jargon.
- Formatting: Times New Roman, size 12, justified alignment, 1.15 spacing.
- Referencing: Use hyperlinks wherever possible. If sources are not online, use endnotes (not footnotes) in OSCOLA 4th Edition. Endnotes should be formatted in Times New Roman, size 10, single spacing.
- Title: No longer than 12 words.
Submission Rules & Copyright
- Originality: Submissions must be original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere. Prior preprints or cross-posting intentions must be disclosed.
- Anonymity: Manuscripts must be anonymised (no names, affiliations, or acknowledgments in the document).
- File format: Only .doc or .docx files will be accepted.
- Copyright: Upon publication, copyright vests with FairSquare: The NLU Delhi Competition Law Society. Cross-posting is permitted if disclosed at submission and if published posts carry the line: “Cross-posted from the FairSquare Blog <link>”.
- Plagiarism: Any plagiarism will lead to immediate rejection.
Submission Process
- All submissions must be made via this form. Submissions by email will not be considered.
- Link of the form: https://forms.gle/Cgqw7EdbFzyXEcvr9
Review Process & Timeline
- Review: Submissions will be reviewed by one or more editors within 2 weeks.
- Revisions: Authors may be asked to revise within 10–15 days.
- Publication: Final acceptance and scheduling will be at the discretion of the Editorial Board.
Editorial Standards
- Analytical rigour and originality of argument
- Clarity of writing and accessibility
- Relevance to contemporary or comparative debates
- Policy significance and practical implications
- Proper sourcing and engagement with primary material
Contact
Email: compsoc@nludelhi.ac.in