About CTAG NLU Delhi, Article Writing Competition
The Centre for Transparency and Accountability in Governance (CTAG) at National Law University Delhi (NLU Delhi), in collaboration with the UN Global Compact Network, invites submissions for its Article Writing Competition 2025, celebrating Vigilance Awareness Week (October 27 – November 2, 2025).
The competition aims to encourage young scholars, students, and researchers to engage in discussions that promote integrity, transparency, and accountability — the core principles necessary to combat corruption and strengthen ethical governance in India.
About Vigilance Awareness Week
Vigilance Awareness Week is observed annually in India during the last week of October to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (October 31), the “Iron Man of India.”
The week-long observance is dedicated to promoting public awareness against corruption and encouraging collective participation to uphold ethical standards and good governance.
During this week, various government institutions, public sector organisations, and universities across India will conduct events such as integrity pledges, workshops, and competitions to promote awareness about transparency and honesty in public life.
Themes for the Competition
Participants can write on any one of the following thought-provoking themes:
- Efficacy of Integrity in Combating Corruption
- Combating Corruption through Collectivism
- Role of Student Organisations in Combating Corruption
Each of these themes encourages participants to reflect on ethical, social, and institutional mechanisms necessary for eradicating corruption and promoting justice in governance.
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to all undergraduate and postgraduate students from any recognized university or institution in India.
- Students of NLU Delhi are not eligible to participate.
- Participants must take the Integrity Pledge and submit an undertaking of the same along with their article.
Submission Guidelines
📄 Word Limit: Up to 3,000 words (excluding footnotes)
📚 Citation Format: OSCOLA, 4th Edition
🖋️ Formatting Style:
- Font: Times New Roman
- Font Size: 12 (Text), 10 (Footnotes)
- Line Spacing: 1.5 (Text), Single (Footnotes)
📧 Submission Email: ijtag.ctag@nludelhi.ac.in
⏰ Deadline: 11:59 PM, 30th October 2025
Judgment Criteria
Submissions will be evaluated on the following parameters:
- Depth and quality of research
- Originality and innovation in argumentation
- Analytical rigour and clarity
- Use of credible and verifiable data
- Relevance to the selected theme
- Practical and implementable recommendations
Awards and Recognition
🏆 Top Three Articles (Each Theme):
- Cash Prize of ₹5,000 each
- Internship Opportunity at CTAG, NLU Delhi
- Publication in MTAG Magazine (subject to editorial review)
All participants will also receive an E-Certificate of Participation.
Integrity Pledge
All participants are required to take the Integrity Pledge as part of the event, affirming their commitment to honesty, transparency, and ethical conduct.
“I pledge to follow probity and rule of law in all walks of life,
to neither take nor offer bribes,
to act in public interest with honesty and integrity,
and to support the collective fight against corruption.”
Contact Details
📧 Email: ijtag.ctag@nludelhi.ac.in
🏛️ Centre for Transparency and Accountability in Governance (CTAG)
National Law University, Delhi
Sector 14, Dwarka, New Delhi – 110078
🌐 Official Website: www.nludelhi.ac.in