About Essay Writing Competition by Dexon Global Centre

Dexon Global Centre for Legal Studies, Policy and Research announces the 1st National Essay Writing Competition 2025-2026– JURIS VERDE, focused on advancing scholarship at the intersection of law, sustainability, environmental protection, and climate governance.
The competition invites law students across India to engage in research-led discussions and contribute fresh perspectives on sustainable development.

🌿 Why “JURIS VERDE” Matters?

The competition aims to:

• Promote legal research in environmental and sustainability issues
• Encourage debate on climate justice, constitutional environmental rights, and green governance
• Build awareness on how law influences India’s sustainable future

Key Themes for Essay Submission

The competition provides 10 broad themes with detailed sub-themes. Students may also submit essays on any topic aligned with sustainable development and law.

1. Legal Enforcement of International Climate Commitments

Sub-themes:

• Compliance & reporting under the Paris Agreement
• Legal consequences of non-compliance
• Role of climate litigation
• Global equity & fairness

2. Judicial Role in Environmental Protection

Sub-themes:

• Evolution of environmental PILs
• Major Supreme Court interventions
• Judicial activism vs separation of powers
• Role of NGT

3. Carbon Markets & India’s Emission Reduction Law

Sub-themes:

• Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS)
• Regulation of voluntary/compliance carbon markets
• Challenges in carbon offsetting
• Corporate carbon responsibility

4. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) — Law & Challenges

Sub-themes:

• Public participation
• Post-clearance monitoring
• EIA exemptions
• Reforming the EIA process

5. Environmental Rights Under the Indian Constitution

Sub-themes:

• Article 21 and environmental rights
• DPSPs (Art. 48A)
• Duties under Art. 51A(g)
• Balancing environment & development

6. Corporate Environmental Liability & Polluter Pays Principle

Sub-themes:

• Strict & absolute liability
• Compensation mechanisms
• ESG & due diligence
• Key case laws

7. Forest Rights & Tribal Justice

Sub-themes:

• Forest Rights Act implementation
• Gram Sabha’s authority
• Balancing conservation & tribal livelihood

8. Waste Management Laws in India

Sub-themes:

• Solid & plastic waste frameworks
• EPR compliance
• Municipal accountability
• Judicial interventions

9. Renewable Energy Law in India

Sub-themes:

• Solar & wind policy
• Renewable Purchase Obligations (RPOs)
• Land acquisition issues
• Incentives & reforms

10. Technology & Environmental Governance

Sub-themes:

• AI-based compliance monitoring
• Digital pollution-tracking platforms
• Data privacy concerns
• Tech for climate risk prediction

Eligibility Criteria: Dexon Global Centre competition

Open to:

• All Undergraduate law students
• All Postgraduate (LL.M./Ph.D.) law students

Registration Fees Structure

JURIS VERDE Competition Timeline (2025–26)

Submission Guidelines (Must Read)

Process Flow

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                    | Registration Opens    |
                    |    30 Nov 2025        |
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                    | Final Registration    |
                    |     31 Dec 2025       |
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                    | Essay Submission      |
                    |    5 Jan 2026         |
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                    | Results Announced     |
                    |    15 Feb 2026        |
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