Call for Book Chapters 2026 – Emerging Frontiers in Competition Law by NLU Jodhpur

Call for Book Chapters | Edited Book | Competition Law

National Law University (NLU), Jodhpur, has announced a Call for Book Chapters for its upcoming edited volume titled “Emerging Frontiers in Competition Law: Policy, Enforcement and Consumer Welfare.” The book will present cutting-edge scholarship on how competition law is evolving in response to digital markets, globalisation, sustainability goals, and complex regulatory challenges.

Editors

Indicative Themes

Part I – Foundations & Frameworks

• Evolution of competition law in India & globally
• Consumer welfare vs market efficiency
• Comparative perspectives – EU, US, UK, Asia & India

Part II – Anti-Competitive Agreements

• Cartels, resale price maintenance, vertical restraints
• CCI jurisprudence & global case law
• Interface with consumer protection laws

Part III – Abuse of Dominance

• Market definition & dominance thresholds
• Excessive pricing, tying, refusal to deal
• Structural vs behavioural remedies

Part IV – Merger Control

• Combination regulations under Competition Act, 2002
• Comparative merger frameworks
• Effectiveness of merger remedies

Part V – Digital Markets & Platform Economy

• Big Tech regulation & algorithmic collusion
• Data, privacy & network effects
• Digital Competition Bill – opportunities & gaps

Part VI – Sectoral Regulation

• Telecom, energy, banking, insurance
• Role of regulators vs CCI
• Competition advocacy & compliance culture

Part VII – International Cooperation

• Cross-border cartels & jurisdiction
• Role of ICN, OECD & global convergence

Part VIII – Future Challenges

• ESG, sustainability & competition law
• Developing economies & enforcement capacity
• Reform agenda for Indian competition regime

Who Can Contribute?

• Academicians
• Judges & practitioners
• Policymakers & sectoral experts
• Researchers & advanced doctoral scholars

Important Dates

Submission Guidelines

Stage-wise Submission

Formatting Rules

• Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt
• Line Spacing: 1.5
• Citation Style: Bluebook 22nd Edition
• Tables & Figures: Editable format (Excel preferred)

How to Submit

Send a single email to: 📧 competitionlawbook@nlujodhpur.ac.in
Subject Line: CFP: Emerging Frontiers in Competition Law [Your Name]
File Format: MS Word (.docx) only