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Kaumudhi Challa

Assistant Professor

Dr. Kaumudhi Challa, MSc. (Bio-Chemistry), LLM (Constitutional Law and Human Rights), Ph.D (Law) am Assistant Professor in Hidayatullah National Law University, Raipur, Chhattisgarh. She has 8 years of experience as a law teacher in different law colleges including PGTD Law, Nagpur and Wanjari Law College, Nagpur. I did my LL.B. from BACL, Main Branch, Nagpur and LL from PGTD Law, Nagpur. Dr. Challa was  awarded Ph.D in law on the topic of Development of a Comprehensive Scheme for Natural Resource Accounting with special reference to Indian Environmental Legislations; under the able guidance of Prof. (Dr.) Thrity D Patel, Emeritus Professor and Former Dean and Head of PGTD Law, Nagpur University, Nagpur. This study has been done for the first time in India in the field of law.

She was the resource person for UGC Academic Staff College orientation Programme for College Lecturers for the Topic Sustainable Development since 2004. Dr. Challa have participated and presented research papers in numerous National Seminars and Workshops as well as taken part in International Conference as a Rapporteur. I have more than 15 articles published in various Legal Journals and have been Judge for various debate competitions by Ministry of Environment

Papers and Publication

Chapters Published in Edited Books

  • “Regulation of Genetically Modified Food: A Legal Battle between Technology and Consumer Protection”, A Chapter in the Book Titled, Consumer Activism, Competition and Consumer Protection, Edited by Prof.(Dr.) Paramjit S. Jaswal, Prof.(Dr.) G I S Sandhu and Dr. AnandPawar; Published by Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Patiala, 2012, p. 88-99, (ISBN No. 978-8190809-0-3)
  • “Promotion of Gender Justice in India and the Role of Indian Judiciary”, A Chapter in the Edited Book Titled Human Rights and Gender Justice, Edited by Dr. P K Pandey, Published by APH Publishing Corporation, New Delhi, 2012,p. 245 (ISBN No. 978-93-313-1683-7)
  • “Child Rights, Violations and Remedies: A Legal Perspective”, A Chapter in the Edited Book Titled, Child Labor Rights and Violations, Edited by J. Cyril Kanmony, Published by Mittal Publications, New Delhi, 2012, pp.15-44. (ISBN No. 81-8324-377-0)
  •  “Juvenile Justice Administration and the Legal Framework: An International and National Perspective”, A Chapter in the Edited Book titled, Children’s Right: Laws,Policies and Practice, Edited by Dr. P K Pandey, Published by Regal Publications, New Delhi, 2013, pp.72 – 89. (ISBN No. 978-81-8484-235-0)
  • “Urban Development vis-à-vis Environment: A Legal and Human Right Perspective” , A Chapter in the Edited book titled, Urban Development and Governance: Issues, Concerns and Challenges, edited by JasmeetSandhu&Gurpreet Pal, published by Rawat Publications, New Delhi, 2013, pp.67-82. (ISBN No. 978-81-316-0562-2)
  • “ Surrogacy Practices and Gender Concerns: Issues and Challenges in India”, A Chapter in Edited Book Titled, Gender Issues and Challenges in Twenty First Century, Edited by Dr. Uttam Kumar Panda, Published by Satyam Law International, New Delhi, 2015, p. 227-246, (ISBN No. 978-93-82823209)


Articles Published in Journals

  • “Environmental Law and Health in Relation to Bio-Medical Waste”, Journal of the Institute of Human Right on Science, Technology and Human Rights, Institute of Human Rights, Jaripatka, Nagpur, Vol. VI No. 2, December 2003, p. 68-74
  • “Bioterrorism – An Emerging Threat to Environment and Human Rights in the Present Era of Globalization”, Journal of the Institute of Human Rights on Globalization and Human Rights, Institute of Human Rights, Jaripatka, Vol. VIII, No. 2, December 2005, p.70
  • “Protection of Rights of Disabled Persons: International and National Perspective”, Journal of the Institute of Human Rights on Human Rights & Disadvantaged, Institute of Human Rights, Jaripatka, Nagpur, Vol. IX, No. 2, December 2006, p.25
  • Role of National Human Rights Commission in Implementing Human Rights in India, Journal of the Institute of Human Rights on Protection of Human Rights, Institute of Human Rights, Jaripatka, Vol. XI, No. 1 & 2, June & Dec.2008, pp.39-49
  • Media Coverage of Legal Proceeding Vis-à-vis Freedom of Speech and Expression and it Influence on Criminal Justice Policy, Journal of the Institute of Human Rights on Criminal Justice and Human Rights, Institute of Human Rights, Jaripatka, Vol. XII, No. 1, June 2009, pp.143- 157
  • Protection of Rights of Girl Child in India: Issues and Perspectives, IPRA, Vol.III/Issue 1/Jan- Mar.2009, pp.5-14, ISSN: 0975-0568.
  • Climate Change and the Changing Politics of Kyoto Protocol: An Overview, Legal Gauge, Vol. V, 2009-2010, p.68
  • Impact of Global Warming on Agricultural Production in India, Research Analysis and Evaluation, ISSN: 0975 – 3486, Vol.1, Issue 13, Oct. 2010, p.67
  • Rights of Farmers: A Legal and Human Rights Perspective with Reference to Vidharbha Region in Maharashtra, IPRA, ISSN 0975-0568, Vol.4, Issue 3, Jul- Dec. 2010, p.23-43
  • Trial By Media: A Colorable Exercise of Media Rights, in Legal Gauge, Vol. VI, 2010-11, GH Raisoni Law School, Nagpur, pp.61 – 70
  • “Right to Food of Vulnerable Groups” Journal of the Institute of Human Rights, Vol.13, No.1, June, 2010, pp.14-29.
  • “Genetically Modified Crops: Challenges of Food Security and Safety”, in Cochin University Law Review, Vol. XXXV, March – June 2011, No. 1 & 2, pp.1-27. ISSN 09700331.
  • Challenges to Higher Education in India: A Legal Perspective, Research Link, ISSN: 0973-1628, Vol. X (2), April -2011, pp.174-176
  • Genetically Modified Crops: An International and National Perspective, SodhaPravaha, ISSN : 2231 – 4113, Vol.1, Issue 4, October 2011, pp.58-62
  • Relevance of Environmental Ethics and Philosophy for the Protection of Environment and Sustainable Development, Pramana Research Journal, ISSN: 2249-2976, No.1, Issue 2, Oct-Dec.2011, pp.86-90
  • Natural Resource Accounting As An Instrument for Environmental and Economic Sustainability, ShodhPrerak, ISSN 2231-413X, No. I, Issue 4, October 2011, p.53
  • Minority Rights in India and Its Relevance in Contemporary Times, Journal of Minorities, ISSN 2229 – 3663, 2 (2) 2011, pp.57-64
  • Reproductive Cloning in Human Beings: A Challenge to Human Rights, Golden Research Thought, ISSN: 2031 – 5063 Vol.1, Issue VI, Dec. 2011, p.1
  • Violation of Rights of Girl Child in India and the Legal Remedies: An Overview, ManavAdhikarPatrika, Chhattisgarh State Human Rights Commission Journal, 2011, pp.90 -98
  • Exploring the Human Rights Dimensions of Sustainable Development, The Legal Analyst, ISSN 2231 – 5594, Vol. 1, No. 02, July-Dec.2011, p.63
  • Tribal Rights Over Natural Resources in India: An Environmental and Human Rights Perspective, Indian Human Rights Law Review, Vol.2, No.2, Dec.2011, pp.247-265 (ISSN 2230-7036)
  • Public Trust Doctrine: A Repository of Governmental Obligations to Protect the Environment, Indian Journal of Applied Research, ISSN: 2249 -555X, Vol.1, Issue 6, March 2012, p.133
  • Higher Education in India: Legal Issues and Challenges, Contemporary Discourse, 3, 1 (2012), pp.7-13 (ISSN 0976-3686)
  • “Contentious Issues in Surrogacy: Legal and Ethical Perspectives in India”, in Christ University Law Journal, Vol.1, No.1, July- Dec.2012, pp.117-126. (ISSN 2278-4322)
  • “Protection and Promotion of Rights of Youth: An Agenda for Human Rights Defenders”, Co-authored article in ManavAdhikarPatrika (Chhattisgarh State Human Rights Commission Journal) September 2012, pp.30-36. (Co-authored Article)
  • “Alternative Dispute Resolution Mechanism: A Tool for Ensuring Environmental Justice in India”, in SP. Law Review, Vol.1, Jan. 2013 (ISSN:2276-7811) pp.18-22.
  • “Developing a Right Based Legal Framework for Ensuring Right to Water in India,” Cochin University Law Review, Vol. 37, Number 1& 2, March- June 2013, ISSN No. 0970-0331
  • “Protection of Elderly People: A Moral and Legal Obligation of State and Individuals”, ManavAdhikarPathrika, July -2013, Chhattisgarh State Human Rights Commission Journal. (Co-authored Article)
  • “It is Better to be Safe than Sorry: Application of Precautionary Principle for the Protection and Conservation of Natural Resources”, International Journal of Business, Management and Social Sciences, Vol. 2, Issue 8 (IV), April-2013, p.36, ISSN No. 2249-7463
  • “Emerging Dimensions of Right to Health in India: An Analytical Study,” Kerala University Journal Of Legal Studies, Department of Law, University of Kerala, Vol. VI, 2013, P. 67-89, ISSN 2278-2702.
  • ‘Development Induced Displacement: Legal and Human Rights Perspectives,”Bharati Law Review, Vol II- Issue 2, Oct-Dec 2013, p.71, ISSN No. 2278-6996
  • “Right to Free Legal Aid in India and the Draft Bill of Legal Practitioners Act, 2010: A Critical Appraisal”, Legal News and Views, Vol. 28, No. 1, Jan. 2014, p.2(ISSN 227-5323)
  • “ Food Safety Measures Under WTO Framework- Response by India: An Analysis,” ShodhMimansa, Vol.1 No. 2, 2014, p.26- 32, ISSN 2393-820X
  •  “Administration of Justice According to Law: A Critical Appraisal of Judicial Decision making in India, ”MATS University Law Journal, Volume 1, Issue 1, 2016, MATS University, p. 101- 101, ISSN No. 2250-3889

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