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Assistant Professor LL.B, LL.M., Ph.D. (UGC-NET) School of Indian Legal Thought Mahatma Gandhi University |
Qualification:
Ph.D. (“Reproductive Justice and Traditional Knowledge: A Study of Traditional Reproductive Health Care Practices in Kerala”), School of Indian Legal Thought, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala.
LL.M. specializing in Intellectual Property Rights and Maritime Law (Fifth Position), School of Legal Studies, CUSAT. Thesis: “Traditional Knowledge: Issues of Delineation and Ownership.”
BA LL.B. (Hons.) (Third Position), School of Indian Legal Thought.
Teaching Experience:
Assistant Professor (Contract): School of Indian Legal Thought, Mahatma Gandhi University (16-07-2026 to Present).
Assistant Professor: CSI College for Legal Studies, Kanakkary (June 2022 – May 2026).
Articles & Chapters:
“Reproductive Justice to Transgenders: The Mythical Factor of Disqualification”, Journal of Polity & Society, Vol. 12(1), 175-181, 2020 (ISSN: 0976-0210).
“Pharmaceutical Data Protection in India: A Critical Evaluation”, Journal of Indian Legal Thought, Vol. 11(2), Special Edition on Access to Health Care, 553-564, 2017 (ISSN: 2249-9989).
“Nature and Content of Traditional Knowledge: An Analysis”, Cochin University Law Review, Vol. XL, 157-173, 2016 (ISSN: 0970-0331).
“Role of Law in Destroying Traditional Medicinal Knowledge”, in Freedom as a Right: The New Perspectives (Edited Volume), School of Indian Legal Thought, Mahatma Gandhi University, 195-203, 2023 (ISBN: 978-93-80419-77-0).
“Development, Gender and State: The invisibility of Transgenders”, in Economic Growth and Sustainable Development: Emerging Trends, SDMIMD, Mysuru, 130-138, 2021 (ISBN: 978-93-83302-50-5).
“Human Rights of the Elderly: International Perspective”, in Ageing Gracefully: A Multi-Disciplinary Perspective (Edited Volume), Southern Book Star, 355-363, 2017 (ISBN: 978-81-86660-30-0).
Paper Presentations (International):
“Role of Law in Destroying Traditional Medicinal Knowledge”, Two-Day International Conference on Evolving Jurisprudence of Freedom as a Right in the Modern Era, organized by SILT, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, 9th–10th August 2023.
“Development, Gender and State: The invisibility of Transgenders”, 6th International Conference on Economic Growth and Sustainable Development: Emerging Trends, organised by SDMIMD, Mysuru, India, 25-26 November 2021.
“Role of VIP Treaty at Marrakesh in A2K movement: An Analysis”, International Conference on Person Centred Approach: A Gandhian Perspective, organized by School of Gandhian Thought and Development Studies, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, 8th–9th January 2019.
“Protection of Traditional Knowledge in Relation to Medicinal Plants: A Critical Appraisal of International and National Legal Framework”, International Conference on Agro biodiversity and 20 Years of WTO, organized by Tamil Nadu Dr. Ambedkar Law University, Chennai, 28th–30th January 2015.
Paper Presentations (National):
“Her Body, Her Choice- the need for Reproductive Justice in India.” One Day National Seminar on Democracy, Constitution and Social Justice, Nadukani, 16th January 2025.
“Reproductive Justice, the way forward from inaccessible fundamental rights of Indian women.” Two-Day National Seminar on The Seven Decades of Indian Constitution: The Quest for Social Justice, Changanassery, 24th-25th November 2022.
“Critical evaluation of the raising need of Data Exclusivity: Special reference to pharmaceutical Test Data in India”, National Seminar on Access to Health Care in Modern Era: Changing Dimensions, organized by SILT, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, 13th–15th March 2016.
“Testing the Feasibility of Marrakesh Treaty: A SWOT Analysis”, National Conference on Visually Impaired and Copyright Regime, CUSAT, Cochin, 5th March 2016.
“Determination of Relevant Market in Competition Law: Special Reference to the Software Market in India”, Two-Day National Seminar on Protection of Consumer Welfare in India: The Role of Competition Law and Consumer Law, CUSAT, Cochin, 27th–28th February 2015.
“Effectiveness of Arrest of Ship as An Enforcement Mechanism”, Two-Day National Workshop on Arrest of Ships in India, CUSAT, Cochin, 20th–21th February 2015.
“Human Rights of the Elderly: An International Perspective”, National Seminar on Ageing Gracefully: A Multi-Disciplinary Perspective, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, 24th–25th November 2014.
“Right to Shared Household”, National Seminar on Family as an Institution: Modern Realities and Trends in Law, SILT, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, 28th February–2nd March 2013.
“State Responsibility for Parental Care”, National Seminar on Rights of Children, SILT, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, 23rd–25th February 2012.
Workshops Attended:
One-Day Panel Discussion on “Digital Creativity in Entertainment Industry and Intellectual Property Rights”, CUSAT, Cochin, 26th April 2016.
Three-Day State Level Workshop on “The Identification of Socio-Legal Issues faced by Tribes in Kerala”, CUSAT, Cochin, 21st–23rd March 2016.
Two-Day Workshop on “Empirical Legal Research”, CUSAT, Cochin, 26th–27th February 2016.
One-Day Workshop on “Protection of Traditional Knowledge Associated with Genetic Resources: International and National Initiatives”, CUSAT, Cochin, 25th January 2016.
One-Day Workshop on “Patent Claim Construction”, CUSAT, Cochin, 14th November 2015.
Two-Day National Workshop on “Arrest of Ships in India: Legal Constraints and Challenges”, CUSAT, Cochin, 20th–21st February 2015.
One-Day Workshop on “Hearsay Evidence and Civil Procedure”, CUSAT, Cochin, 22nd November 2014.
Professional Development Programmes:
Online Researcher Development Programme (RDP) organised by Mahatma Gandhi University Library, 27th September–1st October 2021.
One Week Online Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on “Legal Research Methodology: Interdisciplinary Approaches” organised by UGC STRIDE, SILT, Mahatma Gandhi University, 27th September–1st October 2021.
Professional Experience & Leadership:
Practiced as an Advocate at the High Court of Kerala and various other courts, tribunals, and forums before joining academia.
Content Developer, “Dakshayani Velayudhan Digital Archive for Constitutionalism and Gender Rights”, an initiative by Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam.
Student Editor, Cochin University Law Review (CULR), handled responsibilities including proofreading and editing (2015–2016).
Student Co-ordinator, National Conference on “Visually Impaired and Copyright Regime” (2016) and Two-Day National Workshop on “Arrest of Ships in India: Legal Constraints and Challenges” (2015).
National Service Scheme (NSS) Volunteer (2011-2013); Awarded Best Volunteer Designation for exceptional service across multiple programs organized by the Law Department Students Union, SILT (2010).
Maritime Law
Land Laws
Law of Torts
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Health Law
Information Technology Law
Criminal Law I
Criminal Law II
Law of Criminal Procedure II
Judicial Process
International Trade Law
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