GNLU, Gandhinagar has a long standing experience of quality legal education in India. The University with the objective of delivering value legal education has been involved in providing quality legal research drafting, training and education to law students and the other stakeholders including professionals. With the objective of providing a wholesome academia industry interaction, GNLU has established a Research Fellowship on International Contracts, sponsored by the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited in the year 2013. The objective of the Fellowship is to bring about a joint consensus of the tri patria of academics, industry and International affiliations. The Fellowship till date has contributed immensely to the legal fraternity, by contributions in the form of Research material and literature in the form of Books.
Having recognized the need of the legal fraternity to gain an insight into this upcoming field of law and commerce, this Research Fellowship ensures dedication to provide a forum for research, study, debate and discussion related to International Contracts. GNLU affirms the importance of University-Industry research collaboration by launching a competitive call under this topic. GNLU-ONGC research collaborations have a long tradition and have brought forward excellent results for both sides as well as for society at large. For entities in order to stay competitive and profitable access to research facilities, human resources and new ideas are important. By teaming up with a GNLU these needs can be met. On the other hand, GNLU has gained reputation by its ability to attract businesses interested in accessing their knowledge, talents, as well as their physical research infrastructure. Thus, cross-fertilizing research relationships between GNLU and ONGC will enable both entities to sustain growth in their areas.
India has long been in the process of becoming an open economy, and day-by day it`s economy is becoming heavily dependent upon international trade for its prosperity. Consequently, Indian businesses are increasingly contracting with parties overseas. On 19th February, 2013, the U.K. Prime Minister, David Cameron called on India to open up sectors such as insurance, banking, retail etc., more to overseas investment and make it easier for foreign companies to do business here, as he began a three-day visit to the South Asian nation. This directly puts the spotlight on internationalization of contract laws so as to enable global outreach.
Being an upcoming field of study, and more-so-ever in India, there are unchartered territories in the field of International Contracts, which this endeavor of Gujarat National Law University strives to explore and share with the International forum.
Assistant Professor of Law, GNLU-ONGC Fellowship on International
Email: pbaskey@gnlu.ac.in
Book on International Contracts: Laws governing trade between businesses in different jurisdictions have existed since the thriving of the merchant culture in the medieval period. As businesses have grown beyond national borders, and business relations have expanded and deepened, the legal dimensions of business have had to follow suit and acquire an international dimension. International Contract Law concerns itself with the legal rules relating to cross-border agreements. While it leaves much to party autonomy, it provides certain defined legal standards and rules for parties to abide by should they choose to, and for the settlement of disputes should they arise. India has long been in the process of becoming an open economy, and day-by-day her economy is becoming heavily dependent upon international trade for her prosperity. Consequently, Indian businesses are increasingly contracting with parties overseas.
Being an upcoming field of study, and more-so-ever in India, there are unchartered territories in the field of International Contracts, the exploration of which is the aim of this venture of the Research Scholarship in International Contracts, set up by the Gujarat National Law University, in collaboration with Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited. Having recognized the need of the legal fraternity to gain an insight into this upcoming field of law and commerce, this Research Scholarship has dedicated itself to providing a forum for research, study, debate and discussion related to International Contracts.
The publication has been edited by Prof Dr Bimal Patel, Prof Dr Mamata Biswal and Dr Joshua Aston.
The 1st GNLU-ONGC International Essay Competition on International Contracts, was conducted with the theme "Recent Trends in International Contract, Jurisdictional Issues and the Global Commercial and Investment Governance" was successfully conducted and completed, and the results declared, in April 2014. The aim of the competition was to encourage the dissemination of viewpoints of contributors on various aspects of International Contracts and recent developments taking place across the globe in international transactions. In order to generate greater awareness and interest in this topic in India, the Research Scholarship has brought out the best contributions to the essay competition in the form of a publication, which will serve as a guide to novices in this field of law, and throw some light on burning issues relating to the same. We hope that it will be a step towards greater dialogue and debate in the years to come.
Coming soon.
| S. No | Activity Type | Objective and outcome | Target Audience/ Stakeholders |
| 1. | National Seminar- “Legal aspect of Oil and Gas Sector” | Publication will be of the articles which would give in depth discussion on the enhancement of oil and Gas sector in India | Students of Indian Universities and Law Colleges pursuing Undergraduate and Post Graduate Studies and Academicians. |
| 2. | Case Digest | Major Legal Issues decided by the Supreme Court and High courts in the past 10 years regarding the Oil and Gas sector. | ONGC |
| 3. | Quiz Competition – “ Contracts Law – Olympiad” | To give an opportunity to the students to have an In-depth study of The: Indian Contract Act 1872. (S. 1 to S. 266) | Students of Indian Universities and Law Colleges pursuing Undergraduate and Post Graduate Studies. |
| 4. | 2nd GNLU – ONGC International Essay Competition On International Contracts. | It is one of a kind Essay Competition on International Contracts | |
| 5. | Training Programme by IACCM Oil and Gas Contracting in Practice program | Equips practitioners with the skills and knowledge they need to implement Oil and Gas practices effectively within organizations. The course encourages a blend of technical capabilities and key behavioral competencies within the specialist field of the energy industry | ONGC officials responsible for Contract Management |
| 6. | Manual Publication on International Contracts Laws on Oil and Natural Gas Contracts Management. | Publish a Manual on International Contract Management Laws to be used as guidelines by Oil and Natural Gas Corporations and Industries, Contact management Experts. | ONGC officials responsible for Contract management |
Certificate Course on International Contracts: The Certificate Course was conducted from 21st to 23rd November, 2014. The participants included students from various law schools, practicing lawyers, academicians etc. The Resource persons for this Certificate Course included Dr. Nilima Bhadbhade, Associate Professor, ILS Law College, Pune, Dr. R. K. Singh, Assistant Professor of Law, GNLU and Dr. Joshua N. Aston, Assistant Professor of Law.
Assistant Professor of Law,
Legal Research Repository GNLU-ONGC Fellowship on International Contracts
Email: pbaskey@gnlu.ac.in
