Mr. Shailesh Pandey

Assistant Professor

Phone: 7974834669

Date of Joining: 13.08.2025

Education

B.COM LL.B. (5-Year Integrated Course), Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur
LL.M., Hidayatullah National Law University, Raipur
UGC-NET and JRF (Law)
Chhattisgarh State Eligibility Test (CG-SET 2024)

Courses Taught

Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
Law of Torts
Interpretation of Statutes
Labour Law-I

Publications

Research Papers / Journal Articles

1. “Navigating Digital Arrest under India’s Cyberforensics Framework: Complexities, Legal Gaps, and Pathways Forward” NFSU Journal of Forensics Justice, Vol. 4, Issue I, January–June 2025
2. “AI-driven Automation of Legal Aid Platforms for Democratizing Access to Justice in India”, Journal of Madhya Pradesh and Social Sciences, Vol. 30, No. 1, Jan–June 2025, UGC CARE List Group I, Impact Factor 7.3
3. “Integrating Dharma Principles into Clinical Legal Education: A Traditional Diagnosis of Contemporary Challenges” DBRANLU Law Review, Vol. 1, Special Issue on Indianization of Legal System, ISSN: 3107-9954
4. “Envisioning the Role of Law School Legal Aid Clubs in Advancing Voluntary Legal Aid in India”, AJASRAA, Vol. 13, No. 10 (October 2024), UGC CARE Listed
5. “Evaluating the Impact of Nyaya Bandhu Initiative: A Critical Review of Pro-Bono Clubs in Bridging The Gap in Access to Justice in India” Ideal Journal of Legal Studies, Vol. 15, No. 15, August 2025
6. “Social Security for the Digital Age: Evaluating Provisions Contained in The Social Security Code of 2020 for the Protection of Gig Workers in India” DBRANLU Law Review, Vol. 1, Issue 1 (Peer-Reviewed Journal), 2025
7. “Re-evaluating the ‘Creamy Layer’ Exclusion in SC/ST Reservations: A Counterargument” Economic and Political Weekly, Vol. LIX, No. 34, August 24, 2024, Part of UGC-CARE list/ Scopus
8. “Compensatory Afforestation in India vis-à-vis Forest (Conservation) Rules, 2022” HPNLU Journal of Environment and Disaster Management (Online), Vol. III, ISSN: 2583-1429
9. “क्लिनिकल विधिक शिक्षा में ‘लीगल एड क्लीनिक’ के प्रायोगिक अनुभवों का समावेश: अवसर व चुनौतियां”, Kamkus Law Journal, Vol. 6, 2022, ISSN: 2582-1156, UGC Care Listed
10. “Role of AI in Transforming Legal Service Sector: Innovations, Challenges, & Future Directions” in the RMLNLU CMET (Communication, Media, Entertainment and Technology) Law Journal, published by Eastern Book Company

Book Chapters (Selected)

1. “Emerging Challenges in AI-Enhanced HR Management and Its Impact on Employee Rights: A Critical Appraisal” In: Proceedings of the International Conference on Sustainable Business Practices and Innovative Models (ICSBPIM-2025), Vol. 349 Publisher: Springer Nature, ISBN: 9464638729
2. “Shifting Grounds in Exploring Diverse Approaches to AI Regulation: Comparative Analysis of Google, EU, and IFLA Perspectives on AI Policy” (Scopus Indexed), In: Modern Perspectives on Artificial Intelligence and Law, IGI Global, SCOPUS indexed, DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-9576-9.ch011
3. “From Chain of Custody to Chain of Blocks: An Indian Perspective on Blockchain-Based Digital Forensics Evidence Management”, In: Blockchain, Cryptocurrency and Fintech, Publisher: HNLU Press, ISBN: 978-81-968236-8-9
4. “Digital Lending in India: Regulatory Challenges and Opportunities for Fintech in India”, In: Contemporary Research in Commerce and Management, Vol. II, R. P. Publications, Year: 2025, ISBN: 978-93-91580-90-2
5. “Ensuring Equal Access to Justice: Analysis of the State of Legal Aid for Undertrial Prisoners in India” In: From Cells to Society: Prison Reforms and Human Rights, Crown Publishing, Year: 2024, ISBN: 9364266854
6. “The Emergence of AI-based Consumer Grievance Redressal for E-Commerce Transactions in India: A Legal Perspective” In: Artificial Intelligence in Perspective of Commerce and Management, P.K. Publishers and Distributors, 2023
7. “Control on Fake News vis-à-vis IT Rules 2021: A Critical Analysis” In: Contemporary Indian Laws: Issues and Challenges, KAAV Publication, 2023, ISBN: 978-93-88996-72-3
8. “Navigating the Intersection of Digital Ethics and Human Rights: A Contemporary Perspective” In: Human Rights Versus Digital Rights, Publisher: JC Publications, Year: 2023, ISBN: 978-81-973834-5-8
PAPER PRESENTATIONS AT CONFERENCES / SEMINARS / WORKSHOPS
I. INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCES
A. Pro Bono through Legal Clinics in University presented at the 12th Asia Pro-Bono Conference 2023, organized by the Asia Pro-Bono Conference & BABSEACLE, Philippines (1st – 3rd December 2023).
B. Land-for-jobs Dilemma: Unveiling Labour Rights Violation of Tribal Communities in Coal-Bearing Regions of Chhattisgarh in Central India, presented at the CERIC Doctoral Conference on Sustainable Development, organised by the University of Leeds, Woodhouse (UK) (23rd May 2025).
C. Assessing the Implementation of the Right to Education Act in Conflict-Affected Tribal Districts of Chhattisgarh: An Empirical Analysis presented at the 3rd International Conference on Advancing Sustainable Futures (ICASF 2025), organized by Abu Dhabi University, Abu Dhabi, UAE (11th December 2025).
D. Study on Commercial Witchcraft Allegations vis-à-vis the Laws Prevailing in India presented at the International Conference on Harmful Practices Related to Accusations of Witchcraft and Ritual Attacks: Challenges for Marginalized Groups, organized by Staffordshire University, Lancaster University, Virtual (15th & 16th May 2023).
E. Initiatives to Enhance Functioning of Legal Aid in Legal Education Institutions presented at the INCLE International Virtual Conference 2023, organized by ROYA Institute for Global Justice and INCLE, Virtual (14 May 2023).

II. INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCES (Organised in India)

i. Scope of Regulatory Control in Aquaculture Practices in M.P. & C.G., presented at the International Conference on International Trade in Marine Life and Fisheries, organised by HNLU Raipur & Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute, HNLU Raipur (25th – 26th March 2023).
ii. Balancing Tribal Community Rights & Tiger Conservation in M.P. presented at the International Conference at ICFAI University, Dehradun (28th & 29th April 2023).
iii. Study on Participatory Democracy & Basic Structure vis-à-vis NJAC Verdict presented at the National Conference (Online) on Basic Structure Doctrine in Commemoration of 50th Anniversary of Keshavananda Bharati Decision, organized by AL AZHAR Law College & IQAC, Online (29th & 30th April 2023).
iv. Compensatory Afforestation in India vis-à-vis Forest (Conservation) Rules, 2022 presented at the Two-Day International Conference on Environmental Rule of Law and Justice, organized by the Centre for Environment and Disaster Management (CEDM), HPNLU, Shimla, HP (3rd – 4th June 2023).
v. Strengthening Cyber Forensics to Bring Dark-Web-Based Criminals to Justice presented at the International Conference on Forensics Justice, organized by ICSSR & National Forensic Science University, Gandhinagar, Gujarat (16th & 17th September 2023).
vi. Bypassing the Indigenous Voice: Examining the Implications of Diluted Gram Sabha Clearance Requirement in the Forest Conservation Rules, 2022 presented at the International Conference on Green Governance, Climate Justice, Trade & Environmental Rights: Constitutional & Legal Perspectives, organized by Hidayatullah National Law University, Raipur (5th June 2024).
vii. Integrating Access to Justice Education within Indian Secondary School Legal Literacy Curriculum presented at the 3rd International Virtual Conference on Clinical Legal Education, Legal Aid and Human Rights, organised by the Indian Network for Clinical Legal Education (INCLE) in association with ROYA Institute for Global Justice, BABSEACLE and Knowledge Steez, Virtual (20th April 2025).
viii. The Emerging Role of AI to Transform Legal Service Delivery: Innovations, Challenges and Future Prospects presented at the International Conference on Constitution@75: Evolving Text, Context & Transformations – Rights, Governance & Technology in Focus, organized by Hidayatullah National Law University (HNLU), Raipur (25th & 26th January 2025).
ix. BEST PRESENTER At Tribal Women’s Equal Rights in Chhattisgarh: Navigating Judicial Oversight of Customary Law for Promoting Gender Equality, presented at the 14th International Conference on Human Rights & Gender Justice 2025, organised by Knowledge Steez EduHub LLP in collaboration with CASH, RGNUL, and Nelson Mandela University (South Africa), Hybrid (7th September 2025).
x. Legal Empowerment as a Strategy for Addressing Mining-Induced Displacement in Tribal Communities in Chhattisgarh’s Coal Mining Areas, presented at the International Conference on Synergies of Law and Economics: Pathways to Viksit Bharat 2047, organized by National Law Institute University, Bhopal & Madhya Pradesh Rajya NITI Aayog, Bhopal (1st & 2nd November 2025).

III. NATIONAL CONFERENCES IN INDIA

i. Evaluating The Efficacy Of IBC 2016 In Addressing Corporate Willful Defaulters And Protecting Public Sector Banks presented at the National Conclave on Insolvency & Bankruptcy Laws (NCIBL), organized by NALSAR University of Law and IBBI, Hyderabad (12th – 13th April 2025): Second Runner Up – Best Research Paper Award.
ii. Rights of Women to Sexual Health and Choices: A Jurisprudential Conundrum presented at the One Day National Seminar (Hybrid Mode), organized by HNLU Raipur in collaboration with the National Commission for Women (NCW), New Delhi, Raipur (25th March 2023).
iii. Study on Bonded Child Begging as a Form of Modern Slavery in India presented at the National Seminar on Bonded Labour & Modern Slavery, organized by Bharati Vidyapeeth, Pune (2nd May 2023).
iv. Scrutinizing Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act, 2022 presented at the National Symposium on Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act, 2022, organized by Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU), Mumbai (6th May 2023).
v. Emerging Threats of Dark-Web-Based Cyber Crime: Challenges to Cyber Space Jurisdiction presented at the HNLU National Conference on Cyber Law and Cyber Security, organized by Hidayatullah National Law University, Raipur (9th September 2023).
vi. Impact of the Abuse of Political Power of the Governor on Federalism in India presented at the National Seminar on Federalism in India 2023, organized by SVKM’s NMIMS School of Law, Hyderabad (14th October 2023).
vii. Impact of Labour Court 2020 in Safeguarding Interest of GIG Workers in India presented at the National Conference on New Labour Codes 2020, organized by RGNUL & Court of Haryana, Patiala & Chandigarh (27th October 2023).
viii. Menstrual Leave: A Tool for Promoting Inclusivity at Workplace in India presented at the National Conference on Human Rights, organized by Hidayatullah National Law University, Raipur (10th December 2023).
ix. Bridging the Gap: Challenges in Strengthening Legal Aid Accessibility for Senior Citizens in Civil Cases – An Indian Perspective presented at the National Seminar on Senior Citizens and Elderly People: Legal, Social and Ethical Perspectives, organized by RGNUL Patiala and ICSSR North-Western Regional Centre, Patiala & Chandigarh (19th March 2024).
x. Nyaya Bandhu Programme: Panacea or Placebo? A Critical Assessment of the Activities of Law School Pro-bono Clubs in India presented at the National Seminar on the Role of Higher Education Institutions in Advancing Access to Justice, organized by the Centre for Legal Aid Programme (CLAP) in collaboration with Pro Bono Club, NUSRL, Ranchi (22nd March 2024).
xi. Policing the Shadows: Legal Framework Analysis for Combating Indian Dark Web Drug Trade presented at the One-Day National Seminar on Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances: Exploring Policy, Ethics, and Social Impact, organized by GD Goenka University in collaboration with Stateman Law Partners, Gurgaon (5th April 2024).
xii. Role of Institutional Pro Bono Clubs in Promoting Voluntary Legal Aid presented at the National Pro Bono Conference, organized by SOIP, IIT Kharagpur, West Bengal (7th – 8th April 2024).
xiii. Bridging the Protection Gap: The Regulatory Response to Occupational Accident Insurance for Gig Workers in India presented at the National Seminar on New Labour Codes 2020, organized by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Law University, Sonepat and V.V. Giri National Labour Institute, Sonepat & Noida (20th March 2024).
xiv. India’s FDI Landscape Post-Hindenburg Report: Restoring Investor Trust and Confidence Through Regulatory Overhaul presented at the National Conference on Law and Policy on Investments in India: Issues and Challenges, organized by Tamil Nadu National Law University (TNNLU), Tiruchirappalli (5th October 2024 – Hybrid Mode).
xv. Role of Technology for AI for Ensuring Access to Pre-Trial Legal Aid for Victims presented at the 2nd Victim Support Asia Conference: Mapping Victim Support Strategies in the Asian Region, organized by National Law University, Delhi (9th – 10th November 2024). Remarks: Certificate of Paper Presentation.
xvi. Imparting Social Justice through Clinical Legal Education: A Delusion or a Distant Dream presented at the 2nd Law Conference on “75 Years of the Indian Constitution: Reflection, Resilience and Road Ahead”, organized by Xavier Law School, XIM University, Bhubaneswar (24th & 25th January 2025).
xvii. Shaping Access to Justice: The Role of Supreme Court Judgments in Strengthening the Right to Free Legal Aid in India presented at the National Conference on Seventy Five Years of the Supreme Court of India and World ILP Day, organized by HNLU Raipur, Raipur (28th April 2025).
xviii. Enhancing Habitat Rights and Legal Empowerment of PVTGs in Chhattisgarh through State Interventions presented at the National Conference on “Human Rights in Transition: Contemporary Challenges”, organized by Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur, C.G. (7th – 8th March 2025).
xix. Harmonizing Consumer Forum and RERA Court Jurisdictions in Buyer Builder Disputes presented at the One Day Online International Conference on “Exploring Infrastructure Landscape: Challenges, Opportunities & the Road Ahead”, organized by Hidayatullah National Law University (HNLU), Raipur (5th April 2025).
xx. From Compass to Victor to SUPACE: A Comparative Perspective on Predictive Analytics in Judicial Decision Support presented at the Emerging Jurisprudence of AI- The Sociolegal Context – One Day International Conference, organized by the Centre for AI and Law, HNLU, Raipur (20th September 2025).
xxi. Co-chaired Session (TC-13 Bridging Capacity, Interdisciplinary Collaborations) at the 2-Day International Conference on the Interface of Forensic Science in Law, organized by the Center for Law and Forensics, HNLU, Raipur (7th – 8th November 2025).
xxii. Constitutional Values through a Tribal Lens (Invited Talk) delivered at the National Seminar on Nyayaspandana: Empowering Legal Literacy, organized by Int. Sai Seva Trust (NGO), Pan-India (24th August 2025).
xxiii. Empowering Communities Through Legal Aid: Challenges and Opportunities (Invited Talk) delivered at the Workshop for Pro Bono Club Members, organized by Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur, C.G. (27th January 2025).
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