Department of Laws

DEPARTMENT OF LAWS

Name: Dr. Pawan Kumar Designation: Assistant Professor-in-Law Date of Birth: 06.11.1975 Gender: Male Specialization: Constitutional and Administrative Law Educational Qualifications: B.Com, LL.M., M.M.C., Ph.D. Email IDs: [email protected]; [email protected] Teaching Experience: Sr. Name of the Institution Designation From To No. 1 National Institute of Law, Lecturer 23.07.2004 12.01.2005 Faridabad 2 Vivekananda Institute of Lecturer 13.01.2005 29.03.2007 Professional Studies, New Delhi 3 Faculty of Law, Kurukshetra Lecturer 30.03.2007 26.07.2007 University, Kurukshetra 4 Department of Laws, BPS Assistant 26.07.2007 Till date Women University, Khanpur Professor Kalan, Sonepat Administrative Experience: 1. Nodal Officer, Legal Cell of BPS Women University, Khnpur Kalan, Sonipat from 15.09.2017 to 23.01.2019. 2. Nodal Officer (Legal, Grievances and RTI), BPS Women University from 15.01.2020 to date. Research Project: 1. Completed a University Grants Commission, New Delhi sponsored research project titled “Honour Killings in Haryana: A Socio-Legal Critique” in 2014. Organization of Training Programme: 1. Organized one day training programme sponsored by National Human Rights Commission, New Delhi on “Human Rights for Women under Indian Constitutional Law” in 2011. Research Guidance (Ph.D.): No. of Class Title of Research Students 1. Ph.D. in Law Honour Killing: Law and Social Order in Haryana (Completed) 2. Ph.D. in Law Protection for Child Rights in India: An Evaluation from 2010- (Ongoing) 2018

Publications in Journals and Books: 1. Authored a paper titled “Evolution of Right to Privacy under Indian Constitutional Law: A Comparative Study” published in Maharshi Dayanand University Law Journal, Vol. 32, 2019. 2. Authored a paper titled “Legal and Social Justice under Indian Constitutional Law-Some Reflections” published in Gujarat National Law University Journal of Law, Development and Politics, Vol. 6, Isssue 2, 2016. 3. Authored a paper titled “Character of Indian Constitutionalism: Need to Strengthen Participatory Parliamentary Democracy” published in Kurukshetra Law Journal, Vol. 6, 2016. 4. Authored a paper titled “Educational Rights of Minorities under Indian Constitutional Law: Judicial Trends” published in Kurukshetra Law Journal, Vol. 5, 2015. 5. Authored a paper titled “Right to Health under Indian Constitutional Law: A Critique” published in Sodha Pravaha (A Multidisciplinary Research Journal), Vol. 4, Issue 4, 2014. 6. Authored a paper titled “A Reflection on Rule of Law in India” published in Kurukshetra Law Journal, Vol. 4, 2014. 7. Authored a paper titled “Market Democracy in India: The Dilemmas for Law and Development” published in Rajiv Gandhi National Law University of Law Review, Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013. 8. Authored a paper titled “Religious Pluralism in Globalized India: A Constitutional Perspective” published in IOSR Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2012. 9. Authored a paper titled “Right to Food under Indian Constitutional Law: A Critical Study” published in Indian Socio-Legal Journal, Vol. 37, Issue 1&2, 2011. 10. Authored a paper titled “Legality of Narco-Analysis Test under Indian Constitutional Law: A Study” published in Madras Law Journal (Criminal), Vol. 62, Issue 4, 2010. 11. Authored a paper titled “Role of Judiciary in Protection of Human Rights under Indian Constitutional Law: Some Reflections” published in Maharshi Dayanand University Law Journal, Vol. 15, Issue 2 (A), 2010. 12. Authored a paper titled “Children Right to Education under Indian Constitutional Law: Some Reflections” published in Maharshi Dayanand University Law Journal, Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2009. 13. Authored a paper titled “Juvenile by Act or Appearance: Avertable Controversy Settled” published in Maharshi Dayanand University Law Journal, Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2005. 14. Authored a chapter titled “Right to Mental Healthcare under Indian Constitutional Law: Some Reflections” in a book titled “Successful Mental Health and Well-being” published by I.K. International Publishing House Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi. 15. Authored a chapter titled “Save and Educate Girl Child” in a book titled “Behavioural Aspects and Good Governance” published by The Readers Paradise, New Delhi. 16. Authored a chapter titled “Public Food Distribution System” in a book titled “Behavioural Aspects and Good Governance” published by The Readers Paradise, New Delhi. 17. Authored a chapter titled “LGBT People Democratic Rights under Indian and American Constitutional Law: A Study” in a book titled “Law and Society: The Indian Stories” published by Winshield Press, New Delhi.

18. Authored a chapter titled “Impact of Globalization on Legal Education in India: Some Reflections” in a book titled “Legal Education in India and Career in Law” published by Department of Law, Maharshi Dayanand University, Rothak. 19. Authored a chapter titled “Linguistic Consideration in Formation of States in India: A Federal Constitutional Perspective” in a book titled “Smaller States Social Justice” Published by Asia Law House, Hyderabad. 20. Authored a chapter titled “Right to Housing and Good Governance in India: Issues and Challenges” in a book titled “Urban Development and Governance: Issues, Concerns and Challenges” published by Rawat Publications, Jaipur. 21. Authored a chapter titled “Human Right to Privacy under Indian and American Constitutional law: Judicial Trends” in a book titled “Lifelong Learning & Human Rights” published by Department of Adult, Continuing Educaiton & Extension, University of Delhi, Delhi. 22. Authored a chapter titled “Protection of Fundamental Freedoms under Indian Constituion and European Convention: A Comparative Study” in a book titled “European Convention on Human Rights: Sixty Years and Beyond” published by New Century Publications, New Delhi. 23. Authored a paper titled “Role of Public Interest Litigation in Protection of Human Rights under Indian Constitutional Law” in a book titled “Human Rights and Social Security: Perspectives, Issues and Challenges” published by Manak Publications Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi. 24. Authored a paper titled “Intellectual Property Rights Regime under Indian Constitutional Law: Judicial Trends” in a book titled “Biodiversity to Biotechnology: Intellectual Property Rights” published by Narosa Publishing House Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi. 25. Authored a paper titled “Indian Constitutional Law Pertaining to Reservation in Jobs under the State: A Critical Analysis” in a book titled “Indian Constitution And Weaker Sections” published by Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar. 26. Authored a chapter titled “Disturbing Trends in Judicial Activism in India: Need to Ensure Standard and Accountability” in a seminar proceedings titled “International Conference on Transparency and Accountability in Governance: Issues and Challenges” published by National Law University, Delhi. Papers Presentations in International Conferences/Seminars /Workshops: 1. Presented a paper titled “Religious Politics in Indian Democracy: Challenges for Law and Society” in an international Conference organized by Uppsala University, Sweden, on 24- 26 April 2018. 2. Presented a paper titled “Right to Mental Health Care under Indian Constitutional Law: Some Reflections” in an international conference organised by Department of Applied Psychology, Pondicherry University, Pondicherry and Indian School Psychology Association, on 13-15 October 2016. 3. Presented a paper titled “Market Democracy and India: The Dilemmas for Law and Development” in an international seminar organised by School for Ambedkar Studies, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Central University, Lucknow, on 14-15 April 2013. 4. Presented a paper titled “Disturbing Trends in Judicial Activism in India: Need to Ensure Standard and Accountability” in an International Conference organized by National Law University Delhi, on 13-14 October, 2012.

5. Presented a paper titled “Human Right to Privacy under Indian and American Constitutional Law: Recent Judicial Trends” in an International Workshop organised by Department of Adult, Continuing Education & Extension, University of Delhi, Delhi, on December 22-24, 2011. 6. Presented a paper entitled “Human Rights in South Asian Association for Regional Co- operation Countries: A Legal Critique” in an International Conference organised by Faculty of Law, University of Delhi, Delhi, on February 25-26, 2011. 7. Presented a paper entitled “Religious Pluralism in a Globalized Corporate India: A Constitutional Perspective” in an International Conference organized by the Department of Christian Studies, University of Madras, Chennai, on September 29-30, 2010. 8. Presented a paper entitled “Anti-Competitive Trade Agreements under Indian Competition Act: A Constitutional Perspective” in an International Conference organized by Gujarat National Law University, Ahmedabad, on March 05-06, 2010. 9. Presented a paper entitled “ Protection of Fundamental Freedoms under Indian Constitution and European Convention: A Comparative Study” in an International Colloquium organized by the Department of Politics and International Studies, Pondicherry University, Pondicherry, on March 01-03, 2010. Papers Presentations in National Conferences/Seminars/Workshops: 1. Presented a paper titled “Compulsory Licensing in India: Pros and Cons” in a national seminar organized by Department of Laws, BPS Women University, Sonipat, on 07 February 2017. 2. Presented a paper titled “Strengthening Legal Framework to Restrain Criminalization of Indian Politics” in a national seminar organized by Faculty of Law, Jamina Millia Islamia, New Delhi, on 28 January 2017. 3. Presented a paper titled “LGBT People Democratic Rights under Indian and American Constitutional Law: A Study” in a national conference organized by Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab, on 23 April 2016. 4. Presented a paper titled “Social Justice in Public Employment under Indian Constitutional Law: A Critique” in a national seminar organized by Department of Laws, BPS Women University, Haryana, on 26 March 2016. 5. Presented a paper titled “Right to Know under Indian Constitutional Law” in a national seminar organized by Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab and State Information Commission, Punjab, on 31 October 2015. 6. Presented a paper titled “Legal Framework for Protection of Women against Sexual Harassment at Workplace in India” organized by Department of Laws, BPS Women University, Khanpur Kalna, Haryana, on 24-25 March 2015. 7. Presented a paper titled “Distorted Democracy in India: A Legal Critique” in a national seminar organized by Media Law Centre, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow, on 27-28 February 2015. 8. Presented a paper titled “Impact of Globalization on Legal Education in India: Some Reflections” in a national seminar organized by Department of Law, Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, on 21 February 2015. 9. Presented a paper titled “Indian Supreme Court on RTI Act: A Critique” in a national seminar organised by Department of Laws, BPS Women University, Sonipat and Divisional Training Centre, Haryana Institute of Public Administration, Rohtak, on 20.11.2014.

10. Presented a paper titled “Human Rights against Corruption: A Socio-Legal Critique” in a national seminar organized by Army Institute of Law, Mohali, on 19-20 September 2014. 11. Presented a paper titled “The Idea of Social Justice under Indian Constitutional Law-A Critique” in a national seminar organized by Department of Law, Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, on 08-09 March 2014. 12. Presented a paper titled “The Lokpal and Lokayukta Act: An Instrument to Combat Corruption in India” in a national seminar organized by Maharaja Agrasen Mahavidyalaya, Jagadhri, Haryana, on 07-08 February 2014. 13. Presented a paper titled “Strengthening Democracy through Public Interest Litigation in India: Recent Trends” in a national seminar organised by Department of Political Science, Kirori Mal College, University of Delhi, on 11-12 March 2013. 14. Presented a paper titled “Ambedkar, Distributive Justice and Indian Constitutional Law on Reservations: Some Reflections” in a National Seminar organized by Department of Philosophy, Pondicherry University, Pondicherry, on September 27-29, 2012. 15. Presented a paper titled “Challenges before National Integration and Communal Harmony in India: A Socio-Legal Critique” in a National Seminar organised by Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur National Integration Chair, Punjabi University, Patiala, on December 15-16, 2011. 16. Presented a paper entitled “Human Right to Privacy under Indian Constitutional Law: Emerging Judicial Trends” in a National Seminar organised by Department of Political Science, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, on November 23-24, 2011. 17. Presented a paper entitled “Role of Public Interest Litigation in ensuring the Right to Equality under Indian Constitutional Law: Recent Trends” in a Seminar organised by Faculty of Law, M.D. University, Rohtak, on December 26-27, 2010. 18. Presented a paper entitled “Right to Shelter and Good Governance in India: Issues and Challenges” in a National Seminar organised by Department of Sociology, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, on October 28-29, 2010. 19. Presented a paper entitled “Human Rights of Women under Indian Constitutional Law in a National Seminar organized by the Department of Public Administration, Punjabi University, Patiala, on January 18-19, 2010. 20. Presented a paper entitled “Status of Women under Indian Constitutional Law” in a Consultative Workshop organized by the Department of Politics and International Studies, Pondicherry University, Pondicherry, on December 3-4, 2009. 21. Presented a paper entitled “Role of Public Interest Litigation in Protection of Human Rights under Indian Constitutional Law” in a National Seminar organized by UGC Academic Staff College, Jamia Millia Islamia University, New Delhi, on November 24-25, 2009. 22. Presented a paper entitled “Establishment and Administration of Minority Educational Institutions under Indian Constitution: Emerging Judicial Trends” in a National Seminar organized by Faculty of Law, Choudhary Devi Lal University, Sirsa, Haryana, on March 20-21, 2009. 23. Presented a Paper entitled “Medical Negligence and the Consumer Protection Law in India: Judicial Trends” in a National Seminar organized by the Group of Adult Education, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, on March 28-29, 2008.

24. Presented a paper entitled “Deficiency in Service under the Indian Consumer Protection Act: A Brief Study” in a Regional Seminar organized by Department of Law, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra, Haryana, on February 3-4, 2007. 25. Presented a paper entitled “The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act: An Instrument of Gender Justice or Not” in a National Seminar organized by B.P.S. College of Under Graduate Studies, Khanpur Kalan, Sonepat, Haryana, on December 27-28, 2007. 26. Presented a paper entitled “Need for State Human Rights Commission in Haryana: A Just Cause” in a National Seminar organized by Pt. J.L.N. Government College, Faridabad, Haryana, on March 10-11, 2005. 27. Presented a paper in a National Seminar on “Consumer Protection Act: The Substantive Provisions and Role of Voluntary Organizations” organized by Department of Laws, Guru Nanak Dev University, Regional Campus, Jalandhar, Punjab, on March 12-13, 2005. 28. Presented a paper entitled “Impact of Globalization and Privatization on Part III and IV of the Indian Constitution” in a National Conference organized by All India Law Teachers Congress and Faculty of Law, M.D. University, Rohtak, Haryana, on April 30-May 1, 2005. 29. Presented a paper entitled “Indian Constitutional Law Pertaining to Reservation in Jobs under the State: A Critical Analysis” in a National Seminar organized by Department of Laws, Guru Nanak Dev University, Regional Campus, Jalandhar, Punjab, on November 27-28, 2004. State Level Committees: 1. Member, Committee to Examine First Statutes of NIILM University, Kaithal. 2. Member, Committee to Examine First Statutes of MVN University, Palwal. 3. Member, Committee to Examine First Statute of BML Munjal University, Haryana. 4. Member, Committee to Examine First Ordinance of MVN University, Palwal. 5. Member, Committee to Examine First Ordinance of G.D. Goenka University, Gurgaoan. 6. Member, Committee to Examine First Ordinance of SGGS Tricentenary University, Gurgoan. 7. Member, Committee to Examine First Ordinance of Baba Mast Nath University, Rohtak. 8. Member, Committee to Examine First Ordinance of SRM University, Sonipat. 9. Member, Committee to Examine First Ordinance of Apeejay Satya University, Gurgoan. University Level Committees 1. Member, Committee to Frame Statutes/Ordinances of BPS Women University. 2. Member, Committee to Recommend Logo for BPS Women University. 3. Member, Purchase Committee for Furniture for Various Institutions of BPS Women University in 2008. 4. Member, Committee to Frame Reservation Policy in BPS Women University in 2008. 5. Member, Department Research Committee for 2009-2011. 6. Member, PG/UG Board of Studies of the Department of Laws of the University from 2010-2012. 7. Member, Committee to Frame Rules for Administration in C.R.S. University, Jind. 8. Member, Committee for Drafting Tenders for University Commercial Shops in 2018. 9. Member, Committee on University Website Maintenance in 2018. 10. Member, Committee for Preparing Report on Absorption/ Rationalization of Staff in BPS Women University, Sonipat.

11. Member, Committee to Frame Joint-seniority of Non-Teaching Employees in BPS Women University, Khanpur Kalan, Sonipat 12. Convener, Committee for Determining Basic Pay for Retirees in School of BPS Women University, Khanpur Kalan, Sonipat. 13. Member, Committee to recommend Pay and Service Conditions for Academic Staff for Second Regional Workshop at Punjab University, Chandigarh for revision of 7 Pay Commission. 14. Member, Enquiry Committee against Chief Security Officer, BPS Women University. 15. Member, Standing Committee to Short out grievances of law students for Exams. 2016. 16. Member, Ad-hoc Purchase Committee for purchase of Fire Extinguishers 17. Member, Committee to Resolve Complaints during Students Elections 2018. 18. Convener, Committee to decide Waiving off Commercial Shops rent during COVID-19. 19. Member, Committee to Enquire complaints against discrimination in Evaluation in Exam. 2019. 20. Convener, Committee to Identify Posts for People with Disabilities. Department Level Committees: 1. Convener and member of many committees at departmental level from time-table committee, admission committee, library committee, moot court society, purchase committees.

(Pawan Kumar)