Events & Initiatives
Kautilya Society regularly conducts events and initiatives aimed at fostering public policy discourse. Their commitment to engaging the is evident through a variety of programs designed to stimulate discussion and promote informed dialogue. By together thought leaders and citizens, Kautilya Society facilitates a platform for exploring critical issues and developing innovative solutions. Through these efforts, they strive to enhance civic engagement and strengthen democratic processes.
Workshop on Careers in Public Policy
The Kautilya Society, in collaboration with Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy, held an insightful workshop on Careers in Public Policy. With Mr. Jay Vinayak Ojha, Research Fellow at Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy, and Ms. Mahvish Kazmi, Program Manager, Kautilya Society, Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy, attendants gained valuable insights, understood the evolving landscape of public policy, and learn how to make impactful contributions in this dynamic field.
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Field Visits for Old Age Home Assessment Report
Kautilya Society conducted three field visits to an old age home in Patiala. These visits were aimed at gathering critical empirical data to inform the Society's report on old homes. This endeavor underscores the Society's dedication to understanding the needs of the elderly within community. The information collected will play a vital role in developing future recommendations and enhancements for care.
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Niti Shiksha
On 21st April 2025, KSOC RGNUL in collaboration with the RGNUL Legal Aid Clinic's Project Kaksha conducted a sensitisation session at Government School, Sidhuwal, focusing on public good governance and careers in public policy. Inspiring young minds to be future changemakers!
Lecture Series
Understanding Delimitation
Kautilya Society, RGNUL, in collaboration with the Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy, organised a lecture titled “Understanding Delimitation” as part of its Lecture Series on 12th July 2025. The session was conducted online via Webex from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
The lecture featured Ms. Mayuri Gupta, Senior Resident Fellow at Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy, whose work focuses on constitutional law, federalism, and electoral governance. She provided a structured analysis of the constitutional framework governing delimitation and its implications for representative democracy.
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The session also featured Mr. Anshul Dalmia, Research Fellow at Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy, who addressed key legal and institutional aspects of electoral reforms and democratic accountability. He examined the practical challenges surrounding delimitation and its long term impact on federal balance.
The lecture facilitated a focused discussion on the legal, constitutional, and democratic dimensions of delimitation. Participants engaged with contemporary concerns surrounding representation, population shifts, and institutional reform. The session contributed meaningfully to academic discourse on electoral governance and constitutional policy.
Lecture Series
Ripe for Review
The Kautilya Society, RGNUL, in collaboration with the Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy, organised the next lecture in its series titled “Ripe for Review” on 13th July 2025. The session was conducted online via Webex from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM.
The lecture focused on the judicial review of legislative processes and the constitutional checks that structure India’s democratic framework. The discussion examined the scope of judicial scrutiny, limits of legislative privilege, and the evolving standards applied by constitutional courts in reviewing procedural irregularities.
The session featured Ms. Surbhi Sachdeva, Research Fellow at Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy. Drawing from her work in constitutional law and public policy, she analysed key judicial precedents and institutional trends shaping the doctrine of judicial review in India. She also addressed questions relating to separation of powers and accountability within democratic institutions.
The lecture enabled participants to critically engage with the expanding contours of judicial oversight in legislative functioning. It contributed to a deeper academic understanding of constitutional governance and institutional balance.
Orientation for Batch 2030
The Kautilya Society organised an introductory session to welcome the Batch of 2030 on 27th August 2025 at the Seminar Hall, from 3:00 PM onwards.
The session introduced students to the vision and ongoing initiatives of the three bodies, with a focus on using law as a tool for service, access to justice, and institutional reform. Representatives outlined opportunities for student involvement in legal aid, research, community outreach, and policy engagement.
A structured introduction to public policy was also delivered to the incoming batch. The discussion explained the role of policy research in legislative development, governance, and social impact. Students were briefed on how academic engagement in public policy complements legal education and strengthens practical understanding of law in action.
The event marked the beginning of the Batch of 2030’s engagement with service oriented legal work and policy discourse at RGNUL.
Two-Day Lecture Series on International Law, Comparative Constitutionalism, and Global Governance
The Kautilya Society, in collaboration with the Centre for Advanced Study in International Humanitarian Law, successfully organised a Two Day Lecture Series on International Law, Comparative Constitutionalism, and Global Governance on 21st and 22nd November 2025.
One of the key sessions focused on Comparative Constitutionalism and the Influence of International Law on Domestic Policy Making. Mr. Aditya Prasanna Bhattacharya examined how constitutional courts and domestic institutions engage with international legal obligations. The session analysed doctrinal approaches, institutional design, and policy consequences arising from the incorporation, adaptation, or resistance to international norms within national frameworks.
The series also featured a session by Madeeha Majid, who addressed broader questions concerning international legal order and global governance structures. Together, the lectures explored the dynamic relationship between constitutional systems and international law in shaping democratic accountability and policy formulation.
The event witnessed active participation from students and faculty, fostering substantive academic discussion on the evolving interface between domestic constitutionalism and global legal regimes.
