About

I, Dr. Najiya, an Assistant Professor of Law at NIILM University, holding a Ph.D. in Law with a specialization in Constitutional Law. My doctoral research examines women’s empowerment and the role of the Indian judiciary. I have qualified the State Level Eligibility Test (SLET) in Law. I hold an LL.M. in Criminal Law and a B.A. LL.B. in Criminology. My academic interests include Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Gender Justice, Human Rights, and Judicial Studies. I am committed to excellence in legal education and research, with a focus on student-centred learning, critical thinking, legal reasoning, and the practical application of law. I aim to contribute to NIILM University through effective teaching, student mentorship, and research-driven academic practices. My specific contributions will include developing case-law-based teaching materials, legal aid and awareness programmes, seminars, guest lectures, and research discussions. I aspire to guide students in legal research, writing, and advocacy skills; contribute to curriculum development and outcome-based education; publish research papers in reputed journals. I also aim to participate in academic quality assurance, accreditation-related documentation, and institutional development initiatives to strengthen the University’s academic standards, research culture, and student outcomes.

Professional Activities

Professional Development Activities

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCES

1.Presented the paper titled “Contribution of legal actors such as judges, lawyers etc in shaping the law”at 7th Transdisciplinary International Conference on ‘Emerging Trends in Governance and global Plurality:Envisioning Equilibrium’ organized by Amity Law School, Amity University, Noida, U.P., in academic collaboration with Jus focus Research Institute, The Netherlands held on 9th and 10th September 2024.

2. Presented paper titled on “public participation in environmental decision making: a legal approach,” Environmental law, Governance and Sustainable Development was held on 17th and 18th November 2022 organized by department of law, K R Mangalam University, Haryana.

3. Presented the paper titled “Role of Women Judges in Shaping and Strengthening of Environmental Law and Justices” at International Conference on “Environmental Law, Governance and Sustainable Developmental” organized by the School of Legal Studies, K.R. Mangalam University, Gurugram, in collaboration with the International Council of Jurist London and Law Mantra Trust New Delhi held on 17th – 18th November 2022.

NATIONAL CONFERENCES

4. Presented the Paper title: “Role of judiciary in Environment Protection in India” organized by the School of Law, Satyabhama Institute of science and Technology (Deemed to be university) Chennai, in the National conference on Environment Polices (NCEP’24) held on 10th -11th July 2024.

5. Presented a paper titled “Women Empowerment in India: Perspectives and Challenges” National Seminar on Appraisal of Criminal & Correctional Justice Mechanisms in the Context of Vulnerable Groups in India, organized by the Department of Law, Jagannath University, Haryana, on 14th March 2020.

6. Attended the National Seminar on “Justice Delivery System: Arrears and Its Solution”, organized by the All-Assam Lawyers’ Association, Guwahati, in association with the Bar Council of India, New Delhi, held on 13th November 2016.

FDP/WORKSHOPS / COURSES

7. Participated in the 5-Day Capacity Building Programme / Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on Public Laws, jointly organised by Patel Law College, Bengaluru and Law Teachers India, held from 6th to 10th April 2026.

8. Participated in the Faculty Development Programme on "Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Innovative Teaching and Learning in Higher Education", organized by AIU Poornima Universty Academic and Administrative Development Centre From 10th to 14th March, 2026.

9. Participated in the One-Day Workshop on "Al as a Research Catalyst" held on 25th January 2025., Organlzed by Research and Development Cell, K. R. Mangalam University, Resource Person, Dr. Sreya Chattopadhyay Founder & Director of Bizinnovision.

10. Attended One Week Faculty Development Programme on "Navigating Scopus & WoS for Effective Paper Publication" organised by KnowledgeSteez Edu Hub LLP, Management & Science University(MSU) Malaysia, School of Legal Studies, K.R. Mangalam University from 5th May 2025 - 11th May 2025

11. Attended the Panel Discussion on the topic of "Redefining the Scope of the ICC% Jurisdicion: Recognising Ecocide as the Fifth International Crime organised by Students for the Promotion of International Law (SPIL), Mumbai during the 15th Government Law College - International Summit MMXXV, held at Government Law College. Mumbai on the 8th day of March, 2025.

12. “Right to Education” – Organized by District Legal Services Authorities, ADR Centre, Jhajjar, Haryana (17th January 2020)

13. “Jigyasa-2” Intra-University Quiz & Debate Competition – Department of Law, Jagannath University, Haryana (26th November 2019)

14. NEF & LAW National Trial Advocacy Workshop (11th-13th March, 2019)

15. Diploma Course in Data Management – Allied Infotech, Imphal (March 2014, 6 months)

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

16. Volunteered in a legal survey of villages and remote areas to assess legal and social issues, organized by District Legal Services Authorities, Jhajjar, Haryana.

Books/ Patents/ Projects

1. Parashar, U., Arora, S., & Najiya. (2025). Retrospective and prospective aspects of Dowry Prohibition Act. In H. Dixit, S. K. Singh, & R. Kumar (Eds.), The dowry paradox: Culture, society & law (Research papers) (pp. 191–195). Zenwaar India Publishing House. ISBN 978-81-958260-9-4.

2. Najiya, & Garg, M. (2024). The contribution of women on judicial decision-making in the Indian judiciary. ShodhKosh:Journal of Visual and Performing Arts, 5(4), 895–904. https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i4.2024.342.

3. Najiya. (2024). A study to combat human trafficking in perspective of cross-border trafficking with special reference to Immoral Trafficking Prevention Act, 1956. International Journal of Legal and Management Studies (IJLMH), 7(2), 738–757. https://doij.org/10.10000/IJLMH.117014.

Professional Affiliations:

No professional affiliations available.

Qualifications: Ph.D., LL.M., BA.LL.B.(Hons), SLET

Work Experience: 1.3

Research Interest: Criminology, Constitutional Law, Environmental Law, Women in Indian Judiciary