GLC Mumbai | Freedom Fighter Late Shri. Prem Nidhi Agrawal Memorial Essay Competition
Virendra Agrawal & Co., in association with the Government Law College Model United Nations Society, presents the 6th Edition of the Freedom Fighter Late Shri. Prem Nidhi Agrawal Memorial Essay Competition.
We are pleased to extend an invitation to Record of Law to join us as an official Media Partner for the forthcoming 6th PNA Essay Writing Competition. As a Media Partner, your esteemed organization will receive prominent recognition and visibility through our official communication channels and social media outreach. In reciprocation, we kindly request support in featuring and promoting the competition on your website to broaden its reach among prospective participants.
About GLC:
Established in 1855, Government Law College (GLC), Mumbai, is Asia’s oldest law college and stands as one of India’s most prestigious institutions for legal education. Renowned for its exceptional faculty and students, the college has played a defining role in shaping the country’s legal landscape. Its distinguished alumni, including Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Lokmanya Tilak, Justice M.C. Chagla, Justice H.J Kania, Justice P.N. Bhagwati, Justice U.U Lalit, M.C. Setalvad, Pratibha Patil, Nani Palkhivala, and H.D. Pithawalla, highlight GLC’s unmatched legacy across all three arms of the government. Alongside academic excellence, the college equips students with practical skills through a vibrant extracurricular culture. Offering aspiring lawyers with intellectual depth and hands-on exposure, GLC continues to be a premier destination for those seeking a transformative career in law.
About the Event:
This year we are hosting the 6th edition of Freedom Fighter Late Shri. Prem Nidhi Agrawal Memorial Essay Competition. The PNA Essay Competition is our annual flagship initiative that invites participants to engage with some of the nation’s most pressing issues through thoughtful and nuanced perspectives. Our aim is to provide a platform for students to develop in-depth knowledge through strong research and to express their insights with clarity and precision. By encouraging rigorous inquiry and refined drafting, the competition seeks to nurture informed voices capable of contributing meaningfully to contemporary discourse.
Topic: Deepfakes, Free Speech, and State Control: Where Should India Draw the Line?
Mode: Online
Eligibility Criteria: Students of age group 14-27
Registration Fee: Free
Registration Link:
The submission link for the essay will be sent to you via email as soon as you register.
Registration Deadline: 15th January 2026
Submission Deadline: 15th February 2026
Guidelines:
- Word Limit: 2500 Words [Excluding an abstract of not more than 300 words].
- Citation Style: Harvard Bluebook 20th Edition. Refer to the link below for citation formats:
https://www.scconline.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/20th-Harvard-bluebook.pdf
- Co-authorship of up to two authors is allowed.
- Zero plagiarism policy.
- The Essays are to be submitted only in “Word” format.
Prizes:
- Winning Essay: Cash Prize of Rs. 6,000/-, a trophy, certificate of merit and publication of the essay in GLCMUN 2026 Souvenir
- Second: Cash Prize of Rs. 4,000/-, a trophy and certificate of merit
- Third: Cash Prize of Rs. 2,000/-, a trophy and certificate of merit
All the Participants shall receive a certificate of participation.
For queries or more information, kindly reach out to us at researchmunsoc@gmail.com.
