Name: Dr.K.L.Chandrashekhara
Qualification:
M.A. in Political Science,
M.A. in Criminology & Police Science,
M.A. in Mass Communication & Journalism
M.A. in Kannada, PGDHRM, LL.M, Ph.D
Designation: Assistant Professor of Law
Teaching Experience: 3years
Email: chandruaijoor@gmail.com, chandrashekharaijoor@gmail.com
Dr. K.L.Chandrashekhara is Assistant Professor of Law, Vidyavardhaka Law College (KSLU), Mysuru. His primary research interests include Criminal Law, Comparative Criminal Procedure, Criminology & Penology, Criminal Psychology; Caste & Caste based violence, Human Rights, Dalit Movements and Kannada literature. He was editor of the Kannada weekly Kannada Times between 2007 and 2008. He has published in various Kannada literary and political magazines. Besides, he has edited Kannada Times Barahagalu Vol.1 (Writings from Kannada Times, 2008), Asamaana Bhaarata (A collection of articles on Caste, Caste Census & Reservation-ISBN 819096877-7 9788190968775, First Edition 2010), Samvidhaana-60: Saamajika Nyaaya Mattu Karnataka (a collection of articles on 60 Years of the Indian Constitution: Tracing the Journey of Social Justice in Karnataka, 2011), Deshavidenahaa! Kaalavidenahaa! (A collection of articles on contemporary cultural politics of Karnataka, 2011).
More than 25 of his articles carried in National & International journals. He was appointed to undertake the revised Kannada translation of Dr.B.R.Ambedkar Writings and Speeches Vol.7 –Who were the Shudras? How they came to be the Fourth Varna in the Indo-Aryan society? (ISBN No.978-81-906513-5-6) Published by Kuvempu Bhasha Bharati Praadhikara, Govt. Of Karnataka, 2012.
Academic Qualifications:
| Examinations Passed | Year of Passing | Examining Body/University |
| S.S.L.C. | 1996 | KSEEB |
| P.U.C | 2000 | DPUE |
| B.A.L. | 2003 | Bangalore University |
| B.A.L., LL.B. | 2005 | Bangalore University |
| LL.M. in Criminal Law | 2007 | Bangalore University |
| P.G.D.A.S. | 2007 | Bangalore University |
| M.A. in Political Science | 2009 | Bangalore University |
| M.A.in Criminology & Police Science | 2012 | M.S. University,
Tamil Nadu |
| M.A. in Mass Communication & Journalism | 2012 | Karnataka State Open University |
| P.G.D.H.R.M. | 2014 | Karnataka State Open University |
| M.A. in Kannada | 2015 | Karnataka State Open University |
| Ph.D. in Law | 2019 | Bangalore University |
| NET in LAW | 2011 | UGC |
| NET-CRIMINOLOGY | 2007 | UGC |
| NET-CRIMINOLOGY | 2007 | UGC |
| NET-CRIMINOLOGY | 2011 | UGC |
Technical Qualifications:
| Examinations Passed | Year of Passing | Examining Body/University |
| Certificate in Software Technology | 2002 | Continuing Education Cell, Canada-India Institutional Cooperation Project |
| Certificate in Advanced Software Technology | 2003 | Continuing Education Cell, Canada-India Institutional Cooperation Project |
| Honours Certification in Software Technology | 2004 | Continuing Education Cell, Canada-India Institutional Cooperation Project |
Research Experience:
| Atrocities on the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in Bangalore Rural District: Analysis of Cases and a Critical Study | A Dissertation submitted to Department of P.G. Studies & Research in Law, University Law College, Bangalore University, Bangalore, in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the Degree of Master of Law, 2006-2007. |
| Study of Special Courts under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 in 7 districts of Karnataka viz., Mysore, Tumkur, Raichur, Belgaum, Gulbarga, Bijapur and Kolar | Research Fellow, Centre for the Study of Social Exclusion & Inclusive Policy (CSSEIP), National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bangalore. The Study commissioned by Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, 2013. |
| A Critical Evaluation of Implementation of The Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 with special reference to the state of Karnataka | Ph.D. from Department of P.G. Studies & Research in Law, University Law College, Bangalore University, Bangalore, 2019. |
Professional Experience:
| Sl. No. | Designation | Organization | From | To | Duration |
| 1 | Lecturer | M.H. College of Law, Ramanagara (KSLU) | 2007 | 2008 | 1 Year |
| 2 | Research Assistant | National Law School of India University | 2008 | 2012 | 4 Years |
| 3 | Research Associate | National Law School of India University | 2012 | 2014 | 2 Years |
| 4 | Assistant Professor of Law | University Law College, Bangalore University | 2014 | 2018 | 4 Years |
| 5 | Assistant Professor of Law | Vidyavardhaka Law College, Mysuru | 2018 | Present |
Academic Activities: 2018-19
Academic Achievements:
- Awarded in Law, Thesis titled A Critical Evaluation of Implementation of the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 with Special Reference to the State of Karnataka, Bangalore University dated 22nd April 2019.
Research Articles Published:
- Tracing the Concept of Sociology of Crime and its perspective, Emerging Issues in Criminal Jurisprudence (ISBN: 978-93-87072-16-9), Published by SDM Law College & Centre for PG Studies & Research in Law, dated August 2018.
- The Efficacy and Functioning of the Special Courts in Karnataka Constituted Under the SCs & STs (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, International Journal of Advance and Innovative Research, Vol. 6, Issue 4(I): Part-II (ISSN 2394-7780), Published by Indian Academicians and Researchers Association, dated October – December, 2019.
- Caste Based Atrocities: Legal Frameworks, Al-Ameen Law Reveiw (ISSN 2347-8624), Published by Al-Ameen College of Law, October, 2019
Seminars Coordinated:
- A One Day National Seminar on Role of Judiciary in Protecting Human Rights in India: Issues and Challenges, Organised by Vidyavardhaka Law College, Mysuru, dated 25th May 2019.
Participated in Refresher Course/Orientation Programme:
- Refresher Course in the subject Legal Studies, Organized by University Grants Commission, HRDC, Bangalore University, Bengaluru, dated 21st January 2019 to 11th February 2019, Obtained ‘A’ Grade.
Papers Presented in Seminars/Workshops/Conferences:
- Presented Paper titled, Contemporary Challenges in Cyber Law, Cyber Security and Cyber Crime, A One Day National Seminar on Emerging Trends in Intellectual Property Rights: A Global Perspective, Organised by Vidyavardhaka Law College, Mysuru, dated 03rd November 2018.
- Presented Paper titled, The Role of in Protecting Heritage and Promoting Tourism in Karnataka, A Two Day State Level Seminar on Heritage and Health Tourism in Karnataka, Organised by Vidyavardhaka First Grade College, Mysuru and Dept. of Tourism, Govt. of Karnataka, dated 13th and 14th March 2019.
- Presented Paper titled, Contemporary Issues and Challenges in enforcing Extradition Law, A One Day National Seminar on Indian Foreign Policy: Continuity and Change in 21st Century, Organised by Dept. Of International Relations, Maharaja’s College, University of Mysore, dated 25th March 2019.
- Presented Paper titled, The Role of Indian Judiciary in Protecting Human Rights with Special Reference to Minorities, A One Day National Seminar on Role of Judiciary in Protecting Human Rights in India: Issues and Challenges, Organised by Vidyavardhaka Law College, Mysuru, dated 25th May 2019.
- Presented Paper titled, The Efficacy and Functioning of the Special Courts in Karnataka Constituted Under the SCs & STs (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, A One Day International Seminar on International Multi-Disciplinary Conference, Organised by M.S. College of Law and Global Education & Research Alliance, dated 12th October 2019.
Participation in Seminars/Workshops/Conferences:
- Participant, A One Day Faculty Development Programme on Legal Methods, Organised by Karnataka State Law University (KSLU), Hubballi and Vivekananda College of Law, Bangalore on 27th August 2019.
Academic Activities: 2016
Research Articles Published:
| Sl. No. | Title of the Article | Name of the Book / Journal | Status of the Book / Journal
(State / National / International) |
Publication | Date |
| 01. | The Role of Law in Preventing Atrocities
on SCs and STs for Empowerment of the Community |
Community Empowerment in Changing World :Issues and Challenges
(ISBN: 978-3-7368-2021-0) |
International | BookRix GmbH & Co.KG, Munich, Germany | 27 February 2015 |
| 02. | The SCs and STs (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989: An Analysis with Special Reference to Karnataka | Multifaceted Outlook of Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar
(ISBN: 978-93-81992-46-3) |
National | All India Dr.Ambedkar Student’s Association | 2016 |
| 03. | Dr. B.R.Ambedkar: The Crusader of Social Justice and his Relevance to Contemporary Scenario | Multifaceted Outlook of Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar
(ISBN: 978-93-81992-46-3) |
National | All India Dr.Ambedkar Student’s Association | 2016 |
Papers Presented in Seminars / Workshops / Conferences:
| Sl. No. | Title of the Paper | Subject of the Seminar / Workshop / Conference | Organized By | Date | State/National/ International |
| 1. | Law for Combating Atrocities against SCs & STs and the practice of Social Justice in Karnataka | The Practice of Social Justice and Higher Education in India | Bangalore University | 30.9.2013 to 1.10.2013 | National |
| 2. | Understanding Caste-Based Atrocities in India: A Human Rights Perspectives | Indo-UK Perspectives on Public and Transactional Laws | British Council & Bangalore University | 12.11.2014 | International |
| 3. | The Role of Law in Preventing Atrocities
on SCs and STs for Empowerment of the Community |
Community Empowerment in Changing World :Issues and Challenges | Naresuan University, Northern Thailand & University of Mysore | 27th & 28th February 2015 | International |
| 4. | The Disability Law in India and the Definitional Issues Relating to Persons with Disabilities | Legal Framework on Accessibility & Employment Standards for Persons with Disabilities | University Law College, Bangalore University | 7th & 8th May 2015 | National |
| 5. | Violence against women in India and the role of Law: Understanding the Indian Experience | Legal Scenario on Emerging Vistas of Crimes against Women in India | University Law College, Bangalore University | 12.3.2016 | National |
| 6. | Law for Combating Atrocities against SCs & STs and the practice of Social Justice in Karnataka | The Practice of Social Justice and Higher Education in India | Bangalore University | 30.9.2013 to 1.10.2013 | National |
Participation in Seminars / Workshops / Conferences:
| Sl. No | Subject of the Seminar/Workshop/ Conference | State/
National/ International |
Organized By |
| 01. | Workshop on Teaching and
Learning of Research Methods in Humanities and Social Sciences |
International | Manonmaniam Sundaranar University,
Tamil Nadu & India-EU Study Centre Program, European Commission Technical Assistance, held on 8.11.2010 to 13.11.2010 |
| 02. | Cyber Law & Practice | National | ACRDTCLCF, National Law School of India University, held on 22.2.2014 |
| 03. | Law in Action –A Vision for 2020 | National | BMS College of Law, Bangalore,
held on 13th & 14th February 2015 |
| 04. | Research on Societal Relevance | National | IQAC, Bangalore University,
held on 30.1.2016 |
| 05. | Emerging Prospects and Challenges
for the Indian Foreign Policy |
National | Youth Forum on Foreign Policy,
held on 18.2.2016 |
Books Published:
| Sl.
No. |
Title of the Book | Publisher | Year of Publication |
| 01. | Asamaana Bhaarata (A collection of articles on Caste, Caste Census & Reservation-ISBN 819096877-7 9788190968775, First Edition 2010), | Ladayi Publication, Gadag | 2010 |
| 02. | Samvidhaana-60: Saamajika Nyaaya Mattu Karnataka (A collection of articles on 60 Years of the Indian Constitution: Tracing the Journey of Social Justice in Karnataka, 2011), | CSSEIP, National Law School of India University, Bangalore | 2011 |
| 03. | Deshavidenahaa! Kaalavidenahaa! (A collection of articles on contemporary cultural politics of Karnataka, 2011). | Moulyaagraha Prakashana, Bangalore | 2011 |
| 04. | Dr.B.R.Ambedkar Writings and Speeches Vol.7 –Who were the Shudras? How they came to be the Fourth Varna in the Indo-Aryan society?(ISBN No.978-81-906513-5-6)
|
Kuvempu Bhasha Bharati Praadhikara, Govt. Of Karnataka, | 2012 |