Nazia Akhtar
Assistant Professor
nazia.akhtar@mahindrauniversity.edu.in
Dr. Nazia Akhtar is a distinguished legal professional with a robust academic background and expertise in the field of law. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Law from Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), where she also served as a Senior Research Fellow. Her research, titled “Witness Protection under Indian Criminal Justice System: A Study,” reflects her deep commitment to enhancing the legal framework in India. r. Akhtar’s academic journey is marked by notable achievements, including qualifying for the UGC NET Junior Research Fellowship, and being awarded several scholarships, such as the Post Graduate Merit Scholarship by AMU. She has published numerous research papers and articles in esteemed journals, covering a wide range of legal issues, from witness protection to human rights abuses in overcrowded prisons. In addition to her academic accomplishments, Dr. Akhtar has gained valuable professional experience through her roles as an Assistant Professor at institutions like NMIMS, Hyderabad, Presidency University, Lovely Professional University, etc. She has also worked as an intern at the Supreme Court of India and RLEK. Her participation in various seminars, conferences, and webinars highlights her active engagement with the legal community and her dedication to continuous professional development.
Ph.D.
Doctor of Philosophy in Law – 2022, Aligarh Muslim University, India
LL.M.
LL.M. (Criminal Law) – 2015, Aligarh Muslim University, India
Post Graduate Diploma
Post Graduate Diploma in Women’s Studies – 2013, Aligarh Muslim University, India
BA.LL.B.
BA.LL.B. – 2013, Aligarh Muslim University, India
Intermediate
Intermediate. – 2008, Aligarh Muslim University, India
High School
High School – 2006, CBSE Board, Baldwin Academy, Patna, India
- Working as Assistant Professor in Mahindra University (SOL), Hyderabad
- Worked as an Assistant Professor in NMIMS, School of Law, Hyderabad
- Worked as an Assistant Professor in Aanantha Law College, Hyderabad
- Worked as an Assistant Professor in Presidency University, Bengaluru
- Worked as an Assistant Professor in Lovely Professional University, Greater Noida
- Served as a Senior Research Fellow, Faculty of Law, Aligarh Muslim University, UP
April, 2013
- Interned at the Supreme Court of India, under Senior Advocate Rakesh Sharma, (April, 2013)
June and July 2011
- Interned at Rural Litigation Entitlement Kendra, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, (June and July 2011)
June, 2009
- Interned at Patna High Court, under Advocate Raj Kumar Singh Vikram, (June, 2009)
Publications
2018-19
- Research Paper on “Peculiarities of Indian Criminal Justice System towards Witnesses: An Analysis” in Aligarh Law Journal, Vol. 26 (2018-19) with ISSN: 0568- 9996
- Research paper on “Legal and Human Rights Abuse in Overcrowded Prisons in India: Issues and Prospects”, published in LEX ET Societies Contemporary Legal Issues (2018) with ISBN: 978-93-87910-06-5.
- Article on “Economic Justice through Ambedkar’s Vision: Towards Inclusive Growth”, published in Quest for Justice, Volume 8/1(Special Issue), 2016 with ISSN No. 2347-775X
2016
- Article on “Decentralized Education System in India: Economic Prospects and Accountability”, published in International Journal of Research and Analysis, Volume 4 Issue 3, 2016, cited as 4(3) IJRA (2016) 146. The journal has ISSN no. 2347-3185
- Article on “Inclusive Growth Through Make in India: Illusion or Possible Reality”, published in Journal of Intellectual Studies and Theories, Volume 3 (Special Issue) JulyDecember, 2016. The journal has ISBN no. 2347-1638
Seminars & conferences
2018
- International Conference on “Contemporary Legal Issues” – School of Law, Galgotias University on 24th March 2018 – Title of the Paper: “Legal and Human Rights Abuse in Overcrowded Prisons in India: Issues and Prospects”.
- 40th All India Criminology Conference on “Dimension of Crime and Criminal Justice System: Contemporary Issues and Challenges” – Gujrat National Law University in collaboration with the Indian Society of Criminology, from 19 -21 January, 2018 – Title of the Paper: “Rights and Safety of Witness under Indian Criminal Justice System: Issues and Challenges”.
- Workshop on Mendeley, organized by Aligarh Muslim University in collaboration with Elsevier, on 28th January, 2018.
2017
- International Seminar on “Comparative Judicial Systems” – School of Law, Sharda University, Greater Noida, on 21st November, 2017 – Title of the Paper: “Delay in Justice Causes Injustice to Witnesses: A Comparative Study of Witness Protection Measures in India and USA”.
2016
- International Conference on ‘Make in India’ Campaign for Inclusive Growth: Initiatives and Challenges - Department of Commerce, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, on 4th and 5th January, 2016 - Sponsored by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), New Delhi - Title of the Paper: “Inclusive Growth Through Make in India: Illusion or Possible Reality”
2015
- National Seminar on Decentralized and Poverty Reduction in India: Initiative and Achievements - Department of Economics, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, on 7th and 8th November, 2015 - Sponsored by Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), New Delhi – Title of the Paper: “Decentralized Education System in India: Economic Prospects and Accountability”
- National Seminar on Personal Laws in India: Conflicts and Resolutions - Department of Law, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, on 9th May, 2015 – Title of the Paper: “A Comparative Analysis of Blood Money Under Islam and the Concept of Plea Bargaining”
2012
- Seminar on “Legal Aspects of Foreign Direct Investment”, organized by Confederation of Indian Bar on 21st August, 2012.
2011
- International Workshop on “India, the 123 Agreement and Nuclear Energy: Issues of International Law”, jointly organized by The Indian Society of International Law, University of Readings and Tamil Nadu Dr. Ambedkar Law University, held on 2nd and 3rd April, 2011.
- National Seminar on Changing Facets of Criminal Law: An Interface – Army Institute of Law, Mohali, on 12th and 13th March, 2011.
2010
- National Seminar on “Changing Dimensions of Intellectual Property Rights in Present Economic Perspective”, Department of Law, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, on 6th and 7th February, 2010.
Webinars
2020
- Faculty Development Program on Research Methodology in Legal Studies, Global Law School, 3rd – 9 th November, 2020.
- Participated in National Webinar on Human Rights amidst this Corona Crisis, organized by Human Rights Initiative Society of IMS Law College, Noida in collaboration of Jus Corpus on 28th July, 2020.
- Attended Online Workshop on Blockchain and Contract Tracing Apps in Light of Data Protection Law and Privacy, conducted by Law Essentials in collaboration with NLUO’s Lex Tech-Entrepreneurship Cell and Institution’s Innovation Council (MHRD) on 26th July, 2020.
- Attended Webinar on Reassertion of Control by the Host States in Investor State Dispute Settlement, organized by Society for Excellence in Arbitration Law (RMLNLU) on 22nd July, 2020.
- Participated in International Webinar on Gender Sensitization and Equality, organized by Department of Sociology, Shri Mrityunjaya College of Arts and Commerce, Karnataka on 21st July, 2020.
- Participated in the National Webinar on Crimes against Women and Children in Cyber Space during Pandemic, organized by Sree Sabareesa College, Kerala, on 21st July, 2020.
- Participated in National Webinar on Women Empowerment and Gender Justice in India: Issues and Challenges, organized by Dr. Ambedkar Chair of Legal Studies and Research (AMU) in collaboration with Dr. Ambedkar Foudation on 18th July, 2020.
- Participated in International Webinar on Contemporary challenges and Importance of Legal Education organized by Indian Forum for Education, Riyadh on 18th July, 2020.
Submitted Research Thesis on “Witness Protection under Indian Criminal Justice System: A Study”, to the Faculty of Law, Aligarh Muslim University, India
