Qualifications:

• PhD (continuing)
• LLM (Utkal University) in 2011
• LLB (Utkal University) in 2009

Research Interests:

• Labour Law
• Criminal Law

Subjects Taught:

• Law of Contract
• Transfer of Property
• Law of Evidence
• ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution)
• Law of Torts

Brief Biographical Note Santosh Kumar Behera, an accomplished legal scholar and educator with National Eligibility Test (NET) qualification, has joined National Law University, Odisha in July 2023 as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Law. His journey in academia is a testament to his dedication and expertise in the legal field. Mr. Behera holds an LLM degree from Utkal University and is actively pursuing a Ph.D. His research areas encompass Labour Law and Criminal Law, reflecting his commitment to advancing knowledge in these domains. He is a published author, with contributions in esteemed journals and active participation in both national and international seminars. With over five years of teaching experience in public universities, including Utkal University, Berhampur University, and M.S. University, Mr. Behera's pedagogical prowess is well-regarded. He has also enriched his teaching skills through various faculty development workshops. His qualification in the National Eligibility Test (NET) underscores his academic competence. Santosh Kumar Behera is an invaluable asset to legal education and research, contributing significantly to the legal community's growth and knowledge.

Research Articles:

• July 2022: "Disciplinary Proceeding in Industrial Enterprises - A Critical Analysis" published in Shodhasamhita, UGC Care Group 1 Journal, Volume IX, Issue - II, ISSN No. 2277-7067, July 2022.
• March 2021: "Protection of Human Rights through Article 21: Judicial Trends" published in IJARESM, Volume 9 Issue 3, ISSN: 2455-6211, March 2021.
• February 2021: "Role of Women in achieving Sustainable Development" published in IJARESM, Volume 9 Issue 2, ISSN: 2455-6211, February 2021.
• February 2020: "Human Trafficking: Issue and Challenges" published in IJCRT, Volume 8 Issue 2, ISSN: 2320-2882, February 2020.
• February 2020: "Women Empowerment: A Major Prerequisite for Sustainable Development" published in JETIR, Volume 7, Issue 2, ISSN: 2320-2882, February 2020.
• August 2017: "Function of Indian Judiciary - An Overview" published in "Law Mantra Online Journal," Volume 4, Issue 12, ISSN: 2321-6417, August 2017.
• August 2017: "Role of Collective Bargaining in Settlement of Industrial Disputes" published in "Law Mantra Online Journal," Volume 4, Issue 10, ISSN: 2321-6417, August 2017.

International Seminars:

• "2023: 'Need for changing paradigm in disciplinary proceedings in Industrial Enterprises for better participation of Employees - a study on socio-legal perspectives' (paper presented at the '7th International Multidisciplinary Conference on Current Research Trends-2023,' 6th & 7th January 2023)."
• "2022: 'Effective Business management process with a better Disciplinary mechanism - an analytical study' (paper presented at the International Conference on Business Management and Social Innovation (ICBMSI), Bengaluru, India, on 04 December 2022)."
• 2020: "Role of women in achieving sustainable development" (paper presented at the "Cuttack International Conference on 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development: Issues and Challenges," Utkal University, Cuttack, 8th & 9th February 2020).
• 2019: "Refugee crisis in India: an introspection of current policy" (paper presented at the "Global Refugee Crisis: A Multidisciplinary Humanitarian Approach" international seminar, University Law College, Utkal University, 27th & 28th April 2019).

  National Seminar:

• "2019: 'Human rights and the role of judiciary in India' (paper presented at the 'Golden Jubilee National Seminar on Human Rights in 21st Century: Changing Dimensions,' Lingaraj Law College, Berhampur, Ganjam, Odisha, 6th & 7th March 2019).
• "2019: 'Child rights in India and its protection under Indian law' (paper presented at the 'Child Rights-Issues and Challenges' national conference, Madhusudan Law College, Utkal University, Cuttack, 9th March 2019).
• "2019: 'E-contract in India and its enforceability: a critical analysis' (paper presented at the 'Online Contract in India: Legal Issues and Challenges' national seminar, P.G. Department of Law, Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, 1st March 2019).
• "2018: 'Critical introspection of the problem of identification of transgender' (paper presented at the 'Rights of Transgender: Issues and Challenges' national seminar, Dept. of LL.M (Human Rights), University Law College, Utkal University, 18th March 2018).
• "2018: 'Human trafficking issue and challenges' (paper presented at the 'UGC Sponsored National Seminar on Trafficking in Women & Children in India' held on 19th & 20th January 2018, University Law College, Utkal University, Bhubaneswar).
• "2018: 'Misutilization of PIL in the present sociopolitical scenario in India - reality' (paper presented at the 'Constitutional Values in 21st Century' National seminar, Lajpat Rai Law College, Sambalpur University, 27th and 28th January 2018).
• "2017: 'Human rights issues & challenges in present Indian society' (paper presented at the 'National Seminar on Human Rights Issues & Challenges,' Madhusudan Law College, Utkal University, Cuttack, 7th April 2017).
• "2017: 'Rights of privacy in the digital age of media and introspection' (paper presented at the 'National Seminar on the Role of Media in Protection of Human Rights,' Dept. LLM (HR), University Law College, Utkal University, 18th March 2017).
• "2017: 'Rights of tribals in India - still a mirage' (paper presented at the 'National Seminar on Tribal Rights and Rights of Indigenous People,' Madhusudan Law College, Utkal University, Cuttack, 29th March 2017)."

Faculty Development Programme:

• "2022: One week Faculty Development Program on 'Teaching Pedagogy & Research Skills in Legal Studies' (certificate awarded for successful completion, organized by Birla School of Law, Birla Global University, Bhubaneswar, from 17 to 22 January 2022)."
• "2020: Faculty Development Programme on 'Research Methodology: Fundamentals, Trends and Developments' (certificate awarded for participation, organized by Amity Law School in association with Amity Academic Staff College, Amity University, Uttar Pradesh, from 29th June to 01 July 2020)."

Teaching Experience:

• Empowered legal minds through dynamic teaching roles at esteemed institutions including Capital Law College, Lingaraj Law College, University Law College, and Khordha Law College, fostering academic excellence from 2017 to 2023."

Industrial Experience:

• Worked as an advocate in civil and criminal matters (2012 to 2017)

Examiner Experience:

• Assistant Examiner for Utkal University, Bhubaneswar for evaluating 3 yrs LLB and 5 yrs BALLB answer scripts (2022 -2023)

Technical qualification:

• Diploma in Information Technology from NIIT