1. | Completed Coursera course “Introduction to Psychology” in March 2025. |
2. | Attended Ten-day Capacity Program on New Criminal Laws jointly organized by Sambhav. |
3. | Attended One Week Capacity Building Programme on Mediation jointly organized by Sambhav Initiative, ProBono India, and the GNLU Centre for Law and Society from May 20 to 27, 2024. |
4. | Attended Three-week online workshop on Legal Research Methodology (FDP) organized by Law Teachers India and SRM University from March 11 to April 1, 2024. |
5. | Attended FDP on Teaching Law in the 21st Century organized by Law Teachers India and Gujarat Maritime University from January 1 to February 3, 2024. |
6. | Attended One Month National Level Online Refresher Course on Teaching Law in 21st Century – Edition 1 (40 Hrs.) organized by the Law Teachers India and Gujarat Maritime University, Gandhinagar from July 3 to August 5, 2023. |
7. | Attended a Faculty Development Program on Dynamic Shifting of Legal Education and Teaching Techniques in Light of the NEP organized by the Department of Legal Science, Techno India University, West Bengal held from 14th – 19th August, 2023. |
8. | Attended a Faculty Development Program on Use of AI & Technology in the Administration of Justice- A Paradigm Shift in the 21st Century organized by Amity Law School; Amity University Kolkata held from 24th July, 2023 Amity Law School 28th July, 2023. |
9. | Attended a Faculty Development Program on Exploring Dynamics of National Education Policy 2020 with Reference to NAAC Perspectives jointly organized by Faculty of Commerce, Parul University-Gujarat, Research Foundation of India & RFI- CARE from 12th – 18th May 2023. |
10. | Completed AICTE Training and Learning Academy (ATAL) Online Elementary Faculty Development Program on Academic Excellence through Leadership and Governance from 21st – 25th February 2022 by Shri Vishwakarma Skill University, Palwal, Gurugram. |
11. | Completed Coursera Course on Citizenship and the rule of Law offered by University of London in March 2022. |
12. | Completed Coursera Course on Leadership and Emotional Intelligence offered by Indian School of Business in July 2021. |
13. | Completed Coursera Course on Influencing People offered by University of Michigan in December 2020. |
14. | Completed Coursera Course on Classical Sociological Theory offered by University of Amsterdam in May 2020. |
15. | Completed Online Certificate Course on Legal Aspects of Start-ups organized by Legal Start-ups in collaboration with GNLU Legal Incubation Council (Supported by SSIP, Education Department, Govt. of Gujarat), GNLU Centre for IPR, Gujarat National Law University, Gandhinagar from February 20 to March 14, 2021. |
From Tolerance to Termination: Rethinking Laws on Commercial Sex Work in India | January 2025 with Integrity Education | ISBN: 978-93-4878737-8 Click to Buy Book From Amazon |
MCQs on New Criminal Laws | June 2024 with Integrity Education | ISBN: 978-81-974790-1-4 Click to Buy Book From Amazon |
Same-Sex Marriages in India: A Comprehensive Study | October 2022 with Notion Press | ISBN:979-88-88492-34-5, https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0BKLHS2F2 |
Rights of the Persons on the Other Side | December 2021 with Xpress Publishing by Notion Press | ISBN: 979-88-85306-06-5,https://notionpress.com/read/rights-of-the-persons-on-the-other-side |
WTO Agreements and their Impact on Developing Nations | March 2021with Lambert Academic Publishing | ISBN: 978-620-3-47117-5 https://glavkniga.kz/book/708523 |
International Trade Law: A Historical & Comparative Analysis of GATT & WTO | December 2020 with Xpress Publishing, Notion Press | ISBN: 978-1-63745-882-2https://notionpress.com/read/international-trade-law, https://www.amazon.in/dp/1637458827 |
BOOK CHAPTERS- | |
- | Leveraging Cloud Technology for Criminal Justice Administration: Opportunities and Challenges, with IGI Scientific Publishers, ISBN13: 9798369395813, to be indexed on Scopus in April 2025. |
- | Emerging Trend in the Advancement of Sustainable Transportation through Electric Vehicles, has been accepted for publication in 2-Qranked book "Artificial Intelligence in the Digital Era: Economic, Legislative, and Media Perspectives." The book is part of the renowned Springer book series, "Studies in Systems, Decision and Control" ISSN: 2198-4190, to be published in October 2025 |
- | .Intricacies of Divorce Unraveled: A Comprehensive analysis of Legal and Social Aspects with The Law Brigade Publishers, ISBN: 978-81-956533-4-8, in July 2023. |
- | Keeping the Epitome of Secularism Alive: Respecting the Personal Law of all with University Book House Pvt. Ltd., ISBN: 978-93-90672-55-4, in December 2021. |
- | Gender Sensitization Begins at Home: An Appraisal of The Role of Family with National Prints, ISBN: 978-81-95286-02-7, in November 2021. |
- | Indian Economy and Healthcare Regime: Lessons Learnt During Pandemic with University Book House Pvt. Ltd., ISBN: 978-93-90672-63-9, in October 2021. |
- | Impact of Financial Crimes on Developing Economies: Special Reference to India with Orange Book Publications, ISBN: 978-93-91543-18-1, in November 2021. |
- | Critical Analysis of the Reservation Scheme in India: Impact so far and the Improvements Needed with Orange Book Publications, ISBN: 978-93-91543-36-5, in December 2021. |
- | Live-In Relationships in Indian Society & its Psycho legal Implications with INSC International Publishers, ISBN: 978-1-68576-174-5, in November 2021. |
1. | Paper entitled “CONSERVATION OF ORANS OF RAJASTHAN AND COMMUNITY CONCERNS FOR ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION” in the 13th TIPSCON 2024: An International Conference on the theme 'Nurturing Growth Through Indigenous Development: A Key to Global Competence' held at India International Centre, New Delhi, India, on 10-August-2024. |
2. | Paper entitled “OCEAN CLIMATE NEXUS THROUGH THE LENS OF HUMAN RIGHTS” in the 13th TIPSCON 2024: An International Conference on the theme 'Nurturing Growth Through Indigenous Development: A Key to Global Competence' held at India International Centre, New Delhi, India, on 10-August-2024. |
3. | Paper entitled Red Lights and Legal Lines: A Comparative Analysis of the Policy Dealing with Prostitution in India and Brazil at a National Seminar on Legal Horizons organized by Amity University Rajasthan on 30th April 2024. |
4. | Paper entitled Cracking the Code: Legal Strategies for Protecting Open-Source Software from IPR Violations at an International Conference organized by Woxsen University, Hyderabad from 14th -16th March 2024. |
5. | Paper entitled Upholding Human Dignity: A Critique of Prisoners' Rights in The Criminal Justice System at an International Conference organized by Jagaran Lake University, Bhopal on 6th & 7th March 2024 |
6. | Paper entitled Policy on Prostitution: Exploring Legal Systems Around the Globe and Implications of India’s Stance in the National Seminar on ‘Sex Workers and Their Children' Organized by the Centre for Women and Law, National Law University Odisha Sponsored by the National Commission for Women held on 6th October 2023. |
7. | Paper entitled Exposing the Ineffectiveness of Indian Laws in Combating Prostitution in India: A Critical Analysis in a Two-Day National Conference on “Emerging Contours of Law and Justice in the Contemporary Era: Issues and Challenges” jointly organized by PG Department of Law, Gauhati University, Assam; Droit Penale Group, Prayagraj and Guru Angad Dev Teaching Learning Centre, SGTB Khalsa College, University of Delhi under the Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission on Teachers and Teaching (PMMMNMTT) of Ministry of Education held from 26th August to 27th August 2023. |
8. | Paper entitled ‘The Indian Legal Approach towards Commercial Sex-work: Issues and Challenges’ in 27th- 28th October 2020. |
9. | Paper entitled ‘Law Related to The Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace: Promoting the Inclusiveness of Women at Economic Front’ in the National Conference on Women and the Law organized by RNB Global University, Bikaner on 4th March 2022 |
10. | Paper entitled ‘Marital Rape: A Legally Recognized Crime Hiding Behind the Curtains of Marriage’ in the ‘11th International Conference on Human Rights and Gender Justice’ Organized by Knowledge Steez EDUHUB LLP on 27th February 2022. |
11. | Paper entitled ‘Keeping the Epitome of Secularism Alive: Respecting the Personal Law of All’ at International Conference on Recent Trends in Human Rights and Changing Facets of Religious Freedom’ organized by Kerala Law Academy Law College on 7th August 2021. |
12. | Paper entitled ‘Media Trials in India: A strike on Right to Privacy’ at National Conference on Law and Privacy organized by KLE Society’s Law College, Bangalore on 30th – 31st July 2021 |
13. | Paper entitled ‘Inter-Relation of Education and Society: Gaps in The Education System and their Impact on Social Changes’ at National Conference on Human Rights Issues, Social Problems and Changes in 21st Century by Department of Sociology, Ranchi University, Jharkhand on 26th June 2021. |
14. | Paper entitled ‘Critical Analysis of the Reservation Scheme in India: Impact and the Improvements Needed’ at National Conference on the Seven Decades of Indian Constitution: Contemporary Issues and Challenges, organized by Shankarrao Chavan Law College, Pune on 22nd June 2021. |
15. | Paper entitled ‘Need to Strengthen the Healthcare System in India: Lesson Learnt in Pandemic’ at International Conference on Right to Health and Impact of COVID-19 on Indian Healthcare System organized by Kerala Law Academy Law College on 19th June 2021. |
16. | Paper entitled ‘Freedom of Speech and Expression in a Democracy: A Critical Study’ at a One Day National Seminar Organized by Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla on 16th March 2021. |
17. | Paper entitled ‘Impact of Live-in Relationships on Indian Society’ in the International Conference on Legality of Live-in Relationship in India: A Closer Outlook, Organized by Kerala Law Academy Law College on 23rd January 2021. |
18. | Paper entitled ‘Protecting the Rights of Female Sex-workers: Proposition of a Pro-Work Model’ in the ‘4th International Conference on Human Rights and Gender Justice’ Organized by Knowledge Steez in association with South Ural State University, University of Maribor and Legal Studies Association, Missouri university held on 13th December 2020. |
19. | Paper entitled ‘Policy related to Commercial Sex-Work: The Indian Legal Perspective’ in an International E- Conference on Human Trafficking held by ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh in collaboration with International Council of Jurist, London on 29th November 2020. |
20. | Paper entitled ‘Sex Trade and its Impact on Economy’ at an International E- Conference on Economic Crimes and fraud Management held by Centre of Economic Crimes and Counter Corruption Studies, Sardar Patel University of Police, Security and Criminal Justice, Jodhpur, |
1. | Granted a Certificate of Registration of Design by the Patent Office, Government of India for an innovative Finance Tracking Device for Loan. The design is officially registered under Design No. 439282-001, dated 03/12/2024, classified under Class 14-02. |
2. | Granted a Certificate of Registration of Design by the Patent Office, Government of India for an innovative Device for Employee Attendance Management Using Camera. The design is officially registered under Design No. 428572-001, dated 28/08/2024, classified under Class 14-02. |
1. | Scared Places and legal battles: Places of Worship Act in the Daily Guardian on 10th April 2025 - https://thedailyguardian.com/opinion/sacred-spaces-and-legal-battles-the-places-of-worship-act/ |
2. | Codification over Uniformity– Rethinking the UCC debate in The Print on 5th April 2025- https://theprint.in/yourturn/subscriberwrites-codification-over-uniformity-rethinking-the-ucc-debate/2578992/ |
3. | A New Challenge for India-US Relations in the Daily guardian on 31st March 2025- https://thedailyguardian.com/opinion/a-new-challenge-for-india-us-relations/ |
4. | Syria at the crossroads: What happened and what lies ahead? in the Daily guardian on 22nd January 2025- https://thedailyguardian.com/opinion/syria-at-the-crossroads-what-happened-and-what-lies-ahead/ |
5. | Can India adapt Australia’s age gating to regulate social media usage by children? in the Daily guardian on 17th December 2024- https://thedailyguardian.com/opinion/can-india-adapt-australias-age-gating-to-regulate-social-media-usage-by-children/ |
6. | Russia-Ukraine War: Struggle for Sovereignty and Security in the Daily guardian on 3rd December 2024- https://thedailyguardian.com/opinion/russia-ukraine-war-struggle-for-sovereignty-and-security |
7. | AI in legal education: Opportunities and challenges in India in the Daily guardian on 29th November 2024- https://thedailyguardian.com/opinion/ai-in-legal-education-opportunities-and-challenges-in-india/ |
8. | An examination of the relative grading system in the Daily guardian on 22nd November 2024- https://thedailyguardian.com/opinion/an-examination-of-the-relative-grading-system/ |
9. | Israel-Palestine Conflict One Year Later in the Daily guardian on 12th November 2024- https://thedailyguardian.com/opinion/israel-palestine-conflict-one-year-later/ |
10. | Effects of Linguistic Intolerance on National Integrity in the Daily Guardian on 1st October 2024- https://thedailyguardian.com/opinion/effects-of-linguistic-intolerance-on-national-integrity/ |
11. | Eradication of sex work from India by adopting the Nordic approach in the Daily Guardian on 19th September 2024- https://thedailyguardian.com/opinion/adopting-the-nordic-approach-to-ensure-a-safer-future/ |
12. | Landscape of Section 377 of IPC Post Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita in the Daily guardian on 4th July 2024- https://thedailyguardian.com/landscape-of-section-377-of-ipc-post-bharatiya-nyaya-sanhita/ |
13. | Cancelled Dreams: NET & NEET Storm and the new law in the Daily Guardian on 25th June 2024- https://thedailyguardian.com/cancelled-dreams-net-neet-storm-and-the-new-law/ |
14. | Reimaging Literature: The Impact of AI in the Daily Guardian on 24th May 2024 - https://thedailyguardian.com/reimagining-literature-the-impact-of-ai/ |
15. | The victim impact report v/s criminal justice system in the Daily Guardian on 20th May 2024- https://thedailyguardian.com/the-victim-impact-report-v-s-criminal-justice-system/ |
16. | CAA: Comprehending its consequences and controversies in the Daily Guardian on 16th May 2024- https://thedailyguardian.com/caa-comprehending-its-consequences-and-controversies/ |
17. | The Story of Electoral Bonds in The Daily Gurdian on 5th April 2024- https://thedailyguardian.com/the-story-of-electoral-bonds/ |
18. | Case for Legislative Guarantee of Minimum support Prices in The Daily Guardian on 19th March 2024-https://thedailyguardian.com/case-for-legislative-guarantee-of-minimum-support-prices/ |
19. | Ram Mandir and its impact on India’s global image in The Daily Guardian on 16th February 2024- https://thedailyguardian.com/ram-mandir-and-its-impact-on-indias-global-image/ |
20. | The National Education Policy: Charting a course for excellence in The Daily Guardian on 1st February 2024- https://thedailyguardian.com/the-national-education-policy-charting-a-course-for-excellence/ |
21. | Charting a Green Horizon: Dubai Hosts COP 28 to Spearhead Global Climate Action in The Daily Guardian on 27th December 2023- https://thedailyguardian.com/charting-a-green-horizon-dubai-hosts-cop-28-to-spearhead-global-climate-action/ |
22. | Why the Traditional Teacher-student ‘connect’ is a thing of the past in The Daily Guardian on 4th May 2023- https://thedailyguardian.com/why-the-traditional-teacher-student-connect-is-a-thing-of-the-past/ |
23. | Law and the Commercial Sex-work: The Indian Scenario in The Daily Guardian on 21st February 2023- https://thedailyguardian.com/law-and-commercial-sex-work-the-indian-scenario/ |
1. | Judged the Preliminary rounds of 2nd Amity International Moot Court Competition, 2024 organized by Amity University Haryana from 19th – 21st April 2024. |
2. | Delivered an expert session on Training and Skill Building Initiatives to end Gender Based Violence on 23rd February 2024 in the winter school organized by Sage University, Indore. |
3. | Judge in 8th Dr. A P J Abdul National Legal Essay Competition – 2023 organized by the Pro-Bono India in collaboration with the Pro-Bono Club, Gujarat National Law University in December 2023. |
4. | Judged Preliminary rounds of the National Moot Court Competition, 2023 organized by ICFAI University, Jaipur on 4th November 2023. |
5. | Judged Preliminary rounds of the 6th Amity National Moot Court Competition, 2023 organized by Amity University Haryana on 7th October 2023. |
6. | Judged Preliminary rounds of the 9th Manipal Ranka International Moot Court Competition, 2023, organized by the Manipal University Jaipur from 30th September – 2nd October 2023. |
7. | Judged Preliminary rounds of the 2nd Asia Pacific Vis Pre-Moot Court Competition, 2023, organized by the Knowledge Steez on 8th February 2023. |
8. | Judged Semi-final round of 1st Virtual National Client Counselling Competition, 2022 organized at ICFAI University, Jaipur, Rajasthan on 16th December 2022. |
9. | Judged Semi-final round of 4th Surana & Surana and School of Law Raffles University National Labour Law Moot Court Competition, 2018 held at Raffles University, Neemrana 8th – 9th April 2022 |
10. | Judged the Semi-final round of the Intra College Moot Court Competition, 2022 organized by Subodh Law College, Jaipur, Rajasthan on 25th February 2022. |
11. | Judged Preliminary Rounds of Amity National Moot Court Competition, 2021 held online by Amity Law School, Amity University Rajasthan on 8th -9th May 2021. |
12. | Invited as a Resource person in a 5-day National Workshop on Legal Drafting and Research Organized by Knowledge Steez from 30th Sept- 4th October 2020. |
13. | Judged Quarter Final Round of 3rd Surana & Surana & Raffles University, Neemrana National Labour Law Moot Court Competition 2019, held at Raffles University, Neemrana on 13th October 2019. |
14. | Judged Preliminary Rounds of National Trial Advocacy Competition,2019 held at Amity University Rajasthan on 13th September 2001 |
15. | Judged Quarter final round of 2nd Surana and Surana Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law International Law Moot Court Competition 2018, held at Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Patiala, Punjab on 17th November 2018 |
16. | Judged Semi-final round of 1st Surana & Surana and School of Law Raffles University National Labour Law Moot Court Competition, 2018 held at Raffles University, Neemrana on 18th March 2018 |
1. | Member of the Editorial Board of International Journal of Contemporary Islamic Studies (IJCIS) since March 2025. |
2. | Senior Editor at Law Teachers India since January 2024. |
3. | Member of the Bar Council of Rajasthan since 2013. |
1. | Examining the Right to Education in India: A Comprehensive Study of Policies, Implementation, and Socio-Economic Impact has been accepted for publication in the month of January 2024 by International Journal of Human Rights and Constitutional Studies, A Web of Science Indexed Journal. ISSN: 2050-1048, Available at: https://www.inderscience.com/info/ingeneral/forthcoming.php?jcode=ijhrcs |
2. | The Rights of Commercial Sex Workers in India: A Critical Analysis of the Legislative and Judicial Trends published on 4th April 2024 by International Journal of Human Rights and Constitutional Studies, A Web of Science Indexed Journal, ISSN: 2050-1048, Vol. 11, Issue 02, 2024, page no. 169-187 Available at: https://www.inderscience.com/info/inarticle.php?artid=137723 |
3. | The Vague Perception of commercial Sex-work and Exploitation of Women: The Indian Legal Framework has been published in April 2023 by International Journal of Human Rights and Constitutional Studies; A Web of Science Indexed Journal, ISSN: 2050-1048, Vol. 10, Issue 02, 2023, page no. 176-187 Available at: https://www.inderscience.com/offer.php?id=130016 |
4. | Right to Life and Personal Liberty of a Married Woman Vis-à-vis the Peril of Marital Rape in International Journal of Early Childhood Special Education, ISSN:1308-5581 Vol 14, Issue 02, 2022 Web of Science Indexed Journal in May 2022 Available at: https://www.int-jecse.net/media/article_pdfs/4706-4709.pdf |
5. | The Conflict between Live-In Relationships and Marriage and Its Sociolegal Position in India in International Journal of Law and Humanities, ISSN: 2581-5369 (Peer reviewed journal) in January 2022 Available at: https://ijlmh.com/paper/the-conflict-between-live-in-relationships-and-marriage-and-its-sociolegal-position-in-india/ |
6. | Significance of The Role Played by Rural Women in Making Swachh Bharat Mission a Success in International Journal of Legal Science and Innovation, ISSN: 2581-9453 (Peer Reviewed Journal) in January 2022 Available at: https://ijlsi.com/paper/significance-of-the-role-played-by-rural-women-in-making-swacch-bharat-mission-a-success/ |
. | Gold Medalist (LL.M.) |
. | Judge, Speaker, and Resource Person across several reputed institutions. |
From Tolerance to Termination: Rethinking Laws on Commercial Sex Work in India* by Dr. Alisha Verma provides an in-depth analysis of the socio-legal landscape of commercial sex work in India. The book explores historical perspectives, legal frameworks, and international policies while critically evaluating the challenges faced by sex workers. Through comparative legal studies, case law, and empirical research, Dr. Verma presents a comprehensive argument for policy reform. The book proposes a draft bill aimed at addressing exploitation and ensuring justice for those involved. It is a must-read for policymakers, legal scholars, and social activists advocating for a balanced and humane approach to commercial sex work.
Key Highlights:-
- Analyzes historical, cultural, and legal aspects of sex work in India.
- Compares international models, including those from Germany, Sweden, and the UK.
- Examines judicial responses and landmark court cases.
- Presents empirical research and statistical data on sex work and exploitation.
- Proposes a draft bill for legal reform to combat trafficking and protect rights.
*From Tolerance to Termination: Rethinking Laws on Commercial Sex Work in India* explores the legal, moral, and human rights aspects of sex work in India. The book critically examines its ambiguous legal status, societal stigma, and exploitative nature. Originating as a doctoral thesis, it evolved into an in-depth study analyzing historical, social, and legal influences. It compares global models, such as the Scandinavian and German approaches, to assess their relevance for India. Through case law, legislative discussions, and empirical research, it highlights policy gaps and proposes a draft bill aimed at eliminating commercial sex work while providing economic alternatives and social support. The book advocates for structural changes to promote gender equality and dignity while urging policymakers, researchers, and activists to rethink existing legal frameworks. It serves as a call to action for a more just and humane approach to addressing the complexities of sex work in India.
I express my sincere gratitude to my guide & mentor Prof. Dr. Saroj Bohra Sharma
whose constant encouragement and insights have been instrumental in the
completion of this effort. I dedicate this book to the numerous persons whose lives
are connected to this problem, with the aspiration that their voices achieve justice
and dignity inside its pages.
CHAPTER -I | 1-21 |
INTRODUCTION | |
CHAPTER-II | 22-86 |
CURRENT POLICY ON COMMERCIAL SEX WORK: INTERNATIONAL AND NATIONAL PERSPECTIVE | |
CHAPTER III | 87-110 |
FALLOUTS OF THE CURRENT FRAMEWORK | |
CHAPTER – IV | 111-130 |
JUDICIAL APPROACH TOWARDS RIGHTS OF COMMERCIAL SEX WORKERS | |
CHAPTER – V | 131-165 |
DATA ANALYSIS AND INTERNPRETATION | |
CHAPTER- VI | 166-194 |
CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS | |
DRAFT OF THE PROPOSED BILL | 195-206 |