Konark Pratap Gupta
Assistant Professor
"Mr. Konark Pratap Gupta is an Assistant Professor and a legal scholar specialising in Energy Laws and Sustainability. He earned a B.A. LLB. (Hons.) with a specialisation in Energy Laws, laying the foundation for his expertise in the field. Continuing his academic journey, He completed a Master of Laws at the prestigious National Law University Delhi, specialising in Constitutional and Criminal Laws. Over time, He developed a profound interest in Energy Law and Policy, recognising its pivotal role in contemporary legal landscapes. This passion led him to become Ph.D. Research Scholar at Gujarat National Law University, specifically focusing on Energy Laws and sustainability. As a dedicated scholar, He actively contributes to academic discourse through reputed publications and participation at national and international conferences. His interdisciplinary approach integrates legal principles with environmental considerations, offering insights that inform policymaking and regulatory practices. To gain experience in the policy framework, He is also pursuing Post-Graduate Diploma in Environmental Law and Policy from the National Law University Delhi in collaboration with World Wide Fund India. As an Assistant Professor at KIIT Law School, He is also empanelled by The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI). His expertise includes - Energy Laws, Criminal Laws and Environmental laws.
Pursuing PhD (Energy Laws) - Gujarat National Law University, LL.M. Specialization in Constitutional and Criminal Law - National Law University Delhi, PG Diploma in Environmental Law and Policy - NLU Delhi & WWF India, B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) Specialisation in Energy Laws, UGC- NET
Research Interests
Specializing in Energy Laws, Constitutional and Criminal Laws. Research interests lie in Energy Law and Policy, Environmental Law and Sustainability.
Administrative Responsibility
Member of Training and Placement Cell of KIIT Law School, Member of Criminal Law Department and Constitutional law Department.
1. Gupta, Konark. “Reflection of Deleterious Effect of Kyoto Protocol on OPEC: The Other Side of the Coin.” Journal of Law in the Middle East, LexisNexis International, no. 2752–4647.
2. “Analysis of Water-Energy-Climate Nexus and Its Relevance in Current Scenario.” LEXIGENTIA: International Law Review, Thomson Reuters , vol. 9(1), no. 2454–1613, 2024.
3. Gupta, Konark. ““WTO’s Dispute Settlement Understanding: An Empirical Analysis With Reference to Participation of Developing &; Least Developed Countries.” Journal of Global Research & Analysis, vol. Vol. 8, no. 1.
4. Gupta, Konark. “Indian Constitution and Public Trust Doctrine: Its Applicability & Analysis in Oil and Gas Exploration Sector in India in the Context of Dispute Settlement Mechanism Under Production Sharing Contracts.” A LANDMARK ON THE INDIAN CONSTITUTION, 1st ed., Indian Journal of Legal Review, 2023.
5. Gupta, Konark. “A Study of Recent Trend of Constitutionalizing Administrative Law in India: In the Light of Principles of Natural Justice and Fundamental Rights.” Fundamental Rights & Duties: Issues & Perspective in 21st Century, India.
6. Shahi, Sarvesh, and Konark Gupta. “Statistical Analysis of Cases Related to Narcotic-Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 in India With Special Reference to the State of Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Punjab.” EMPOWERMENT AND EQUALITY NAVIGATING HUMAN RIGHTS LAW IN A COMPLEX WORLD, Institute of Legal Education, Indian Journal of Legal Review, 2023.
7. Gupta, Konark, and Vinay Kumar Kashyap. “Social Justice and Development - Through the Lens of Right to Education Movement in India.” International Journal of Psychosocial Rehabilitation, vol. Vol. 24, Issue No. 05, no. 1475–7192, 2020, pp. 564825–5648. https://doi.org/10.53555/V24I5/400075.
8. Gupta, Konark. “Tracing Political Philosophy in Ancient India in the Light of Mahabharata and Manusmriti.” Special Edition of Nyayapravah, vol. XX, no. 80.
9. Gupta, Konark, and Kartik Sharma. “Judicial Recusal in India: A Comparative Study With U.K and U.S.A.” International Journal of Law Management & Humanities.
10. Gupta , Konark, and Akshita Nigam. “Constitutional Governance on Death Penalty: Socio-Economic Approach.” CONSTITUTIONAL GOVERNANCE AND PROTECTION OF MINORITIES, 1st ed., India, KAAV, 2017.
11. Gupta, Konark. “Care for Yourself by Consciously Caring for the ‘Nature’: An Individualistic Approach Towards Environmental Protection”.” HPNLU GREEN GAZETTE. , vol. 1, no. 4-Winter Edition.
Books :
"Critical analysis of ‘Technology Protection Measures’ in India: The need for reform in The Copyright Act, 1957 in the light of recent techno-digital developments", CPJ Law Journal, National, 2024, ISSN 0976 3562