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Arvind P. Bhanu

University of Adelaide, Amity Law School, Delhi, Aligarh Muslim University, Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar University, Amity University

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Dr. Bhanu is a legal professional with more than thirty years of experience in teaching, research, and training within the field of law. Over the course of his career, he has held several academic and administrative positions across multiple institutions—advancing from Lecturer and Assistant Professor to Principal and Head/Director. Notably, he served as Professor of Law and Actg. Director at Amity Law School, Delhi (ALSD), one of India’s top five law schools. Currently, Dr. Bhanu holds the role of Professor of Law, Research, and Additional Director/Jt. HoI at ALS, as well as Adjunct Professor at the University of Adelaide, Australia. His steadfast commitment to legal education and research continues to shape future legal professionals.
Dr. Bhanu’s scholarly expertise spans the Law of Crimes, Constitutional Law, and the comparative study of constitutional systems, Law and Religion, Human Rights, and Jurisprudence. He earned his doctoral degree in Constitutional Law from Aligarh Muslim University, Uttar Pradesh, India and is also qualified by UGC-NET in law. In addition to his doctorate in law, he holds a master’s degree in economics and a Postgraduate Diploma in Labor Law and Relations (PGDLLR). His research portfolio includes numerous publications on a broad spectrum of legal topics, which appear in both international and national journals, digital platforms, and books. His work is published by leading international academic publishers such as Edward Elgar (UK), Springer, and Routledge (Taylor and Francis) etc. and featured in flagship U.S. Law Reviews. Dr. Bhanu’s research contributions are indexed in premier databases like SCOPUS and Web of Science, as well as UGC Care listed journals, with articles accessible through university digital libraries in the USA and Australia. He has supervised numerous master’s and doctoral dissertations, highlighting his dedication as a mentor. He also serves as editor or advisory board member for several reputed national and international legal journals and has contributed columns to prominent national newspapers and the magazine 'LAWZ'.
Through his research and involvement in funded projects, Dr. Bhanu investigates the legal dimensions of human rights and other issues. As technology—including artificial intelligence—transforms legal education, he has proactively developed research initiatives and published analyses on digital legal issues to enhance student learning. Alongside teaching and research, He is actively engaged in university governance, serving on various committees, councils, and commissions—including the Academic Council. His work addresses complex legal challenges and prepares law students for the rapidly evolving legal landscape.
Dr. Bhanu has presented his research at numerous national and international conferences and organized academic events such as seminars, workshops, Faculty Development Programs (FDPs), moot courts, and legal debates. He has chaired technical sessions, delivered keynote speeches, and served as a resource person for research workshops, FDPs, and UGC-HRDC refresher courses. His expertise is regularly sought by media organizations, including Doordarshan, national television. Dr. Bhanu also serves on the panel of examiners for doctoral research across various central/state universities, as well as for Judicial Service Examinations and Public Service Commission assessments.
His contributions have earned him multiple honors, including the Commendable Performance Award (2013 and 2014), Best Teacher Award (2017), NOVRA Sammaan (सम्मान) (2023), Academic Honour from the University of Adelaide, and the Lifetime Distinguished Scholar Award (2025) by IIJPS (Appa Education & Research Foundation), Bengaluru. His enduring commitment to legal scholarship and education is evident in his ongoing academic engagement.

Employment

  • University of Adelaide Adjunct Professor
  • Amity Law School, Delhi Actg. Director
  • Amity University Professor of Law, Research and Addl. Director/Jt. Head

Education

  • Aligarh Muslim University Ph.D
  • Aligarh Muslim University LL.M
  • Aligarh Muslim University LL.B
  • Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar University M.A. (Eco.)

Projects & Funding

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Publications (318)