Navin Pal Singh

Mr. Navin Pal Singh [LL.B., LL.M. (NET), Ph.D. Pursuing] is an aspiring legal scholar and presently serving as Assistant Professor (Selection Grade) at the School of Law, UPES, Dehradun. He is a dedicated professional with a strong passion for Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Election Laws, and Procedural Laws. He possesses a robust background in both academics and litigation, with a total professional experience of nearly 8.5 years.

During his journey in litigation, he has appeared in various criminal and matrimonial matters before the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India and the High Court of Delhi. He has also published several scholarly works in Scopus-indexed, ABDC, and UGC CARE-listed refereed and peer-reviewed journals of repute. His combined academic and practical legal expertise contributes significantly to legal education and research.

Before joining UPES, Mr. Navin served as Assistant Professor at the School of Law, The NorthCap University, Gurugram, from January 2017 to December 2018, and at the School of Law, Lovely Professional University, Punjab, from April 2016 to November 2016. He also worked as Senior Associate with Mr. R. S. Goswami, Ex-Chairman and Member, Bar Council of Delhi.

Constitutional Law | Procedural Laws | Criminal Law | Election Laws

Mr. Navin's teaching philosophy is structured on the principle that it is the utmost responsibility of a teacher to create a learning-oriented and critical-thinking atmosphere for students. He firmly believes that teaching law requires not only a deep understanding of legal principles and concepts but also the ability to communicate that knowledge effectively.

He also holds the view that the role of a legal academician extends beyond imparting legal education to shaping law students as torchbearers of society who can spread awareness regarding legal rights and social responsibilities.

Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita | Civil Procedure Code | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita | Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam | Constitutional Law

Mr. Navin's scholarly work is primarily centered in the fields of Constitutional, Criminal, and Election Laws. He has published various research articles in Scopus-indexed and UGC CARE-listed journals, including works on media's right to expression versus fundamental rights of individuals in India, constitutionalism and constitutional amendments, electoral reforms in Indian democracy, child's right to food and malnutrition law, and the balance between contempt of court and free expression.

He has also contributed chapters in various books covering child rights, reproductive rights, labour welfare, women workers' rights, and reforms in Hindu Joint Family law. His scholarship reflects strong engagement with constitutional values, legal reforms, and socio-legal issues of contemporary relevance.

Email: npsingh@ddn.upes.ac.in