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Ph.D. (Genocide Studies): Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi

M. Phil. (Law and Governance): Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi

LL.M. (International Law): Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla

LL.B.: Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla

B.A.: St. Bede's College, Shimla
 

Prof. (Dr.) Khushboo Chauhan

Associate Professor & Associate Dean (Institution Building & Office of Student Affairs & Initiatives (OSAI))

Email kchauhan1@jgu.edu.in
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ORCID ID 0000-0002-7421-981X
Key Expertise Genocide Studies, International Law and Politics, International Organisations, Governance, Asian Studies, Korean Studies.

Ph.D. (Genocide Studies): Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi

M. Phil. (Law and Governance): Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi

LL.M. (International Law): Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla

LL.B.: Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla

B.A.: St. Bede's College, Shimla
 

Biography

Dr. Khushboo Chauhan is an Associate Professor at Jindal Global Law School (JGLS) and a Senior Fellow at the Centre for the Study of the United Nations (CSUN), O.P. Jindal Global University, Sonipat, India. She holds a Ph.D. and an M.Phil. in Law and Governance from the Centre for the Study of Law and Governance (CSLG), Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi. Trained as a lawyer, she also holds an LL.M. in International Law from Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla. Her scholarship lies within the broader field of Law and Governance, with a particular focus on genocide studies. She has presented her research at leading international conferences across Asia, Europe, and Australia. Her current research explores the intersections of international law, memory, museums and genocide studies in East Asia, with a particular focus on South Korea.

UG (Core Courses)

  • Public International Law
  • Interpretation of Statutes 

PG (Core Courses)

  • Law and Justice in a Globalising World
  • Legal Research Methodology

Electives Offered

  • Law & Politics of Cultural Genocide
  • Understanding Genocide
  • Law and Psychology
  • Awarded the ACUNS Global South Travel Subsidy Grant to present a paper in the ACUNS Annual Meeting, organised by the Academic Council on the United Nations System (ACUNS) and the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies, Geneva, Switzerland (2022).
  • Awarded a Research Grant by the Korean Public Administration Association (KAPA) to present a paper at the KAPA International Conference, Yeosu, South Korea (2022 online).
  • Awarded the ICPP5 Grant by the International Public Policy Association (IPPA) to present a paper at the 5th International Conference on Public Policy, Barcelona, Spain (2021 online).
  • Awarded a Scholarship by the International Law Association (ILA) to present a paper at the 79th ILA Biennial Conference, Kyoto, Japan (2020 online).
  • Selected for Sponsored Membership of the Academic Council on the United Nations System (ACUNS) (2017 and 2020).
  • Awarded the Student Travel Grant by the International Political Science Association (IPSA) to present a paper at the 25th World Congress of Political Science, Brisbane, Australia (2018).
  • Awarded the Friends of ACUNS Global South Travel Grant and KACUNS Travel Grant for Ph.D. Students to present a paper at the ACUNS Annual Meeting, Seoul, South Korea (2017).
  • Awarded the Travel Grant for students by the International Federation for Public History (IFPH) to present a paper at its 4th Annual Conference, Ravenna, Italy (2017).
  • Awarded the UGC Non-NET Fellowship (2010–2015).
  • Best Research Paper Award, International Conference on Globalization, Governance and Sustainable Development, New Delhi (2013).
  • Awarded Subject -wise Merit Scholarship by H.P. University, 2004-2007.
     

Chauhan, K. and Bhandari, S. (2026) ‘Legislating Humanity: The Role of Law in Addressing Genocide Amidst Globalization and Modernity’, in Sreejith S.G., Patnaik, Shridhar & Khetarpal, Ishita (eds.) Traversing the Trial: Law, Justice, and Sustainability in a Globalizing World. Singapore: Springer. ISBN 978-981-95-8395-9 (eBook); 978-981-95-8394-2 (Hardcover).

Chauhan, K. (2023) ‘Rethinking the Concept of Cultural Genocide under International Law’, in Jacob, F. and Todzi, K.S. (eds.) Genocidal violence: Concepts, forms and impact. Berlin: De Gruyter. ISBN 978-3110781328 (eBook); 978-3110780703 (Hardcover).

Chauhan, K. (2020) ‘Populism, Nationalism and Conflict in Bosnia and Herzegovina’. Mirovna Akademija. Know More

Chauhan, K. (2018) ‘Women Empowerment and Domestic Violence: The Economics of Decline’, in Singh, V. (ed.) Interrogating Women Empowerment: The Global Experience. New Delhi: Satyam Law International. ISBN 978-93-87839-06-9.

Chauhan, K. (2018) ‘Rural Health, Civil Society & Panchayats: A Comparative Study of Mandya & Mysore Districts, Karnataka’, in Singh, V. (ed.) Rural Development in India: Concepts, Philosophy & Approaches. New Delhi: Satyam Law International. ISBN 978-93-82823-95-7.

Chauhan, K. (2014) ‘Crimes against Women: International law and its influence on India’, Second National Conference on Law and Governance, Surat, 27–28 September. Surat: Auro University. ISBN 978-81-928189-3-1.

Chauhan, K. (2013) ‘E-Governance through Panchayati Raj Institutions in Karnataka: Issues and Challenges’, 1st National Conference on Politics and Governance, New Delhi, 5 May, p. 36. New Delhi: Academy of Politics and Governance. ISBN 978-81-920513-1-4.

Chauhan, K. (2013) ‘New Media as a Weapon of American Statecraft: Decoding Nuances of Public Diplomacy in a Globalized World’, Journal of Politics and Governance, 2(3–4), pp. 221–225. ISSN 2278-473X.

Chauhan, K. (2013) ‘E-Governance through Panchayati Raj Institutions in Karnataka: Issues and Challenges’, Journal of Politics and Governance, 2(1–2), pp. 372–376. ISSN 2278-473X.
Email kchauhan1@jgu.edu.in
ORCID ID 0000-0002-7421-981X
Key Expertise Genocide Studies, International Law and Politics, International Organisations, Governance, Asian Studies, Korean Studies.
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