Mr. Jeet Singh Mann

Mr. Jeet Singh Mann is a highly accomplished legal scholar, academician, and researcher, currently serving as the Director of the Centre for Transparency and Accountability in Governance at National Law University, Delhi (NLUD). With over two decades of academic and research experience, Mr. Mann has spearheaded several prestigious, government-funded projects focused on access to justice, legal aid, and governance reform, significantly shaping the landscape of empirical legal research in India.

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Key Research Projects and Contributions

Mr. Mann has been the Principal Investigator and Project Director for numerous impactful projects, including:

• UGC Research Award in Law (2014): He conducted a groundbreaking empirical study on legal aid in Delhi, providing key insights into the effectiveness and reach of legal aid services in India’s capital.

• ICSSR Sponsored Research Project (2017-2019): This large-scale empirical study extended across 18 states, critically examining the scope and challenges of legal aid in India.

• SPARC-IITK Ministry of Education Joint Research Project (2019-2023): A collaborative initiative between India and China, this project delved into the comparative aspects of legal systems and governance.

• Dept. of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice (2019-2023): Mr. Mann led empirical research on infrastructure in district courts and access to justice, as well as the conditions of under-trial prisoners in selective prisons across various states.

• National Commission for Women, Govt. of India (2021-2023): His research on women workers in India is a testament to his commitment to examining labor rights and gender justice through a legal lens.

 

International Academic Engagements

Mr. Mann’s expertise has been recognized globally, particularly in China, where he has served as a Visiting Professor at some of the most renowned institutions, including:

• South China University of Technology (SCUT), Guangzhou (2018): Delivered a series of lectures on Comparative Labour Law, Administrative Law, and Indian Judicial Systems to the LLM Public Law Group.

• Beijing Normal University (2019, 2023): Engaged LLM and PhD students in subjects like Comparative Labour Law, Comparative Administrative Law, and Empirical Research Methodology, providing a comparative study of legal frameworks.

• Renmin University (2023): His lectures on labor law reforms have added valuable insight into the evolving dynamics of labor law from an international perspective.

 

Academic and Research Leadership

As the Executive Editor of the International Journal of Transparency and Accountability in Governance, a UGC Care Index Journal, Mr. Mann has played a critical role in advancing contemporary legal discourse. He is also a peer reviewer for several national and international journals, including the International Review of Law (Qatar Foundation), and prominent Indian law journals such as those of IMS Unison University, MNLU Mumbai, and GNLU Gujarat.

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Mr. Mann has authored 8 books and 6 international and 70 national research papers, published in reputed journals like the SCC, Journal of Indian Law Institute, Labour Law Journal, NALSAR Law Review, and NUJS Law Review. His areas of research include labour law, administrative law, legal research methodologies, constitutional law, and the Right to Information (RTI).

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National and International Impact

With over 250 lectures and presentations delivered at leading academic institutions, government organizations, and international forums, Mr. Mann has firmly established himself as a thought leader in legal education and governance. His lectures cover critical areas like comparative law, labour law reforms, RTI, and empirical legal research. He has spoken at prestigious institutions including the National University of Singapore (NUS), Seoul National University, Peking University, Kuwait International Law School, and Tribhuvan University, Nepal.

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He has also actively contributed to national governance by participating in government committees. In 2018, Mr. Mann was invited by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Personnel, Pension, Grievances & Law and Justice to present his empirical research on legal aid services in India. His involvement with the Bar Council of India (BCI) as a member of a special inspection committee for law institutions further demonstrates his commitment to enhancing legal education standards in the country.

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Legal Practice and Consultancy

In addition to his academic pursuits, Mr. Mann has been actively involved in legal practice, particularly focusing on RTI and Service Law. His notable legal cases include Master Rajat Mann v. GGSIP University (2015) and J S Mann v. NLU Delhi (2018, 2021), J S Mann vs. NLIU Bhopal- MP State Information Commission (July, 2023) and NLIU Bhopal vs. State Information Commission and JS Mann (Sept, 2023). His expertise in service law and transparency issues has been sought by numerous governmental bodies, including the National Institute of Fashion Technology and several Public Information Officers (PIOs) across central and state governments.

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Academic Leadership and Curriculum Development

Mr. Mann’s contributions to curriculum reforms across various law schools in India are widely recognized. He has served on the Board of Studies for UG and PG courses at institutions like Amity University, Jaipur National University, and Himgiri Zee University. His efforts in drafting the Delhi Lokayukta and Uplokayukta Act Amendment (2022-2023) underscore his role in law reform initiatives at the state level.

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Conferences and Seminars

As an experienced organizer of academic events, Mr. Mann has facilitated over 15 conferences and seminars, focusing on capacity-building for teachers, legal research methodologies, and governance reforms. He has also supervised 7 empirical research projects and reviewed several PhD theses from leading law universities such as NALSAR, NUJS, and GNLU.