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Dr Md Baharul Islam
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Dr Md Baharul Islam

Associate Professor

  • School/College

    School of Law

Dr. Md Baharul Islam is an Associate Professor at the School of Law, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in International Space Law from Raiganj University, where his research focused on space debris and the need for sustainable use of outer space. He also earned a Gold Medal in LL.M. from Jaipur National University.

With more than nine years of teaching experience at reputed institutions such as Alliance University, Presidency University, and ICFAI University, Tripura, Dr. Islam brings wide academic expertise in International Space Law, AI & Technology Law, and Intellectual Property Rights. Before entering full-time academics, he practiced for over two years as an Advocate at the High Court of Tripura and subordinate courts, which strengthened his practical understanding of law.

Dr. Islam is a member of the International Institute of Space Law (IISL), Paris, and serves on editorial boards of several legal journals. He is actively engaged in academic leadership, research mentoring, and outreach initiatives to promote legal education and interdisciplinary scholarship.

Qualifications

  • Ph.D.

    Raiganj University (A State Govt. University) West Bengal. ,2024

  • LL.M

    Jaipur National University, Jaipur, Rajasthan , 2013

  • B.A.,LL.B(Hon’s)

    Tripura University (A Central University) , 2008

Experience

Total Years of Experience

9 years and 7 Months

Academic Experience
  • Associate Professor at the Alliance University Bengaluru, Duration: 1 year
  • Assistant Professor at the Presidency University Bengaluru, Duration: 1 year
  • Assistant Professor at The ICFAI University Tripura, Duration: 7 years and 7 months
Industry Experience:
  • Practiced as an Advocate at the Bar council of Tripura, Duration: 2 years and 6 months

  • International Space Law, AI & Technology Laws and IPRs.

Books:
  • IPRs in Space Activities & Satellite Remote Sensing. LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, Germany, 23 July 2015. ISBN: 978-3-659-74140-1.
Book Chapters:
  • Space debris as an international environmental nuisance: Legal and ethical imperatives for sustainable outer space. In: Beyond the Syllabus. Penchant Publications, pp.15–27. ISBN 978-93-342-1869-5. March 2025.
  • AI governance: A legal and policy analysis with a special focus on India’s regulatory framework and ethical considerations. In: Governance in the Age of AI: Navigating Opportunities and Ethical Challenges. Lex Assisto Media and Publications, pp.84–103. ISBN 978-81-977012-5-2. December 2024.
  • Theories for the justification of intellectual property rights. In: Provinces of Intellectual Property Rights. Droit Penale Publications, pp.49–59. ISBN 979-8-6690-4096-3. Year: 2021
  • Freedom of speech and expression and media. In: Freedom of Speech and Expression: Issues & Challenges. Bharati Publication, pp.78–90. ISBN 978-93-85000-74-4. June 2016.

  • Gold Medal in LL.M

National & International Conference Papers
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Transnational Crimes in Outer Space: Legal Challenges and the Need for A Global Criminal Framework”. Paper presented at the Three Days International Conference on Emerging Issues in Criminal Law: Addressing Transnational Crime and Globalization in the Twenty-First Century organised by the Department of Legal Science, Techno India University, West Bengal, India on March 21st to 23rd, 2025.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Orbital Debris: The Need for an Effective Liability Regime for Damage in Outer Space”. Paper presented at the 14th International Conference on Governance, Fraud, Ethics, Sustainability & Reporting (IConGFESR), 2024 organised by KIIT School of Law on December 21st & 22nd, 2024.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Active Debris Removal: A Critical Analysis of the Various Legal Issues and Possible Way Forward”. Paper presented at the 14th International Conference on Governance, Fraud, Ethics, Sustainability & Reporting (IConGFESR), 2024 organised by KIIT School of Law on December 21st & 22nd, 2024.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Space Debris as an International Environmental Nuisance: Addressing the Legal and Ethical Imperatives for Sustainable use of Outer Space”. Paper presented at the Two Days International Seminar on Dynamics of International Law in the Current Global Order: Contemporary Developments and Future Trajectories, organised by Surendranath Law College, Kolkata, West Bengal, India, 16th & 18th November, 2024.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “The Protection of Intellectual Property Rights in Outer Space Activities: An Indian Perspectives.” Paper presented at the International Conference on Prospects and Challenges for Innovative Ideas in Intellectual Property Rights, organized by School of Law, Sharda University, Greater Noida, India, 1-2 September 2023.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Sustainable Outer Space: Principles of Environmental Law as Cornerstones for Space Debris Regulation.” Paper presented at the International Conference on Environment, Sustainability and Technology in Social Science, organized by KL University (Deemed to be University), Andhra Pradesh, India, 3 June 2023.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Legal Aspect of Space Debris Remediation for the Sustainable Outer Space Environment.” Paper presented at the International Conference on Academic Integration and Sustainable Development “An Interdisciplinary Manifesto”, organized by The ICFAI University Raipur, 30-31 May 2023.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Space Debris as a Transboundary Environmental Hazard: A Perspective from International Law.” Paper presented at the 4th International Conference on Environmental, Agricultural, Chemical and Biological Sciences, organized by VOICE Canada, AIITE New Delhi, and Vijayanagar Sri Krishnadevarya University, Ballari, Karnataka, India, 13-14 May 2023.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “An Analysis of the Various Legal Issues Related to the Orbital Debris Removal.” Paper presented at the International Seminar on “Global Issues in Multidisciplinary Academic Research and Innovation”, organized by Kishangarh Group of Education and Inspira Research Association, 15-16 April 2023.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “The Impact of Communication Technology in Legal Education in India: An Analysis.” Paper presented at the National Seminar on “Scope of Legal Education in Present Scenario” at Rourkela Law College, Rourkela, Odisha, India, 2 November 2021.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Uniform Civil Code: Issues and Challenges.” Paper presented at the National Seminar on “Uniform Civil Code: Issues and Challenges in the Present Scenario” at Jai Bundelkhand College of Law, Panari, Lalitpur, U.P, India, 12 October 2019.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “The Role of Election Commission in Free and Fair Election: A Critical Analysis.” Paper presented at the International Conference on “Electoral Reforms in India: Through Voters Awareness” at Jai Bundelkhand College of Law, Panari, Lalitpur, Uttar Pradesh, India, 24-25 March 2019.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “The International Human Rights Status of Elderly Person.” Paper presented at the National Seminar on “Rights of The Elderly Person as Human Rights and Related Issues” at The ICFAI University, Tripura, India, 4-5 November 2017.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Literacy and Education for Sustainable Development and Women Empowerment.” Paper presented at the International Seminar on “Empowering Women to Lead Change” at The ICFAI University, Tripura, India, 23-24 June 2016.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “The Right to Information Act 2005: Issues and Challenges.” Paper presented at the National Seminar on “Current Trends of Development in Communication, Innovation and Creativity in India” at Holy Cross College, Agartala, Tripura, India, 27-28 February 2016.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “NRI Marriage: Issues, Legal and Other Loopholes, Precautions and Remedies.” Paper presented at the National Seminar on “NRI Marriages: Legal Issues and Response” at IMT University Law School at Gurgaon, India, 16 March 2013.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Right to Food and Intellectual Property Rights: Special Emphasis on Patent.” Paper presented at the International Conference on “Right to Food: National & International Dimensions” at Jaipur National University, Rajasthan, India, 27-28 April 2013.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “FDI Policies in South Asia: Special Emphasis on Retail in India.” Paper presented at the International Conference on “Regional Economic Cooperation in SAARC: Problems and Prospects for Investment” at NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad, India, 5-6 April 2013.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Environment as a Basic Human Right: Special Reference to Indian Judiciary.” Paper presented at the International Seminar on “Constitutional Evolution in India: Contemporary Perspective” at Shri Ram College of Law at Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, India, 23 February 2013.
National & International Journal Papers
  • Islam, Md Baharul, and Bhattachrya, Bhupal. “Space Debris Remediation: An Analysis to Ensure the Long-Term Sustainability of the Outer Space Environment.” Korea Review International Studies, vol. 16, Issue. 52, November 2023, pp. 21-36. ISSN: 1226-4741. Indexed in ABDC-C.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Cyber Forensic and Issues Related to Evidence.” Korea Review International Studies, vol. 15, Issue. 31, 2022, pp. 5. ISSN: 1226-4741. Indexed in ABDC-C.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “The Impact of Communication Technology in Legal Education in India: An Analysis.” NIU International Journal of Human Rights, vol. 8, no. XVI, 2021, pp. 107. ISSN: 2394-0298. UGC Care Listed.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Legal Aspects of Military Activities in Outer Space.” Journal of Oriental Research, vol. XCI-XL, 2020, pp. 91. ISSN: 0022-3301. UGC Care Listed.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Women Empowerment and Gender Justice.” Research Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, vol. 9, no. 3, 2018, pp. 683. ISSN: 0975-6795(Print), 2321-5828(Online). UGC Journal.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Surrogacy and Women’s Right to Health in India.” Printing Area: Interdisciplinary Multilingual Referred Journal, vol. 4, no. 41, 2018, pp. 23. ISSN: 2394-5303. UGC Journal.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Right to Health: A Constitutional Mandate in India.” International Journal of Advance Research and Innovative Ideas in Education, vol. 3, no. 3, 2017. ISSN(O)-2395-4396. UGC Journal.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Environment: A Basic Human Right.” The Public: International Research Refereed Journal, vol. 4, no. 2, 2015, pp. 23. ISSN: 2320-4540. UGC Journal.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Child Labour in India: Reasons and Policy for the Rehabilitation.” Adhikar: An International Refereed Research Journal, vol. 4, no. 5, 2015, pp. 18. ISSN: 2231-2552. UGC Journal.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “FDI Policies in South Asia: Special Emphasis on Retail in India.” Vidyawarta, vol. 2, no. 3, 2016, pp. 207. ISSN: 2319-9318. UGC Journal.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Cyber Terrorism: A Threat to Future.” Asian Journal of Academic Studies, vol. 1, no. 3, 2017, pp. 89. ISSN: 2582-6328. Peer Reviewed.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Literacy and Education for Sustainable Development and Women Empowerment.” Journal of Legal Studies and Research, vol. 2, no. 6, 2016. ISSN: 2455-2437. Peer Reviewed.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “The Right to Information Act, 2005: Issues and Challenges.” International Journal of Advance Research in Law & Social Science, vol. 1, no. 3, 2016. ISSN: 2455–491X. Peer Reviewed.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Legal Aspects of Space Tourism.” International Journal of Economics & Socio-Legal Science, vol. 1, no. 4, 2015. ISSN: 2395-4906. Peer Reviewed.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Corporate Governance in Indian Banking Sector.” Indian Journal of Socio-Legal Studies, vol. 4, no. 2, 2015. ISSN: 2320-8562. Peer Reviewed.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Space Medical Jurisprudence.” Indian Journal of Air and Space Law (IJASL), vol. 1, 2015, pp. 169. ISSN: 2394-6091. Peer Reviewed.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Corporate Governance in India: An Overview.” International Journal of Law and Legal Jurisprudence Studies, vol. 2, no. 4, 2015. ISSN: 2348-8212. Peer Reviewed.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Space Law: An Introduction & Its Issues.” International Journal of Applied Research and Studies, vol. 4, no. 3, 2015. ISSN: 2278-9480. Peer Reviewed.
  • Islam, Md Baharul. “Honour Killing and Islam.” Chhattisgarh Law Journal, vol. 1, no. 1, 2015, pp. 84. ISSN: 2394-5281. Peer Reviewed.

  • Individual Membership at the International Institute of Space Law (IISL), Paris, France.

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