South Asia NPL Law Research Proposal
Budget / Salary₹1,500–12,500
TypeFreelance project
LocationRemote
Posted3 hours ago
Project Title:
Ph.D. Law Drafting: Legal & Institutional Mechanisms for Recovery of Non-Performing Loans (NPL) in South Asia — Comparative Study (Nepal, India & Bangladesh)
Project Description:
We are seeking an experienced Legal Researcher / Academic Specialist with expertise in Banking & Financial Laws in South Asia to draft a comprehensive, high-level Ph.D. Research Proposal / Thesis Chapter on the following topic: "Legal & Institutional Mechanisms for Recovery of Non-Performing Loans in South Asia: A Comparative Study of Nepal, India & Bangladesh"
Key Responsibilities & Scope of Work:
The draft must strictly follow formal Ph.D. Research Proposal guidelines (approx. 15–25 pages) and cover all essential academic components:
Introduction & Rationale: Scientific background, statistical trends in NPLs in South Asia, economic background, and justification for a tri-jurisdictional comparative study.
Review of Literature & Identification of Research Gaps: Analysis of recent peer-reviewed banking law journals, statutory frameworks, and judicial precedents from the last 5 years.
Comparative Statutory & Institutional Analysis:
India: SARFAESI Act 2002, Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code (IBC) 2016, Debt Recovery Tribunals (DRTs), and RBI recovery frameworks.
Nepal: Bank and Financial Institutions Act (BAFIA) 2073, Debt Recovery Act 2059, Debt Recovery Tribunal (Karja Vasuli Nyayadhikaran), and Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Directives.
Bangladesh: Artha Rin Adalat Ain 2003 (Money Loan Court Act), Bankruptcy Act 1997, and Bangladesh Bank Regulations.
Research Questions & Objectives: Open-ended, SMART-aligned legal research questions and objective statements.
Research Methodology & Theoretical Framework: Doctrinal legal research methodology, comparative legal analysis methods, statutory interpretation, and empirical data sources.
Precautionary & Socio-Economic Impact Analysis: Evaluating financial systemic risks, borrower rights vs. creditor protection, and socio-legal implications.
Schedule of Work & References: Comprehensive referencing list formatted strictly in Harvard Bluebook (21st Ed.) or APA Style.
STRICT QUALITY REQUIREMENTS (NON-NEGOTIABLE):
100% Original & Plagiarism-Free: The document will undergo rigorous Turnitin checks. Zero tolerance for copy-pasting or uncited sources.
NO AI-Generated Content: The text must be written by a human legal scholar. AI detection software (Turnitin AI / CopyLeaks / GPTZero) will be used to verify the work.
Source-Checked Legal Citations: All statutory provisions, case law judgments, regulatory circulars, and journal citations must be authentic, verifiably sourced, and accurately formatted.
Ph.D. Standard Academic English: Must reflect advanced legal analysis, clear argumentation, and proper legal terminology.
Preferred Candidate Qualifications:
Master of Laws (LL.M.) or Ph.D. in Commercial / Banking Law.
Proven track record in drafting legal research proposals, law journal articles, or doctoral dissertations.
In-depth understanding of South Asian commercial banking legislation (Nepal, India, and Bangladesh).
Familiarity with Harvard Bluebook / APA citation styles.
Application Requirements:
Please submit the following with your proposal:
Brief overview of your academic/legal background.
Samples of previously published or drafted legal research papers / Ph.D. proposals (preferably in banking or commercial law).
Confirmation that you agree to all plagiarism, AI-check, and source-verification conditions.
Project Details:
Category: Legal Writing / Academic Research / Legal Research
Ph.D. Law Drafting: Legal & Institutional Mechanisms for Recovery of Non-Performing Loans (NPL) in South Asia — Comparative Study (Nepal, India & Bangladesh)
Project Description:
We are seeking an experienced Legal Researcher / Academic Specialist with expertise in Banking & Financial Laws in South Asia to draft a comprehensive, high-level Ph.D. Research Proposal / Thesis Chapter on the following topic: "Legal & Institutional Mechanisms for Recovery of Non-Performing Loans in South Asia: A Comparative Study of Nepal, India & Bangladesh"
Key Responsibilities & Scope of Work:
The draft must strictly follow formal Ph.D. Research Proposal guidelines (approx. 15–25 pages) and cover all essential academic components:
Introduction & Rationale: Scientific background, statistical trends in NPLs in South Asia, economic background, and justification for a tri-jurisdictional comparative study.
Review of Literature & Identification of Research Gaps: Analysis of recent peer-reviewed banking law journals, statutory frameworks, and judicial precedents from the last 5 years.
Comparative Statutory & Institutional Analysis:
India: SARFAESI Act 2002, Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code (IBC) 2016, Debt Recovery Tribunals (DRTs), and RBI recovery frameworks.
Nepal: Bank and Financial Institutions Act (BAFIA) 2073, Debt Recovery Act 2059, Debt Recovery Tribunal (Karja Vasuli Nyayadhikaran), and Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Directives.
Bangladesh: Artha Rin Adalat Ain 2003 (Money Loan Court Act), Bankruptcy Act 1997, and Bangladesh Bank Regulations.
Research Questions & Objectives: Open-ended, SMART-aligned legal research questions and objective statements.
Research Methodology & Theoretical Framework: Doctrinal legal research methodology, comparative legal analysis methods, statutory interpretation, and empirical data sources.
Precautionary & Socio-Economic Impact Analysis: Evaluating financial systemic risks, borrower rights vs. creditor protection, and socio-legal implications.
Schedule of Work & References: Comprehensive referencing list formatted strictly in Harvard Bluebook (21st Ed.) or APA Style.
STRICT QUALITY REQUIREMENTS (NON-NEGOTIABLE):
100% Original & Plagiarism-Free: The document will undergo rigorous Turnitin checks. Zero tolerance for copy-pasting or uncited sources.
NO AI-Generated Content: The text must be written by a human legal scholar. AI detection software (Turnitin AI / CopyLeaks / GPTZero) will be used to verify the work.
Source-Checked Legal Citations: All statutory provisions, case law judgments, regulatory circulars, and journal citations must be authentic, verifiably sourced, and accurately formatted.
Ph.D. Standard Academic English: Must reflect advanced legal analysis, clear argumentation, and proper legal terminology.
Preferred Candidate Qualifications:
Master of Laws (LL.M.) or Ph.D. in Commercial / Banking Law.
Proven track record in drafting legal research proposals, law journal articles, or doctoral dissertations.
In-depth understanding of South Asian commercial banking legislation (Nepal, India, and Bangladesh).
Familiarity with Harvard Bluebook / APA citation styles.
Application Requirements:
Please submit the following with your proposal:
Brief overview of your academic/legal background.
Samples of previously published or drafted legal research papers / Ph.D. proposals (preferably in banking or commercial law).
Confirmation that you agree to all plagiarism, AI-check, and source-verification conditions.
Project Details:
Category: Legal Writing / Academic Research / Legal Research
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