250–300 words
English or Hindi
MS Word (.doc/.docx) and PDF
o Title of the Paper
o Name(s) of Author(s)
o Affiliation
o Designation
o Keywords (4–6)
o Email and Phone Number
o Biographical Note {100 words}
3,000–5,000 words
(including references)
Times New Roman,
12 pt, 1.5 spacing
APA / MLA
MS Word (.doc/.docx)
Original research papers, case studies, and conceptual frameworks are invited on the following indicative themes:
1. Conservation and Restoration of Manuscripts
2. Survey, Documentation, and Metadata Standards
3. Digitization Tools, Platforms, and Protocols (HTR, AI, IIIF)
4. Translation and Interpretation Methodologies
5. Paleography, Codicology, and Script Training Initiatives
6. Legal and Ethical Aspects of Manuscript Custodianship
7. Integration of Indian Knowledge Systems in Education
8. Decipherment of Ancient Scripts: Indus, Gilgit, and Śankha
9. Research Methodologies in Manuscript Studies
10. Cultural Diplomacy and Knowledge Partnerships
Last Date for Abstract Submission: 10 August 2025
Notification of Acceptance: 20 August 2025
Last Date for Full Paper / Presentation Submission: 01 September
Original Work Only: Submissions must represent original, unpublished work not under review elsewhere.
Cultural Sensitivity: Researchers must demonstrate appropriate cultural sensitivity and ethical practices.
Institutional Permissions: Research involving manuscripts must include appropriate permissions.
Language Policy: English and Hindi will be the official language of the conference; editing/translation assistance is available.
Accessibility: The venue and conference materials will be accessible to participants with disabilities.
Presentation Mode: The Presenter should also provide option for presentation i.e. in-person/online mode
Please submit Papers/Abstracts via email:
Prof. Ramesh C. Gaur
Member Organizing Committee
Email: gbmconference@gmail.com
Tel: +91-11-2344 6557
Mobile: +91 99061 78739