Guidelines for Submission of ICE 2 - Project

Project: Schedule, General Guidelines and Assessment Criteria:

Assignment Date Submission Date Result Date Examiner

July 12, 2024 August 13, 2024 August 23, 2024 Ms Tanya Sharma

General Guidelines:

• In this Mode, each learner will be required to do research on the topic allotted and
will be evaluated out of 15 marks.
• The students are required to submit their Projects to Ms. Tanya Sharma, on or before
the date of submission.
• The Project should state the details of the learner like Name, PRN, Division, Batch,
Programme and Academic Year.
• The Project must be accompanied with a Turnitin Plagiarism Report. No submission
will be accepted without the aforesaid report. Projects with more than 10% plagiarized
content shall be marked zero.
• Despite the report’s content similarity being lower, if any form of plagiarism,
undetected by Turnitin, is identified, the learner will have to face a penalty of negative
marking of up to five marks.
• Classes – course wise for Batch 2022-2027 at Turnitin will be created
• Upload complete assignment in your respective Class @Turnitin
• Once the Turnitin report is generated, download it and then upload the same
report as is generated on ‘Assignment @Microsoft Teams', as applicable in a
given case, for evaluation.
• Late submission will invite the deduction of 1.5 marks per day. Deduction of the marks
to be calculated from the last date of submission.

Instruction on AI Detection

Overview:

AI detection tools are employed to ensure the originality and integrity of submitted projects.
These tools help identify content that may have been generated or heavily influenced by
artificial intelligence. It is crucial for students to understand how AI detection works and the
implications of AI-flagged plagiarism.

• AI detection tools analyse text patterns, structures, and writing styles to identify content
generated by AI.
• Familiarize yourself with the common AI detection tools used by the institution (e.g.,
Turnitin, Grammarly, Copyleaks).
 • Ensure that your project reflects your own research, analysis, and writing.
• Plagiarism, whether human or AI-generated, undermines academic integrity and can lead
to severe consequences.
• AI tools can assist in grammar checking and generating ideas, but should not be used to
write substantial parts of your project.
• Always review and critically evaluate any content suggested or generated by AI tools.
• If you use AI tools to generate any part of your content, it must be properly cited and
acknowledged.
• Follow the citation guidelines provided by your institution for AI-generated content.
• Write your project in your own words and ensure it is a reflection of your understanding
and research.
• Use AI tools ethically and responsibly, ensuring that the final submission is your original
work.

Consequences of AI-Flagged Plagiarism:

• Projects flagged for AI-generated plagiarism will be thoroughly reviewed.

• Consequences can include receiving a zero mark for the project, negative marking, or
other academic penalties as per the institution's policies.

Suggestions:

• Start your research early to avoid the temptation of using AI tools to complete the
project quickly. (Form a structure/synopsis of the Project before)
• Develop your writing skills by practicing and seeking feedback from peers or
instructors.
• Maintain honesty in your academic work to uphold the integrity of your education.
• Utilize the resources provided by your institution, such as writing centres or libraries,
for assistance with your project.
• Seek guidance on how to effectively integrate your research without compromising
originality.

Final Review:

• Before submission, review your project for any sections that might be flagged by AI
detection tools.
• Make necessary revisions to ensure your project is a true representation of your own
work.
• By following these guidelines, you can ensure that your project maintains academic
integrity and avoids issues related to AI detection and plagiarism

Assessment Criteria:

Parameter Parameter Brief Explanation Marks

Content The actual research content and quality of analysis 9
Structure Grammar, structure, footnoting, formatting, etc 6

Content : The actual research content and quality of analysis (Parameter) : 9 Marks

1. Font and Formatting:

• Font Size:
o Title: Times New Roman, Bold, 16 pt
o Main Text: Times New Roman, 12 pt, double-spaced
o Abstract: Times New Roman, 11 pt, single-spaced, alignment: justify
Headings and Subheadings:
o Main Headings: Times New Roman, Bold, 14 pt
o Subheadings: Times New Roman, Bold, 12 pt
o Footnotes: Times New Roman, 10 pt, single-spaced
o Keywords: Times New Roman, Italic, 11 pt, alignment: justify

• Font Type: Times new Roman

• Alignment: Justified
• 1.0 Line spacing
• Maximum Word Count: 3000 Words
• Page numbers at the bottom centre of each page, starting from the introduction.

2. Structure: Grammar, structure, footnoting, formatting, etc : 6 Marks

• Title Page: Include title of the project, student name, course name, instructor name,
and submission date.
• Table of Contents: List of all sections and sub-sections with page numbers
• Abstract: A brief summary of the project, along with keywords. (150-250 words).
• Introduction:
o Background of the topic.
o Objective of the research.
o Scope and limitations.
• Literature Review:
o Summary of existing research related to the topic.
o Refer to Legal Precedents for Literature.
o Identification of gaps in the literature.
• Sub-Topics:
o Detailed examination of various sub-topics relevant to the main topic.
o Each sub-topic should include an analysis, discussion, and any supporting
evidence or case studies, With proper numbering.
• Discussion:
o Detailed analysis and interpretation of the findings.
o Comparison with existing research.

3. Conclusion:

• Summary of the findings.

• Implications of the research.
• Recommendations for future research.
 4. References:

• Footnotes:
o All citations and explanatory notes should be formatted as footnotes.
o Use superscript numbers for footnotes in the main text.

• References:
o Use Oxford University Standard for the Citation of Legal Authorities
(OSCOLA)* is the main legal citation style in the UK (similar to Bluebook for
the US).
o List of all the sources cited in the project, formatted according to the specified
citation style
o Include a bibliography at the end listing all sources cited in the project.

Example For *OSCOLA Citation Method

Book

• Format: Author, Title (Edition, Publisher Year).

• Example: Andrew Le Sueur, Public Law (3rd edn, Oxford University Press 2016).
• Books with Multiple Authors:
o Format: First Author and Second Author, Title (Edition, Publisher Year).
o Example: John Smith and Jane Doe, Legal Theories (2nd edn, Cambridge
University Press 2020).

Journal Article

• Format: Author, ‘Title’ [Year] Volume(Issue) Journal Name Page.

• Example: Chris Thornhill, ‘The Mutation of International Law in Contemporary
Constitutions: Thinking Sociologically about Political Constitutionalism’ [2016] 79(2)
MLR 207.

Website

• Format: Author, ‘Title’ (Website Name, Date) <URL> accessed Date.

• Example: Jane Doe, ‘Understanding Legal Citations’ (Legal Insight, 12 March
2023) https://www.legalinsight.com/understanding-citations accessed 28 July 2024.

Legal Case

• Format: Case Name [Year] Volume Report Series Page (Court).

• Example: R v Smith [2006] 1 AC 459 (HL).

• Edited Books:
o Format: Editor (ed), Title (Publisher Year).
o Example: Mary Brown (ed), International Law: Cases and
Commentary (Oxford University Press 2018).
Footnote Example in OSCOLA

1. Chris Thornhill, ‘The Mutation of International Law in Contemporary Constitutions:

Thinking Sociologically about Political Constitutionalism’ [2016] 79(2) MLR 207.

5. Submission Requirements:
o Submit a MS Word as well as a PDF copy of your project on MS Teams and
Turnitin.
o Ensure the project is submitted by the specified deadline.

6. Evaluation Criteria:
o Adherence to Oxford University Standard for the Citation of Legal Authorities
(OSCOLA).
o Clarity and coherence of arguments presented.
o Depth of analysis and critical evaluation of statutes and case law.
o Overall organization and presentation of the project.

7. Additional Instructions

• Avoid Plagiarism:
o Properly cite all sources used in your research and writing. Use OSCOLA
citation style for all legal references.
o Ensure that direct quotes, paraphrases, and ideas borrowed from other authors
are appropriately referenced.
• Proofread Carefully:
o Check your project for grammar, spelling, and typographical errors.
o Review your writing for clarity, coherence, and logical flow.
o Ensure that all footnotes are correctly formatted and correspond to the correct
references.
• Adherence to Guidelines:
o Follow the project's structural guidelines strictly, ensuring all required sections
are included.
o Ensure that your project meets the specified word count and formatting
requirements.
• Originality and Critical Analysis:
o Ensure your project demonstrates original thinking and critical analysis.
o Avoid over-reliance on secondary sources; use them to support your arguments,
not replace them.
• Timely Submission:
o Adhere to the submission deadlines to avoid penalties for late submission.
o Ensure all components, including the Turnitin Plagiarism Report, are included
in your submission