Aim and Scope

Aim
Nusantara: Journal of Law Studies publishes high-quality research and conceptual papers in law, with a focus on contemporary issues in the Asia-Pacific region. The journal promotes critical dialogue and scholarly exchange on legal theory, practice, and reform, highlighting the interaction between law and cultural, religious, and socio-political contexts.

Scope
The journal welcomes original research, conceptual analyses, empirical studies, and critical reviews from scholars and practitioners. Key areas include:

  • Law Studies – Legal theory, comparative law, and contemporary legal reforms.

  • Islamic Law – Family law, economic law, criminal law, Fiqh al-Siyasah, and Maqāṣid al-Sharī‘ah perspectives.

  • Human Rights and Social Justice – Gender justice, minority rights, and legal protections.

  • Environmental and Regulatory Law – Governance, public policy, and environmental protection.

  • Technology and Law – Digital law, cybersecurity, data protection, and AI ethics.

By integrating theory with practice, Nusantara: Journal of Law Studies serves as a platform for scholarship addressing the evolving legal landscape and fostering just, equitable, and sustainable societies in the Asia-Pacific.