Vision, Objectives, and Thematic Pillars of Journal of Research and Development in Public Law
Vision
Advancing the frontiers of public law knowledge in Iran and other reputable legal systems.
Inspiring legal theory development and fostering new theoretical and applied branches of public law.
Providing an academic foundation for improving Iran’s legal and regulatory framework through publishing high-quality research in public law and related fields.
Establishing a reputable reference for researchers, scholars, and students in public law and related disciplines.
Facilitating knowledge transfer and localization in areas such as justice, freedom, rule of law, fundamental rights of citizens, public opinion, efficient public administration, transparency, and governance indicators.
Objectives
Promoting theoretical research and disseminating applied findings: The journal aims to support theoretical research in public law while fostering the dissemination of applied findings through high-quality academic publications.
Enhancing critical analysis of legal public policies: The journal provides a platform for interdisciplinary analysis and critique of existing legal policies, offering legal solutions based on logical reasoning, scientific evidence, and reliable data.
Expanding interdisciplinary legal discussions: The journal explores the intersection of public law with other disciplines such as political science, sociology, economics, and environmental studies, addressing the multifaceted dimensions of public law issues.
Addressing emerging legal challenges: The journal identifies and analyzes new legal challenges arising from social, political, and technological transformations at the domestic, international, and global levels, offering research-based analytical responses.
Promoting professional ethics in public law: The journal underscores the importance of professional ethics in public law and encourages researchers and legal practitioners to uphold ethical and humanistic principles in their work.
Advocating for public welfare and professional ethics: The journal emphasizes public welfare and professional ethics, urging scholars and stakeholders in public law to adhere to ethical and human values in their professional endeavors.
Thematic Pillars
The Journal of Research and Development in Public Law covers a wide range of topics encompassing the foundations, structures, and dynamics of public law. The main thematic areas include:
Constitutional Law
Administrative Law
Financial and Tax Law
Public International Law
Comparative Public Law
Foundations of Public Law
Human Rights
Environmental Law
Public Economic Law
Social and Cultural Rights Law
Citizenship Law
Urban Law and Planning
Philosophy of Rights
Theological and Philosophical Schools and Public Law
Theories of the State
Foundations of Domestic and Foreign Constitutional Systems
Comparative Administrative Law
Public Law and Islam
Labour Law
Comparative Labour Law
History of Public Law
Competition/Antitrust Law
Theoretical Foundations of Public Law
Public Economic Law / Law of Public Economy / Regulation
Citizen and Citizenship Rights
Theoretical Foundations of Domestic and Foreign Constitutional Systems