Parliament passed the National Anti-Doping Bill 2021, fulfilling the country’s international obligation to establish a statutory framework aimed at combating doping in sports. The legislation will support the operation of key bodies, including the National Anti-Doping Agency, the National Dope Testing Laboratory, and other related organizations. At present, anti-doping activities are managed by the National Anti-Doping Organization (NADO), but the new bill ensures a more structured and comprehensive approach to the issue. A Step Towards International Compliance The National Anti-Doping Bill 2021 is designed to align the country’s anti-doping measures with global standards. The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), which works…
Author: Kenzie Kelly
The Gujarat National Law University Centre for Sports and Entertainment Law (GCSEL) is one of the pioneering institutions in India dedicated to the fields of sports and entertainment law. Since its establishment in 2010, the Centre has focused on providing a robust legal framework for the sports industry and fostering a platform for students to engage with legal professionals representing athletes, teams, leagues, conferences, civic recreational programs, educational institutions, and other entities within professional, collegiate, Olympic, physical education, and amateur sports. In keeping with its mission to promote awareness and inspire students to explore the dynamic field of sports law,…
Selva Prabhu was a teenager when he left his home in Madurai to pursue his dreams in track and field. His journey has now led him to Manhattan, Kansas, a town with a population just over 54,000, affectionately known as ‘Little Apple.’ On January 14, the 20-year-old former Junior World Championship silver medalist took a significant step in his career by joining Kansas State University. This move not only provides him an opportunity to further his education with a degree in English literature but also positions him within the American collegiate sports system, the NCAA, during a critical Olympic cycle…