Students from the Goa Institute of Management (GIM) have become the first-ever Indian business school representatives to reach the global finals of Oxford University’s prestigious “Map the System” competition.
Their project, Mapping Access to Justice in India, has earned global acclaim for spotlighting structural flaws in the nation’s legal framework.
Comprising PGDM second-year students Aryan Rajpal, Shubham Das, Dhruv Bhagat, Aditi Naringe, and Yash Kabra, the GIM team delved deep into India’s justice delivery mechanisms. Steering beyond surface-level problems like delays and backlogs, their research unearthed systemic issues related to infrastructure deficits, outdated processes, and institutional accountability.
Mentored by Professors Pravat Surya Kar, Andy Silveria, and Karman Khanna, the team employed innovative models such as Iceberg and causal loop diagrams to present a layered understanding of the challenges. Their proposed tech-forward solution, Online Dispute Resolution (ODR), offers hope for more accessible and efficient justice delivery, particularly in underserved regions.
The Oxford finals—held from July 3–6—welcomed 134 students across 50 institutions from 17 countries. GIM’s presence marked a turning point not only for the institute but also for India’s visibility in social innovation and systems mapping. Professor Ajit Parulekar, Director of GIM, praised the team’s work, stating that it “embodies the spirit of problem-based learning and systems thinking we strive to promote.”
With their impactful presentation before global thought leaders and policy experts, the GIM students showcased how Indian institutions are stepping confidently into the realm of solution-oriented education and global advocacy.
