The environment is the wellspring of life on earth. Environmental laws have assumed greater importance in the past few decades because of climate change and global warming. However, the concept of environmental protection and preservation is not new. It has been intrinsic to many ancient civilizations. Ancient Indian texts highlight that it is the dharma of each individual in society to protect nature. The ancient Hindu text Atharvaveda states:
“What of thee I dig out, let that quickly grow over”.
Legal Bites has created the best study material on environmental laws on the internet. The three modules of this course will help readers get an in-depth knowledge of topics ranging from the Environmental Protection Act, 1986 to the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010. The study material also provides an excellent analysis of wide-ranging environmental issues as well as both Indian and international environmental laws. Keep reading to find out more.
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Module I
Protection of Environment in the Ancient Indian and Medieval Period Protection of Environment During the British Period: Major Legislations Protection of the Environment Post-Independence Future Environmental Law Challenges: A Perspective Development and Environment: The Conflict of Interest 20 Landmark Cases relating to Environmental Laws in India
Module II
Nature and Scope of Environment laws Environmental Protection Act, 1986 In A Nutshell Environmental Protection under the Indian Constitution Fundamental Right To a Clean and Healthy Environment Right to a Wholesome Environment Public Awareness and its Contribution towards the Prevention of Environmental Degradation in India
Module III
Environmental Impact Assessment | Explained Fundamental Principles of International Environment Law National Green Tribunal Act, 2010; An Overview Natural Resources Accounting; All You Need To Know
Module IV (Important Cases)
Vellore Citizens Welfare Forum v. Union of India & Ors, (1996) Narmada Bachao Andolan v. Union of India and Ors, (2005)Church of God (Full Gospel) in India v. K.K.R. Majestic Colony Welfare AssociationMC Mehta v. Union of India (2002) | CNG Vehicle CaseRural Litigation and Entitlement Kendra & Ors. v. State of Uttar Pradesh & Ors. (1985)Pradeep Kishen v. Union of India, (1996) | Forest Rights of TribalsOlga Tellis & Ors. v. Bombay Municipal Corporation & Ors., (1985)MC Mehta v. Union of India (1996)
Module V
Noise Pollution and Regulatory Framework
Judicial Contributions to Environmental Protection and Conservation
Laws enacted to control Air Pollution
Case Analysis: Vellore Citizens Welfare Forum v. Union of India & Ors, (1996) | Significance of the ‘Precautionary Principle’ & the ‘Polluter Pays Principle’
Environmental Impact Assessment: From a National and International PerspectiveEnvironmental Justice, Equity and GovernanceWater (Prevention And Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 – Bare ActThe Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 – Bare ActLaw of Torts & EnvironmentLaw of Crimes & EnvironmentRole of Indian Judiciary in the evolution of Environmental JurisprudenceAbsolute Liability: A Journey from Strict LiabilityPolluter Pays Principle: An Economic Or A Legal Principle?Environmental DegradationPublic Trust DoctrineFirecrackers Ban: Inter-relation between Constitutional and Environmental LawGrowth and Emergence of Sustainable DevelopmentThe Intersection of Human Rights and Environmental Law
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