Greening the Indian Legal Landscape: A Comprehensive Analysis of Environmental Law and Policy in India

Author – Utsav Biswas, Student at Gujarat National University of Law, Silvassa

Best Citation – Utsav Biswas, Greening the Indian Legal Landscape: A Comprehensive Analysis of Environmental Law and Policy in India, LEX IS US LAW JOURNAL, 2 (1) of 2023, Pg. 69-73, ISBN – 978-81-960384-0-3.

Abstract

The environment is that which surrounds us. Ruthless industrialization has inadvertently jeopardized the quality of the environment to such an extent that even the bare minimum prerequisite for the healthy life of every human being has been taken away. Environmental hazards are not only limited to the introduction of pollutants into the natural environment but also include human interference which has the potential to disturb the ecological equilibrium. The framework for the protection of the environment is premised on three intrinsic strings. The Constitution of India along with various laws acts as an instrument for preserving, protecting, and conserving the environment thereby improving its quality. This article will analyze the contemporary environmental law in India, its policies, and landmark cases.

Keywords: Environment, Industrialization, Environmental Law, Pollutants, and current legislation.