Access comprehensive resources on environmental laws, including notes, case laws, and study material for in-depth understanding.

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

  1. Environment and Human Rights Law Questions Asked in UGC NET Exam | UGC NET (Law) #Special
  2. Protection of Environment in the Ancient Indian and Medieval Period
  3. Protection of Environment During the British Period: Major Legislations
  4. Protection of the Environment Post-Independence
  5. Future Environmental Law Challenges: A Perspective
  6. Development and Environment: The Conflict of Interest
  7. 20 Landmark Cases relating to Environmental Laws in India

Module II

  1. Nature and Scope of Environment laws
  2. Environmental Protection Act, 1986 In A Nutshell
  3. Environmental Protection under the Indian Constitution
  4. Fundamental Right To a Clean and Healthy Environment
  5. Right to a Wholesome Environment
  6. Public Awareness and its Contribution towards the Prevention of Environmental Degradation in India

Module III

  1. Environmental Impact Assessment | Explained
  2. Fundamental Principles of International Environment Law
  3. National Green Tribunal Act, 2010; An Overview
  4. Natural Resources Accounting; All You Need To Know

Module V

  1. Supreme Court Halts Deer Translocation, Emphasises Ecology Over Administrative Ease
  2. Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006 – An Overview
  3. Specialized Environmental Courts in India: Insights from the 186th Law Commission Report
  4. The Biological Diversity Act, 2002: Overview of Access and Benefit Sharing Provisions
  5. Conventions, Treaties and Protocols on Environment: Global Commitments and Challenges
  6. India’s Wildlife Conservation Strategy, 2002: Achievements and Challenges
  7. Role of the Forest (Conservation) Act in Environmental Protection
  8. Noise Pollution and Regulatory Framework
  9. Judicial Contributions to Environmental Protection and Conservation
  10. Laws enacted to control Air Pollution
  11. Case Analysis: Vellore Citizens Welfare Forum v. Union of India & Ors, (1996) | Significance of the 'Precautionary Principle' & the 'Polluter Pays Principle'
  12. Environmental Impact Assessment: From a National and International Perspective
  13. Environmental Justice, Equity and Governance
  14. Water (Prevention And Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 – Bare Act
  15. The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 – Bare Act
  16. Law of Torts & Environment
  17. Law of Crimes & Environment
  18. Role of Indian Judiciary in the evolution of Environmental Jurisprudence
  19. Absolute Liability: A Journey from Strict Liability
  20. Polluter Pays Principle: An Economic Or A Legal Principle?
  21. Environmental Degradation
  22. Public Trust Doctrine
  23. Firecrackers Ban: Inter-relation between Constitutional and Environmental Law
  24. Growth and Emergence of Sustainable Development
  25. The Intersection of Human Rights and Environmental Law

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