Constitution of India and Environmental Governance: Administrative and Adjudicatory Process

This course will delve into the rationale behind the emergence and the growing jurisprudence of Environmental Law. By looking into various legislations and decisions by courts of law, this course aims to put across the myriad ways in which Environmental Laws work. INTENDED AUDIENCE :Law and non-law studentsPREREQUISITES :UGINDUSTRIES SUPPORT :All industries requiring an Environmental compliance to operate and establish

Week 1:Foundational basis of Environmental Law and GovernanceWeek 2:Principles of Environmental Governance – Legal InstrumentsWeek 3:Emerging Trends in Environmental Law and Governance Week 4:Constitution of India and the EnvironmentWeek 5:Pollution Control Laws: Administrative processWeek 6:Environment Protection Act: Administrative process through delegated legislations Week 7:Waste Management Laws: Role of Municipalities and other agencies Week 8:Forest Management in IndiaWeek 9:Judiciary and the role of continuing mandamus Week 10:Biodiversity Laws and its Application –ABS Guidelines Week 11:Wildlife Protection and managementWeek 12:Adjudicatory Mechanisms- SC, HC, NGT