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Ecocide Debate Highlights Gaps in International Environmental Law Why in the News ? Recent conflicts in West Asia, including allegations against Israel in Lebanon and Gaza, have revived global debate on “ecocide” and the adequacy of international law in addressing large-scale environmental destruction caused by war and human actions. This discussion underscores the need for …
Read MoreSC Verdict Weakens India’s Environmental Protection Framework Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Why in the News ? The Supreme Court has allowed post-facto environmental clearances, reversing its earlier 2022 Vanashakti ruling that banned them as illegal. This decision has triggered widespread concern among environmental experts, given India’s severe air …
Read MoreWhat South Asia Wants from COP30: Building Climate Resilience Through Cooperation, Trust, and Delivery Syllabus: GS 3 ● UNFCCC ● Sustainable Development Why in the News South Asia, one of the most climate-vulnerable regions, seeks decisive outcomes from COP30 in Brazil. The region demands credible implementation of past pledges, predictable and fair climate finance, technology …
Read MoreQ. Discuss India’s emphasis on equity, participatory conservation, and pro-planet lifestyles in international climate diplomacy. How do these approaches strengthen the global transition from ambition to implementation in environmental governance? Introduction India’s climate diplomacy stands on the tripod of equity, participatory conservation, and pro-planet lifestyles, reflecting its belief that development and environment are not opposing …
Read MoreICJ Issues Advisory on States’ Climate Change Obligations Why in the News ? The International Court of Justice’s advisory opinion asserts that countries have a legal obligation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, marking a non-binding yet authoritative interpretation that could catalyse global climate action and accountability under international law, despite weak compliance mechanisms. Key Points …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3-Climate change related cases and judicial intervention in this area Focus : The article critically examines the recent Supreme Court judgment extending constitutional rights to mitigate the impacts of climate change in India. It assesses the potential implications, flaws, and alternative approaches to addressing climate-related challenges, emphasizing the need for sustainable development and environmental …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2-Judicial activism in the field of environment GS-3 – Environment , Renewable energy GS-4 -Case study related to Development vs Environment Focus : Recent Supreme Court judgment recognizes citizens’ right against adverse effects of climate change.The context was Concerns over deaths of Great Indian Bustard due to solar power transmission lines. Supreme Court judgments …
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