Biodiversity Management Committees (BMCs)
The Biological Diversity Act, 2002 promulgated by India to achieve the objectives of CBD mandates constitution of BMCs at all local body levels for the purpose of conservation of biodiversity. Howe...
Reintroduction of the Asiatic Lion Precedence of Politics over Rule of Law
The population of the Asiatic lion is confined only to Gujarat, and constitutes a single population that is vulnerable to extinction.
In 2013, the Supreme Court directed that a second home be created for the Asiatic lion in Kuno–Palpur Sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh.
However, no concrete steps have been taken in this direction.On the contrary, regressive policy changes have been carried
out with the clear objective of undermining the Supreme Court’s judgment
Reintroduction of the Asiatic Lion Precedence of Politics over Rule of Law
The population of the Asiatic lion is confined only to Gujarat, and constitutes a single population that is vulnerable to extinction.
In 2013, the Supreme Court directed that a second home be created for the Asiatic lion in Kuno–Palpur Sanctuary in
Madhya Pradesh. However, no concrete steps have been taken in this direction.On the contrary, regressive policy
changes have been carried out with the clear objective of undermining the Supreme Court’s judgment.
A National Law for Urban Trees
Trees become the first victims of infrastructure expansion in urban areas.
Laws and institutions for the protection of trees have not kept pace with the increasing developmental pressures.
A fundamental reform in the law is needed, so that it is able to comprehensively protect trees in an urban landscape.DOWNLOAD PDF : CLICK HERE
A National Law for Urban Trees
Trees become the first victims of infrastructure expansion in urban areas.
Laws and institutions for the protection of trees have not kept pace with the increasing developmental pressures.
A fundamental reform in the law is needed, so that it is able to comprehensively protect trees in an urban landscape.
A National Law for Urban Trees
Trees become the first victims of infrastructure expansion in urban areas.
Laws and institutions for the protection of trees have not kept pace with the increasing developmental pressures.
A fundamental reform in the law is needed, so that it is able to comprehensively protect trees in an urban landscape.
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