Phase IFoundation
Background
Overview
Essential for understanding the practical challenges of implementing environmental policies, the role of the judiciary, and the dynamics of federalism in India. Relevant for GS2 (Polity & Governance) and GS3 (Environment).
Environmental governance in India involves a complex interplay between central and state governments, statutory bodies, judicial directives, and local communities. Federalism dictates that both the Union and States have responsibilities in environmental protection, often leading to shared jurisdiction and potential conflicts over resource management and conservation priorities.