Balancing Natural Resource Extraction and Ecological Preservation: A Study of Mining Regulations in India

Author – Aysha Aazmy Moideen, Student at NUALS, Kochi

Best Citation – Aysha Aazmy Moideen, Balancing Natural Resource Extraction and Ecological Preservation: A Study of Mining Regulations in India, ILE MULTIDISCIPLINARY JOURNAL, 1 (1) of 2023, Pg. 30-33, ISBN – 978-81-961097-5-2.

Abstract

This paper explores the complex relationship between mining of natural resources, environmental regulation, and ecological balance in India. Mining is a critical contributor to the Indian economy, providing employment opportunities and powering various industries. This paper examines the various regulatory frameworks in place to mitigate these impacts, including the Forest Conservation Act, the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, and the Environmental Impact Assessment Notification. The paper also analyzes the challenges associated with implementing these regulations, including weak enforcement mechanisms and corruption. Finally, the paper discusses the importance of achieving a balance between natural resource extraction and ecological preservation, suggesting potential strategies for achieving this balance, such as sustainable mining practices and community engagement. Overall, this paper highlights the need for ongoing monitoring and regulation of mining activities to ensure that they do not come at the expense of the environment and local communities.

Keywords: Environment Law, Legal Issues around Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability, Legal Issues around Sustainable Use of Natural Resources, Legal Issues around Sustainability, Biodiversity and Conservation.