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Core Legal Areas Covered
Environmental Impact Assessment and Clearances
Pollution Control and Compliance
Forest and Wildlife Protection Laws
Water Rights and Conservation Issues
Waste Management and Hazardous Substances
Climate Change and Carbon Credits
Public Interest Environmental Litigation
Corporate Environmental Responsibility
Frequently Asked Questions on Environmental Law
EIA is a systematic evaluation of potential environmental effects of proposed projects. It's mandatory for projects listed in EIA Notification 2006, including industries, infrastructure, and mining projects above specified thresholds. The process involves scoping, impact assessment, public consultation, and environmental management planning.
Apply to the State Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA) for Category B projects or the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change for Category A projects. Submit detailed project reports, EIA studies, and environmental management plans. Public hearings may be required. Legal expertise ensures compliance with procedural requirements.
File complaints with State Pollution Control Boards or Central Pollution Control Board. Approach National Green Tribunal (NGT) for environmental disputes. Constitutional remedies through High Courts or Supreme Court are available for serious environmental violations. Citizens can file public interest litigation for community environmental concerns.
File complaints with local municipal authorities and pollution control boards. Approach NGT or courts through environmental public interest litigation. Gather evidence of environmental damage, violations of clearance conditions, or breach of environmental laws. Community participation strengthens environmental enforcement actions.
Follow Solid Waste Management Rules, Plastic Waste Management Rules, and Hazardous Waste Management Rules. Obtain necessary authorizations from pollution control boards. Maintain records of waste generation, treatment, and disposal. Implement segregation, collection, and processing systems as per regulatory requirements.
Water disputes involve complex federal and state jurisdictions. File applications with appropriate water boards or tribunals. Interstate water disputes require specialized legal handling. Document water usage rights, environmental impact, and compliance with water conservation measures. Legal expertise is crucial for water rights litigation.
NGT has jurisdiction over environmental disputes involving multi-disciplinary issues. File applications with supporting environmental evidence and expert reports. Cases can be filed by individuals, NGOs, or government bodies. Tribunal follows judicial procedures with environmental expertise, providing faster resolution than traditional courts.
Obtain all required environmental clearances before project commencement. Implement environmental management systems, conduct regular environmental audits, maintain pollution control equipment, and ensure proper waste management. Engage environmental consultants and legal experts for ongoing compliance monitoring.
Penalties include fines, imprisonment, closure of industrial units, and compensation for environmental damage. Environmental compensation can be substantial, calculated based on the polluter pays principle. Repeat violations attract enhanced penalties. Corporate officers can face personal liability for environmental non-compliance.
Document violations with photographs, videos, and witness statements. Report to local pollution control authorities, forest departments, or municipal bodies. File complaints with environmental ombudsman where available. Approach NGT or courts for serious violations affecting community health and environment.
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