Insights on Environmental Concerns in Indian Mining Laws: Law Scholars Seek Public Opinion

 

Insights on Environmental Concerns in Indian Mining Laws: Law Scholars Seek Public Opinion

Allahabad, March 31, 2025: In an effort to explore the environmental concerns embedded in Indian mining laws, a research initiative has been launched by Vinita, a postgraduate law student from the Faculty of Law, University of Allahabad. The study seeks to gather public opinions and expert insights on the pressing environmental issues related to mining regulations in India.

Public Participation Invited for Research

As part of this academic endeavor, a Google form has been circulated to invite responses from legal experts, environmentalists, academicians, students, and the general public. The objective is to analyze the effectiveness of current mining laws in mitigating environmental degradation and to propose necessary reforms.

The research aims to address key questions such as:

• How effectively do Indian mining laws regulate environmental protection?
• What are the major gaps in the current legal framework?
• What reforms can be suggested to ensure sustainable mining practices?

Interested individuals can share their perspectives by filling out the form available at Google Form Link.

Mining and Environmental Concerns in India

India, rich in mineral resources, has witnessed extensive mining activities that have significantly impacted its environment. Issues such as deforestation, land degradation, water pollution, and biodiversity loss remain critical concerns. Despite regulations like the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957, and the Environmental Protection Act, 1986, environmental violations continue to pose challenges.

Environmental activists argue that while existing laws provide a framework for sustainable mining, enforcement remains weak. The research by Vinita aims to bring fresh perspectives on how these laws can be strengthened for better environmental compliance.

A Step Towards Legal and Environmental Reform

This initiative aligns with growing global concerns about sustainable development and climate change. The research findings will contribute to academic discussions and may aid policymakers in formulating more robust regulations.

"We believe that public participation is crucial in understanding the ground realities of mining laws. The responses will help in identifying loopholes and suggesting improvements for environmental conservation," Vinita stated.

Call to Action

Law students, researchers, and environmental professionals are encouraged to contribute to this study by submitting their responses. The form remains open for participation, and insights from the collected data will be analyzed for potential academic and policy recommendations.

For more details and to participate, visit the form at Google Form Link.

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