Legal Roadblocks in Achieving India’s Net Zero Target by 2070: An Assessment of Climate Policies and Enforcement Mechanisms
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Harsh Kumar Singh
LL.M. Student at Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Language University, Lucknow, India
Abstract
India has committed to cutting its carbon footprint down to zero by 2070. It is a major step in combating climate change. However, numerous legal and policy issues can prevent us from doing so. This paper examines the legislation India currently has, such as the Environment Protection Act (1986), Energy Conservation Act (2001), and the Air Pollution Act (1981). It indicates that these laws are not as powerful or functioning well. The essay also describes why we require better laws, tighter enforcement, and new concepts to assist India in transitioning to clean energy and curb pollution smoothly and equitably.
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