Balancing Development and Conservation: An Analysis of the Coastal Regulation Zone Regime in India

The Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) regime in Indian is a policy response of enormous significance and importance in coastal management. To achieve the above objectives, this research analyzes CRZ notifications from the year 1991 to the year 2019 focusing on regulations, amendments etc. It analyses the bio-physical, legal, socio-economic consequences of CRZ policies which include issues of coastal ecosystems deterioration, clash of local economy, and lack of sufficient public participation. Using data derived from comparative assessments of coastal management systems in different countries, suggestions for better practices can be obtained. The research outcomes assert that achieving sustainable borders of India’s coasts should be based on balancing environmental regime with economical and communal benefits.