Environment Laws

Commercial’s Environment Laws – Bare Acts, 2027 Edition, published by Commercial Law Publishers (India) Pvt. Ltd., is a comprehensive compilation of major Indian environmental legislations governing environmental protection, pollution control, forest conservation, wildlife preservation, environmental adjudication, and ecological restoration. This edition brings together key environmental statutes, including the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986; the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981; the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974; the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010; the Indian Forest Act, 1927; the Van (Sanrakshan Evam Samvardhan) Adhiniyam, 1980; the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972; the Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991; and the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Act, 2016. Published in a bare act format without comments, the book provides the statutory text for convenient legal reference, academic study, and examination preparation.

The edition incorporates the amendments identified on the cover, including changes introduced by the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023, the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Act, 2024, and the relevant amendments to forest and wildlife legislation. It also includes updates to the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010, as indicated on the cover, making it a useful consolidated reference for readers studying India's environmental regulatory framework.

The book covers the principal provisions of environmental law, including:

• Environmental Protection Principles and Regulatory Frameworks • Prevention, Control, and Abatement of Environmental Pollution • Powers and Functions of the Central and State Pollution Control Boards • Air Pollution Control Standards and Industrial Emission Regulation • Water Pollution Prevention, Wastewater Management, and Water Quality Protection • Environmental Clearances, Compliance Obligations, and Regulatory Directions • National Green Tribunal Jurisdiction, Powers, and Procedures • Environmental Disputes, Appeals, Compensation, and Remedial Measures • Forest Conservation, Diversion of Forest Land, and Related Approvals • Wildlife Protection, Protected Areas, and Conservation of Biodiversity • Restrictions on Hunting, Trade in Wildlife, and Wildlife Products • Public Liability Insurance and Compensation for Accidents Involving Hazardous Substances • Compensatory Afforestation and Management of Afforestation Funds • Offences, Penalties, Adjudication, and Enforcement Mechanisms • Amendments and Legislative Changes Relevant to Environmental Governance

This edition is particularly suitable for:

• Law students and academicians studying environmental law • Candidates preparing for judicial service examinations and other competitive examinations • Advocates and legal practitioners handling environmental litigation and regulatory matters • Environmental consultants and compliance professionals advising industries and businesses • Government officials and regulatory personnel working in environmental administration • Researchers and scholars examining pollution control, forest conservation, and wildlife protection • Corporate legal teams responsible for environmental compliance and sustainability regulations • Professionals involved in environmental impact assessment, conservation, and ecological restoration

Whether used for academic study, competitive examination preparation, legal practice, or regulatory compliance, this 2027 edition offers a consolidated collection of essential Indian environmental statutes. Its bare act format, without commentary, enables readers to consult the legislative provisions directly and understand the statutory obligations, regulatory powers, enforcement mechanisms, and legal remedies governing environmental protection and conservation in India.