An Eia for Everyone? Analyzing the Low-income Inclusivity of Environment Impact Assessments in India
Year: 2020
Type: article
Abstract: The process of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) in India is riddled with loopholes which have left the environment and low-income communities susceptible to increasing levels of corporate exploitation.Such adverse consequences primarily stem from the purely economic and development-oriented approach, rather than a holistic approach to the EIA process.This paper will examine the flaws with such an approach and examine the dire need for inclusivity and participation from low income, marginalized communities, particularly indigenous populations who depend on natural resources for their income and survival.With the threat of global warming and rising sea levels, it is necessary to reform the EIA process and make it more democratic and inclusive, rather than dilute provisions for public participation.This paper will propose policy measures and a roadmap for a more equitable approach to EIA and the importance of such inclusivity to local communities and the environment itself.
Author: Aryamaan Singh
Language: English
Subfield: Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law
Field: Environmental Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W3130184120