ENVIRONMENTAL LAW

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Your Pioneering Environmental Law Firm in India

Amidst the increasing concerns about the deteriorating state of the environment, the field of environmental law has emerged as a pivotal domain. At Indian Law Company (ILC), we recognize the significance of environmental preservation and provide specialized legal services tailored to address the diverse aspects of environmental law in India.

Detailed Information: Environmental law spans a wide spectrum of legislation aimed at regulating human activities impacting the natural environment and its interconnected ecosystems. It safeguards critical components such as water, air, forests, and other natural resources, ensuring responsible conduct by individuals, governments, and organizations.

Our Services

  1. Indian Law Company’s (ILC) dedicated team offers expert advice on various facets of environmental law, including:

    1. Electronic waste management
    2. Hazardous waste management
    3. Plastic waste management
    4. Pollution control
    5. Water conservation
    6. Wildlife protection
    7. Resource efficiency

Key Highlights

  • Due diligence for business transactions.
  • Compliance with state and central regulations.
  • Drafting indemnity and contractual agreements.
  • Permit applications, reviews, modifications, challenges, and transfers.
  • Pre-Emptive Controls & Risk Mitigation.
  • Representation against government agencies.
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FAQS

Key regulations include The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972; The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974; The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981; The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986; Energy Conservation Act, 2001; Forest Conservation Act, 1980; and Biological Diversity Act, 2002.

  • Conventions such as The Antarctic Treaty (1959), CITES (1973), Montreal Protocol (1987), Basel Convention (1989), UNFCCC (1992), Convention on Biological Diversity (1992), and UN Convention on Desertification (1994) underpin India’s environmental law.

The Environmental Protection Act of 1986 stipulates penalties, including up to five years in jail, a fine of up to INR 100,000, or both, for violations.

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