Development Governance And Environment In South Asia

Author : Mohammad Alauddin,Samiul Hasan
Publisher : Springer
Page : 371 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2016-07-27
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781349276318

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Development, Governance and Environment in South Asia by Mohammad Alauddin,Samiul Hasan Pdf

The worst chemical disaster ever could be happening right now. In India and Bangladesh between forty and eighty million people are at risk of consuming too much arsenic from well water that might have already caused one hundred thousand cancer cases and thousands of deaths. Many millions elsewhere in South-East Asia and South America may soon suffer a similar fate. Venomous Earth is the story of this tragedy: the geology, the biology, the politics and the history. It starts in Ancient Greece, touches down in today's North America and takes in William Morris, alchemy, farming, medicine, mining and a cosmetic that killed two popes.

Author : Mohammad Alauddin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1349276332

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Development, Governance and the Environment in South Asia by Mohammad Alauddin Pdf

Author : Rumki Basu,M. Shamsur Rahman
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2016-11-03
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781315394244

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Governance in South Asia by Rumki Basu,M. Shamsur Rahman Pdf

This book presents a nuanced analysis of governance in South Asia. It examines a range of themes including civil service reforms, women and development, environmental governance and public sector programmes, together with the impact of globalization on local issues and its influence on governance in the region. Through grass-roots studies, the volume also traces how the last 20 years have seen a social and economic resurgence in South Asia – transiting from stages of poverty, low growth rates, illiteracy and poor health to flourishing economies, improved savings, greater investments and stronger human development indicators. Drawing on extensive fieldwork, this book will be of great interest to scholars of politics and public administration, development studies, labour studies, and sociology and social anthropology. It will also be useful to practitioners in the field, NGOs and civil servants.

Author : Anamika Barua,Vishal Narain,Sumit Vij
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2018-08-29
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781351680783

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Climate Change Governance and Adaptation by Anamika Barua,Vishal Narain,Sumit Vij Pdf

Climate change adaptation in South Asia is redefining the roles of different actors in the governance processes. The existing governance lack capacity, knowledge, and leadership skills to manage the uncertainties and challenges posed by climate change. This book aims to explain how the governance of climate change adaptation and mitigation is being shaped in the region and how climate change is impacting upon the governance of natural resources. Although the focus is on South Asia, the editors draw a wide range of contributions from northern and southern communities and across various agro-ecological contexts. Climate Change Governance and Adaptation: Case Studies from South Asia sees the changing climate not only as an environmental problem but as a societal challenge and discusses the governance challenges from an interdisciplinary social science perspective across different levels: local, state, and national. Discusses also the challenges and opportunities for increasing the resilience of the society through effective governance around climate change. A top down approach to govern climate change adaptation may not yield desired outcomes; instead the book emphasizes the need to integrate issues of equity, into climate governance and polices. The lessons learned from different cases across South Asia help readers have a better and deeper understanding of the relationships between governance and climate change. Given the diversity of themes covered, this book will appeal not only to researchers and practitioners in the climate change community, but also to those with a broader interest in governance processes.

Author : Uma Nabhi
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2023-04-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781000842968

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Environmental Governance for Sustainable Development by Uma Nabhi Pdf

This book studies the role of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) as an advocate for greater environmental responsibility and analyses the major achievements and outcomes of two landmark conferences – Stockholm (1972) and Rio (1992) – which set the agenda for the future role of the UNEP. It discusses the UNEP’s evolution, objectives and the problems of differing perspectives within, its ability to deal with environmental challenges, its skill in successfully carrying out the mandate and contributing to the pursuit of environmental security. The book also looks at five developing countries of South Asia, namely India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka, to study the role of the South Asia Co-operative Environment Programme (SACEP), which plays an active role in the management of environmental issues and constitutes an important landmark in regional cooperation in South Asia. The author evaluates the contributions of National Conservation Strategies not only in creating environmental awareness but also in strengthening environmental governance architecture by integrating Millennium Development Goals and Sustainable Development Goals into the development planning of these South Asian countries under study. Drawing on in-depth research and interviews, this book will be of interest to students, teachers, researchers, policymakers and strategic analysts working in the fields of environment studies, sustainable development, environmental science and policy, environmental law and governance, geography, politics and international affairs.

Author : Sacchidananda Mukherjee,Debashis Chakraborty
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2015-03-02
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781317508922

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Environmental Challenges and Governance by Sacchidananda Mukherjee,Debashis Chakraborty Pdf

The economies located in East, South and Southeast Asia have witnessed an interesting growth-sustainability trade-off over the last decades. While growth considerations have paved ways for deepened ties with growing trade-investment waves and increasing population pressure necessitated exploitation of hitherto unutilized natural resources, focus on environmental sustainability has been a recent consideration. The growth impetus still playing a key role in these economies, it becomes imperative that the countries effectively address the key sustainability concerns, e.g. air and water pollution, land degradation, loss of biodiversity, climate change issues like CO2 emissions etc. But how prepared is the governance mechanism of these countries, covering not only the legislative and administrative framework but also involvement of the judiciary, presence of spirited civil society and active engagement of stakeholders in policy-framing dialogues, to rise up to these challenges? The book seeks an answer to this question through the environmental governance mechanism and natural resource conservation policies in three vibrant regions within Asia. A holistic development dimension of sustainable development path emerges, through discussion of policies adopted by developed (Japan, South Korea), upper-middle (China, Malaysia), developing (India, Indonesia, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand) and least developed countries (Bangladesh, Myanmar, Nepal).

Author : Vishal Narain,Chanda Gurung Goodrich,Jayati Chourey,Anjal Prakash
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2018-05-11
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781317560210

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Globalization of Water Governance in South Asia by Vishal Narain,Chanda Gurung Goodrich,Jayati Chourey,Anjal Prakash Pdf

Globalization has significantly redefined the nature of governance in the water sector. Non-state actors—multilateral and transnational donor agencies and corporations, non-government organizations, markets, and civil society at large—are assuming a bigger role in public policy-making for water resource management. New discourses on neoliberalism, integrated water resource management (IWRM), public–private partnerships, privatization, and gender equity have come to influence water governance. Drawing upon detailed case studies from India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Bhutan, this volume shows the implications of these new global paradigms for water allocation and management practices, institutions and governance structures in South Asia. It suggests that, despite claims to the contrary, they have done little to further human well-being, reduce gender disparity, or improve accountability and transparency in the system. Steering away from blueprint approaches, it argues for a more nuanced and contextual understanding of water management challenges, based on local knowledge and initiatives. This book will be useful to those interested in political economy and water governance, natural resource management, environmental studies, development studies, and public administration, as well as to water professionals, policy-makers and civil society activists.

Author : Adluri Subramanyam Raju
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2019-08-29
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781000651560

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Human Security in South Asia by Adluri Subramanyam Raju Pdf

This book delves into the theory and praxis of human security in South Asia. Home to almost a quarter of the world’s population and fast emerging markets, South Asia holds social, geopolitical and economic significance in the current global context. The chapters in the volume: examine the challenges to human security through an exploration of environmental issues including water availability, electric waste, environmental governance and climate change; explore key themes such as development, displacement and migration, the role of civil society, sustainable development and poverty; and discuss developmental issues in South Asia and provide a holistic picture of non-military security issues. Bringing together scholars from varied disciplines, this comprehensive volume will be useful for researchers, teachers and students of international relations, human rights, political science, development studies, human geography and demography, defense and strategic studies, migration and diaspora studies, and South Asian studies.

Author : N. C. Narayanan,S. Parasuraman,Rajindra Ariyabandu
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 279 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2018-10-24
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781317559870

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Water Governance and Civil Society Responses in South Asia by N. C. Narayanan,S. Parasuraman,Rajindra Ariyabandu Pdf

This book addresses paradigm shifts in water policy and governance, and examines the role of civil society organizations in influencing public policy, while focusing on social equity and democratic participation. It illustrates a range of interesting developments in policy formulation, donor–state nexus, and interventions by civil society and voluntary organizations. The collection of articles provides a comprehensive and current narrative of the state–society relations in South Asia under neoliberal governance reforms, their implications and key responses with regard to water policies. Using case studies, it closely investigates the impact, effectiveness, drawbacks and challenges faced by voluntary organizations and social movements working at various levels in the water sector. The work will interest researchers and students of development studies, environmental studies, natural resource management, water governance, and public administration, as also water sector professionals, policymakers, civil society activists and governmental and non-governmental organizations.

Author : Jens Marquardt,Laurence L. Delina,Mattijs Smits
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 213 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2021-12-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781000488197

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Governing Climate Change in Southeast Asia by Jens Marquardt,Laurence L. Delina,Mattijs Smits Pdf

This volume showcases the diversity of the politics and practices of climate change governance across Southeast Asia. Through a series of country-level case studies and regional perspectives, the authors in this volume explore the complexities and contested nature of climate governance in what can be considered as one of the most dynamic and multi-faceted regions of the world. They reflect upon the tensions between authoritarian and democratic climate change governance, the multiple roles of civil society and non-state interventions, and the conflicts between state planning and market-driven climate change governance. Shedding light on climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts in Southeast Asia, this book presents the various formal and informal institutions of climate change governance, their relevant actors, procedures, and policies. Empirical findings from a diverse set of environments are merged into a cross-country comparison that allows for elaborating on similar patterns whilst at the same time highlighting the distinct features of climate change governance in Southeast Asia. Drawing on case studies from all Southeast Asian countries, namely Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Viet Nam, this book will be of great interest to students, scholars, and practitioners dealing with climate change and environmental governance.

Author : Anamika Barua,Vishal Narain,Sumit Vij
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 219 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2018-08-29
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781351680776

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Climate Change Governance and Adaptation by Anamika Barua,Vishal Narain,Sumit Vij Pdf

Climate change adaptation in South Asia is redefining the roles of different actors in the governance processes. The existing governance lack capacity, knowledge, and leadership skills to manage the uncertainties and challenges posed by climate change. This book aims to explain how the governance of climate change adaptation and mitigation is being shaped in the region and how climate change is impacting upon the governance of natural resources. Although the focus is on South Asia, the editors draw a wide range of contributions from northern and southern communities and across various agro-ecological contexts. Climate Change Governance and Adaptation: Case Studies from South Asia sees the changing climate not only as an environmental problem but as a societal challenge and discusses the governance challenges from an interdisciplinary social science perspective across different levels: local, state, and national. Discusses also the challenges and opportunities for increasing the resilience of the society through effective governance around climate change. A top down approach to govern climate change adaptation may not yield desired outcomes; instead the book emphasizes the need to integrate issues of equity, into climate governance and polices. The lessons learned from different cases across South Asia help readers have a better and deeper understanding of the relationships between governance and climate change. Given the diversity of themes covered, this book will appeal not only to researchers and practitioners in the climate change community, but also to those with a broader interest in governance processes.

Author : Asian Development Bank
Publisher : Asian Development Bank
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2013-10-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789292541972

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South Asia Conference on Environmental Justice by Asian Development Bank Pdf

This publication documents the proceedings of the South Asia Conference on Environmental Justice, held last 24–25 March 2012 at Bhurban, Pakistan. The conference brought together chief justices, senior members of the judiciary, and other legal stakeholders in South Asia, to highlight environmental challenges in the subregion, and devise ways to strengthen the implementation of environmental justice and ensure compliance with environmental laws. The recommendations from the conference led to the adoption of a 14-point Bhurban Declaration establishing "green benches" across Pakistan and calling for subregional collaboration for educated judiciaries, specialized courts, and cooperation to achieve environmental justice.

Author : Nathan Badenoch
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : STANFORD:36105112802231

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Transboundary Environmental Governance by Nathan Badenoch Pdf

This report explores options for enhancing regional environmental governance in Southeast Asia. It characterizes transboundary environmental challenges in MSEA, and examines the political, economic and environmental response to these challenges via four prominent regional institutions.

Author : Grant Hewison,Veena Jha,Maree Underhill
Publisher : Springer
Page : 233 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1997-05-13
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781349254170

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Trade, Environment and Sustainable Development by Grant Hewison,Veena Jha,Maree Underhill Pdf

Trade, Environment and Sustainable Development explores the linkages between the objectives of liberalised international trade, protection of the environment and sustainable development. It is an anthology of essays by leading experts, key government officials and political leaders from the South Asian region, supported by officials of the OECD, UNCTAD and non-governmental organisations. Trade, Environment and Sustainable Development outlines the concerns of the developing nations of the South Asian region about the impacts on their trade and development from the environmental policies of the North. A range of country case and sector studies are presented, along with analysis of key regional issues.

Author : Anjal Prakash,Chanda Gurung Goodrich,Sreoshi Singh
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2018-05-11
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781317560128

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Informing Water Policies in South Asia by Anjal Prakash,Chanda Gurung Goodrich,Sreoshi Singh Pdf

This book analyzes water policies in South Asia from the perspective of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM). It seeks to address the problems of water scarcity, conflict and pollution resulting from the gross mismanagement and over-exploitation of this finite resource. Highlighting the need for IWRM in mitigating abuse and ensuring sustainable use, it discusses issues relating to groundwater management; inter-state water conflicts; peri-urban water use; local traditional water management practices; coordination between water users and uses; and water integration at the grassroots level. With case studies from India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Nepal, the innovative, painstaking and transnational researches presented in the volume deal with questions of equity, gender, sustainability, and democratic governance in water policy interventions. It will interest researchers and students of development studies, environmental studies, natural resource management, water governance, and public administration, as also water sector professionals, policymakers, civil society activists and governmental and nongovernmental organizations.