The SRM School of Law hosted a specialized legal symposium and distinguished lecture in Chennai, examining the intersections between environmental jurisprudence, international sustainability frameworks, and fundamental human rights.
Key Academic Themes and Deliberations
As reported by Kalkiwebtv, the academic gathering convened constitutional jurists, environmental legal advocates, faculty scholars, and law students to deliberate upon emerging ecological regulations and legal responsibilities:
- Constitutional Right to a Clean Environment: Speakers analyzed judicial interpretations expanding the Right to Life under Article 21 of the Constitution of India, which recognizes access to unpolluted air and water as an essential human right.
- Green Jurisprudence Evolution: The session examined landmark Supreme Court pronouncements and National Green Tribunal (NGT) rulings that enforce the "polluter pays" principle and the doctrine of public trust.
- Corporate Governance and ESG Compliance: Deliberations reviewed the growing regulatory requirements for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance among corporate enterprises operating within India.
Equipping Future Legal Professionals
Faculty speakers emphasized that legal curricula must prepare future advocates to manage complex public-interest environmental litigation, carbon accounting disputes, and international climate agreements, fostering enforceable pathways for sustainable developmental policy.
