ABSTRACT:
This paper embarks on an insightful exploration of the evolution and impact of environmental regulations in India, particularly focusing on their development over the last three decades and their intricate relationship with sustainable economic growth. The study encompasses an in-depth analysis within the rural tapestry of India, specifically in the villages of Kakroi, Rai, Bhalgarh, Jatjoshi, Kundli, Murthal, Bayayanpur, Fazalpur, Asawarpur, and Badmalk. These villages serve as critical study sites, reflecting the diverse and complex socio-economic and environmental dynamics at the grassroots level. The research acknowledges the formidable challenges posed by climate change, externalities, and the limitations imposed by finite resources. It underscores the pivotal role of sustainable economic development (SED) as a comprehensive approach to addressing these multifaceted issues. Moving beyond a narrow focus on climate change, this study embraces a broader, more inclusive paradigm of sustainable development, aiming to harmonize our social and economic aspirations with the imperative of climate change mitigation. It delves into the intricacies of India's environmental management laws, spotlighting landmark legislations and governmental initiatives that have sculpted the nation's ecological landscape. Furthermore, the paper emphasizes the crucial need for a balanced integration of economic, social, and environmental objectives and scrutinizes the key drivers that have propelled climate change issues to the forefront of the policy arena. While acknowledging India's strides in education and democratic governance, the study also confronts the country's multifaceted socio-economic fabric, marked by disparities in literacy, pervasive poverty, and entrenched structural challenges. Proposing a holistic and collaborative approach, this report offers a comprehensive evaluation of India's endeavors to marry environmental stewardship with economic advancement, presenting a model of a green economy and pathways towards sustainable development within the context of the selected villages.
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Ramesh Kumar. An Empirical Study on Examining the Effectiveness of Environmental Policies in Promoting Sustainable Economic Growth in India. Asian Journal of Management. 2025;16(3):186-2. doi: 10.52711/2321-5763.2025.00029
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Ramesh Kumar. An Empirical Study on Examining the Effectiveness of Environmental Policies in Promoting Sustainable Economic Growth in India. Asian Journal of Management. 2025;16(3):186-2. doi: 10.52711/2321-5763.2025.00029 Available on: https://ajmjournal.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2025-16-3-4