The question (15 marks)
Trace the development of the concept of sustainable development from Stockholm to Johannesburg. Define it, state its salient principles, and explain its status in international and in Indian law. (15 marks)
MU Module II, the international conferences and sustainable development; pack ch. 04 and case briefs 07 and 02.
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 2 · International Perspectives and Principles of Environmental Laws.
Authorities you will need
- Vellore Citizens Welfare Forum v Union of India
- Rural Litigation and Entitlement Kendra v State of U.P.
- Stockholm Declaration 1972, Principle 11; Rio Declaration 1992, Principle 16
- The Brundtland Report, Our Common Future, World Commission on Environment and Development
- Narmada Bachao Andolan v Union of India
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