GLOBAL SOUTH’S JUDICIAL APPROACH TO PRESERVE THE ENVIRONMENT: AN OVERVIEW OF THE SELECTED SOUTH-ASIAN ENVIRONMENTAL JUDGMENTS

Global South Asia’s domestic courts reportedly delivered many judgments innovating new practices and settling principles for environmental justice. The paper discusses the evolution of environmental law as a pertinent part of the human rights regime from a South Asian perspective and the role of the judiciary in promoting environmental justice. It highlights the region's diverse ecosystems and the increasing impact of climate change, emphasizing the importance of environmental litigation in enforcing environmental laws and protecting the region's natural resources. Hence this paper presents key case studies from Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, and Nepal, showcasing how the judiciary in these countries has upheld environmental principles and provided remedies for environmental harm.