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VOL. 10, ISSUE 5 (2024)
Environmental constitutionalism in the global south: A comparative study between Big C and Small C constitutions
Authors
Jeba Mobashwira
Abstract
Environmental constitutionalism is an emerging legal field that
emphasizes the integration of environmental rights into a country’s
constitutional framework. In dualist states like Bangladesh, where state has
obligations to incorporate international frameworks into domestic law,
constitutional recognition of environmental rights becomes essential. Without
such constitutional safeguards, environmental rights are often deprioritized in
governmental policies, budgets and agendas despite their critical role in
sustainable development. This study examines environmental constitutionalism
from a South Asian perspective, focusing on both the "Big C" (formal
constitutional provisions) and "Small C" (case law and by-laws)
approaches to environmental protection. A comparative analysis of various
countries in the region will be conducted, with a particular emphasis on
Bangladesh. The study aims to assess how constitutional frameworks can better
prioritize environmental rights, ensuring both legal and practical commitments
to sustainable development in line with international standards.
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Pages:77-80
How to cite this article:
Jeba Mobashwira "Environmental constitutionalism in the global south: A comparative study between Big C and Small C constitutions". International Journal of Law, Vol 10, Issue 5, 2024, Pages 77-80
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