A STUDY OF THE IMPACT OF ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS ON CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY AND PUBLIC HEALTH IN INDIA

AUTHOR – MR. SHIV KUMAR*, MR. HARINDER SINGH** & MR. GAUTAM NEGI*

* STUDENT AT UNIVERSITY INSTITUTION OF LAW, SANT BABA BHAG SINGH UNIVERSITY, JALANDHAR

** ASSISTANT PROFESSOR AT UNIVERSITY INSTITUTION OF LAW, SANT BABA BHAG SINGH UNIVERSITY, JALANDHAR

BEST CITATION – MR. SHIV KUMAR, MR. HARINDER SINGH & MR. GAUTAM NEGI, A STUDY OF THE IMPACT OF ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS ON CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY AND PUBLIC HEALTH IN INDIA, ILE MULTIDISCIPLINARY JOURNAL, 4 (1) OF 2025, PG. 644-651, APIS – 3920-0007 | ISSN – 2583-7230

Abstract

In India, environmental laws are essential for controlling corporate social responsibility and protecting the general public’s health. This essay analyzes the efficacy of important laws in reducing industrial pollution, such as the Air and Water Pollution Acts and the Environment Protection Act of 1986. Even with a robust legal system, issues like lax enforcement, corporate non-compliance, and regulatory gaps continue to exist. Case studies demonstrate how environmental deterioration affects public health, as evidenced by the rise in respiratory and waterborne illnesses. In order to guarantee sustainable development and the welfare of the general public, the study highlights the necessity of stronger enforcement, increased corporate accountability, and technological advancements.

Key Words: Environmental Laws, Corporate Responsibility, Public Health, Pollution Control, Sustainable Development, Regulatory Framework, National Green Tribunal, Industrial Pollution, Environmental Governance, Climate Change Policy.