The book, ‘Changing Land Uses – Shrinking Streams and Carbon Sinks’, attempts at providing an overview of the calamitous consequences of deforestation on the world climate. Deforestation worldwide has been lowering the carbon sequestration potential of forests and increasing the concentration of CO2 in the atmosphere. The planet is already warmer by 1.10 C than the preindustrial era and as a result we are facing disastrous consequences in terms of frequent and destructive climatic catastrophes, namely, storms, sea surges, floods, droughts etc. Several perennial streams have become seasonal owing to deforestation in the catchments. With special reference to Karnataka’s Western Ghat forests, the book carries several investigative stories highlighting how notified and un-notified forests have been plundered for a variety of reasons. Diverse land tenures in Kodagu district of Karnataka and administration’s failure to regulate the rights and privileges are exploited by the nexus between politicians and bureaucrats. Without realizing the ecological services provided by forests, natural forests in different land tenures have been allowed to be degraded for quid pro quo. In addition, forests have been diverted for many developmental projects such as widening of roads, construction of reservoirs for power and irrigation, transmission of power, establishing rail connectivity etc. leading to changing land uses, disappearance of perennial streams and loss of carbon sinks. It is high time that states acted in conserving natural forests irrespective of the ownership, and the country as a whole must grow trees over 26 million hectares of degraded land by 2030 as pledged in the Paris climate accord of 2015.
The book ‘Forest Rights Act – Accelerated Deforestation’ has highlighted the disastrous consequences of enactment and implementation of “The Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006 and Rules, 2008” on the forests of the country. With graphic details taken from the states of Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha and Karnataka, the book has recounted how this Act and the Rules, introduced during the UPA regime ostensibly for setting right historical injustice, have triggered decimation, fragmentation and degradation of millions of hectares of forest in a span of just a decade and a half. The book has also underscored the role of aggressive politicians, scheming activists and pliant bureaucrats in the implementation of the FRA which in a roundabout manner has facilitated regularization of unauthorized forest encroachments, virtually negating the benefits accrued from the historic Forest (Conservation) Act of 1980. It has also questioned the open-ended nature of the Act with no last date for claiming rights under it, which has resulted in opening floodgates for fresh encroachment of forest land throughout the length and breadth of the country. Given the far-reaching and beneficial influence of the forest ecosystems on the life and future of humankind, and also considering the ominous implications of the FRA on the country’s shrinking forests, already on the brink of an ecological disaster, the book has recommended repeal of the Act.
Written in a simple and an easy-to-understand language, this comprehensive text gives a broad perspective of the framework of the Indian Constitution and its salient features. It gives all provisions and principles of Indian Constitution, and incorporates all important and leading cases. All landmark judgements of the past year have also been duly incorporated in the present edition. The students of LL.B. and LL.M. and those who appear for judicial services or Civil Services examination find it extremely helpful. This book is a key to their success. It is useful for both types of papers—objective as well as narrative. WHAT IS NEW TO THE ELEVENTH EDITION 1. NEET is valid and does not violate Article 30. It is in the national interest. 2. Creamy Layer can be applied to SC and ST. 3. Occupation of public roads for protest is unacceptable. 4. Proportionality doctrine applies to Freedom of Speech. 5. Constitution (93rd) Amendment is valid in its application to private unaided educational institutions. 6. Role of RSS in the freedom movement. 7. Indra Sawhney does not require reconsideration. 8. Hate speech and paradox of tolerance. 9. Rights of unaided private schools. 10. Karl Popper on tolerance. 11. Doctrine of Stare decisis. 12. Was it necessary to include minority rights? TARGET AUDIENCE • BA/MA (Political Science) • LLB / LLM • Judicial and Civil Services aspirants (for both objective and subjective papers) • BA/B.Com/B.Sc/BTech (all branches) for compulsory paper on ‘Indian Constitution’ offered in First Semester
The Charter of the United Nations contained a statement that the people of the United Nations reaffirm their faith in certain inalienable Human Rights, in the dignity of human beings and in essential equality of rights of men and women. This statement led to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights which was adopted by the United Nations on 10th December 1948. This Declaration guided, encouraged, and in some cases, put pressure on the nations to recognise these rights or Acts as rights which may be claimed and enforced by citizens and other human beings. India framed its Constitution soon after the Declaration and gave effect to many of the rights contained in the Declaration. Later some of them formed part of a statute and some have been knit in the Constitution by our Courts. This book contains the text of the Declaration with explanatory comments by the author. It also contains references to relevant articles of the Constitution and sections of various Acts and refers to judgements of the Supreme Court of India. It is the only book that gives parallel provisions of Indian Law—parallel to each article of the Declaration. The book will immensely benefit all students of Human Rights as part of the courses in Political Science, Law and other related fields. It will be helpful to all those who are appearing for civil services and other examinations conducted by various Public Service Commissions.
To read this evocative book is to be thrust into a Fiji that has, for the moment, been snuffed out by military might: a Fiji of political parties, parliamentary politics, elections, manifestoes, campaigns, democractic defence of interests, party manoeuvres, and constitutional protection of rights and freedoms. It is a comprehensive and eloquent re-telling of the story of Fiji politics from independence in 1970 to 1999 through the perspective of Fiji's greatest living statesman, Jai Ram Reddy, by one of the world's most distinguished scholars of its history and politics.
Bharat (India) remained lead nation of the world. For a short period of about a thousand years, Bharat lost its status as it could not repel the invaders from east or west. After independence, rejuvenation of the nation got initiated. On the completion of 75 years of independence, there is an opportunity to visualise our nation’s status when it becomes hundred years old in 2047. This book presents a comprehensive dialogue about the future of our nation during and after 25 years. The activist thinkers have visualised different scenarios of Bharat at 2047. Our nation has the privilege to communicate within and without in many languages. The English version of the book carries collective vision of 20 experts and covers subjects varying from rural life to global threats, dharma, sanskriti and technology, economics, finance and defence. In this unique dialogue organised by Panchnad Research Institute, the intellectual warriors have open their heart. Institute believes that these are not only dreams but may be conceived as plans of future action. Bharat-2047 by Prof. Brij Kishore Kuthiala: Explore the vision of India's future in Bharat-2047 by renowned author Prof. Brij Kishore Kuthiala. This thought-provoking book delves into the possibilities, challenges, and aspirations that India may encounter on its journey towards the year 2047, which marks the centenary of India's independence. Prof. Kuthiala presents a comprehensive and insightful analysis of India's potential trajectory, covering various facets of society, politics, economy, and culture. Key Aspects of the Book "Bharat-2047": Future Vision: Prof. Brij Kishore Kuthiala offers a visionary perspective on India's future, envisioning the nation's growth and development as it approaches the landmark year of 2047. Societal Evolution: The book explores how Indian society may evolve in terms of technology, education, healthcare, and social dynamics, shedding light on the potential transformations that lie ahead. Political Landscape: Prof. Kuthiala examines the political landscape, discussing potential shifts in governance, foreign relations, and the role of India on the global stage as it approaches its 100th year of independence. Prof. Brij Kishore Kuthiala is a renowned author and visionary thinker known for his expertise in various fields, including sociology, politics, and economics. With a distinguished career spanning decades, he has contributed significantly to academic discourse and policy discussions in India. Bharat-2047 is a testament to his deep insights and forward-looking perspectives, offering readers a glimpse into the potential future of India as it approaches a significant milestone in its history.
The first ever attempt by any author to write the biography of the Honourable Indian Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in epic poetry form. The same technique as was adapted by Tulsidasa for Lord Rama in ""Ramcharitmanas"" and by Edmond Spenser for Queen Elizabeth I in his book ""Fairie Queene"" some five hundred years ago. Alliteration, pun, simile, metaphor and rhyming schemes have been used in the composition of this epic.
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was a sincere effort by the U.N.O. to underscore the acceptance by civilized nations that all human beings are endowed with certain inalienable rights which deserve respect by all nations of the world. But this declaration was not a binding treaty. The world body evolved a consensus to divide the human rights into two classes. The rights against the State were collected in the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and the positive rights in the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights. This book gives parallel provisions contained in the Constitution and various Acts in force in India. It also refers to decisions of the Supreme Court. There is no other book which gives Indian Law along with each article of these two covenants. Author's Universal Declaration of Human Rights and Indian Law together with this book gives a complete view of Human Rights and Indian Law. They form a duo, a set of two.
‘What I have sought to do in my work is to give voiceless people a voice, place and purpose, the sense of dignity and inner strength that comes from never giving up no matter how difficult the circumstances. History belongs as much to the vanquished as to the victors.’ — Brij V. Lal ‘Professor Brij Lal is the finest historian of the Indian indentured experience and the Indian diaspora. His Girmitiyas is a classic.’ — Emeritus Professor Clem Seecharan, London Metropolitan University ‘Brij Lal is a highly respected, versatile and imaginative scholar who has made a lasting contribution to the historiography of the Pacific.’ — Dr Rod Alley, Victoria University of Wellington ‘Professor Brij Lal’s life is a remarkable journey of a scholar and an intellectual whose writings are truly transformative; a man of moral clarity and courage who also has deep pain at being cut off from his homeland.’ — Professor Michael Wesley, Dean of the College of Asia and the Pacific, The Australian National University ‘Brij Lal is a singular scholar, whose work has spanned disciplines – from history, political commentary, encyclopedia, biography and “faction”. Brij is without doubt the most eminent scholar in the humanities and social sciences Fiji has ever produced. He also remains one of the most significant public intellectuals of his country, despite having been banned from entering it in 2009.’ — Emeritus Professor Clive Moore, University of Queensland ‘Brij Lal is an accomplished and versatile historian and true son of Fiji. Above all, there is affirmation here of the enduring worth of good literature and the value of good education that Lal received and wants others to experience. The world needs more Lals who speak out against ruling opinions and dare to stray into the pastures of independent thought.’ — Professor Doug Munro, historian and biographer, Wellington, and Adjunct Professor at the University of Queensland
The Charter of the United Nations contained a statement that the people of the United Nations reaffirm their faith in certain inalienable Human Rights, in the dignity of human beings and in essential equality of rights of men and women. This statement led to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights which was adopted by the United Nations on 10th December 1948. This Declaration guided, encouraged, and in some cases, put pressure on the nations to recognise these rights or Acts as rights which may be claimed and enforced by citizens and other human beings. India framed its Constitution soon after the Declaration and gave effect to many of the rights contained in the Declaration. Later some of them formed part of a statute and some have been knit in the Constitution by our Courts. This book contains the text of the Declaration with explanatory comments by the author. It also contains references to relevant articles of the Constitution and sections of various Acts and refers to judgements of the Supreme Court of India. It is the only book that gives parallel provisions of Indian Law—parallel to each article of the Declaration. The book will immensely benefit all students of Human Rights as part of the courses in Political Science, Law and other related fields. It will be helpful to all those who are appearing for civil services and other examinations conducted by various Public Service Commissions.
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