Are SDGs a Myth?: Industrial Development and Water Pollution in India

This book examines the emphasis on development gains in India's national policies and the ineffectiveness of laws and infrastructure for environment protection in dealing with water pollution. It highlights the need for sustainable measures to moderate industrial development and examines the concentration of red industries in Gujarat. The authors suggest improvements in policy instruments and diversification of mechanisms to address environmental degradations.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 218 pages
Publication date: 29 December 2020
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the ongoing emphasis on development gains in India's national policies and its unwavering pursuit of achieving sustainable development goals. It provides a thorough analysis of the laws and infrastructure in place for environmental protection in the country, highlighting their ineffectiveness in addressing the pressing issue of water pollution, which has had detrimental consequences on India's ecological landscape. While acknowledging the significance of industrial development, the book advocates for sustainable measures to moderate and monitor these developmental efforts in the face of severe environmental degradations.

Focusing on the state of Gujarat, the book examines published and un-published data on industrial development and water pollution levels, as well as data obtained through applications filed under the Right to Information Act. It also offers a detailed account of the concentration of red industries, which are known for releasing the most hazardous pollutants, and their impact on the environment. The authors approach the data from both a theoretical and empirical perspective, providing insights into how the checks and balances imposed by the state have been violated. They highlight the patterns and trends that emerge from the study of these developmental efforts and emphasize the need to enhance the effectiveness of policy instruments and diversify the existing mechanisms.

This book is of immense interest to students and researchers in the fields of environment and development studies, public policy, sociology, law and governance, human ecology, and economics. It offers valuable insights into the complex dynamics between industrialization, environmental protection, and sustainable development, and serves as a crucial resource for policymakers and stakeholders seeking to address these pressing challenges.

Weight: 372g
Dimension: 154 x 235 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367560416