To improve economic growth condition, the second five-year plan under Nehru (1956-61) was formulated to focus on industrialization. This made no mention of the environmental protection.
Environmental protection policies and legislation
Until the 1960s, environmental protection was not a matter of grave concern for the world. However, after the great smog of 1952, the legislative action was taken by London i.e. setting up of Clean Air Act, 1956.
Impact of rapid urbanization on the environment of India
With the opening of the economy in 1991, the contribution of the service sector to GDP increased leading to rapid urbanization.
Impact of FDI inflows on the electrical conductivity in the rivers of India
Electrical conductivity is an important indicator of water pollution. It represents the water’s ability to have electric current i.e. the amount of ionic content present in the water.
Empirical evidence shows the impact of FDI on water pollution
Environmental degradation from water pollution is being witnessed at an alarming rate owing majorly to economic activities.
Impact of FDI inflows on the level of dissolved oxygen in Indian rivers
Level of dissolved oxygen has been identified as a composite indicator of water pollution in the previous article. It represents the trophodynamics and water quality of the aquatic system.
Impact of FDI inflows on water temperature in Indian rivers
The aim of this study is to examine the impact of FDI inflows on environmental pollution in India. To this effect, this article presents the findings with respect to water temperature.
FDI inflows have helped to minimise the faecal coliform levels in the Indian rivers
Faecal coliform is as an important indicator of water pollution. It represents the microorganisms present in the water due to the presence of faecal material of human and animals.