Environment protection policy 2005 of Pakistan challenges and the way forward.

Abstract

This Final Year Research Project highlights that the Environmental Protection Policy (2005) is not sufficient enough to address the environmental issues of Pakistan. Considering the best international practices, and needs or circumstances of Pakistan, this study shows that the country has to take following steps to effectively resolve its environment related problems, 1) taking lessons from international best practices to amend or modify its existing laws accordingly, 2) rectifying and implementing international treaties on environmental laws, 3) amending the Constitution of the country, and making access to safe and clean environment as a constitutional right of every individual, 4) appointing watchdogs to keep check and balance, restricting industries or individuals from violating environmental rights, and 5) adding subjects in school curriculum, and arranging seminar, workshops and programs, on environment issues and rights, aiming to spread awareness among general public and future generation.