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Indian Journal of Law and Human Behavior

Volume  10, Issue 2, July - Dec 2024, Pages 82-85
 

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Eco-Warfare: Understanding the Environmental Consequences of Armed Conflict

Aparna Singh

Assistant Professor of Law, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India.
 

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.21088/ijlhb.2454.7107.10224.2

Abstract

Armed conflict has profound and often overlooked environmental consequences, which can have long-term effects on ecosystems and human populations. This study explores the concept of “eco-warfare,” focusing on how military activities, including the use of chemical weapons, landmines, and deforestation, directly and indirectly impact the environment. , This Paper highlights the destruction of natural habitats, contamination of water resources, and loss of biodiversity resulting from warfare. The study also delves into the role of legislation, international environmental laws and treaties in mitigating these impacts, assessing their effectiveness and proposing strategies for better enforcement. Through this exploration, the paper aims to raise awareness of the critical need for integrating environmental considerations into conflict resolution and post-war recovery efforts, ultimately advocating for more sustainable approaches to both warfare and peace building.
 


Keywords : Armed Conflict, Weapons, Natural habitats, Environment, Warfare.
Corresponding Author : Aparna Singh,