Legal protection and rights of tribals of Sundarbans: Addressing health impacts and climate change resilience
- Title
- Legal protection and rights of tribals of Sundarbans: Addressing health impacts and climate change resilience
- Creator
- Ghosh, Oindrilla; Raj, Manjeri Subin Sunder
- Description
- The Sundarbans are home to diverse tribal communities whose rights and health are increasingly threatened by climate change and environmental degradation. Legal protection for these communities is essential to safeguard their rights, culture, and access to resources. The recognition of their land rights is crucial, as displacement due to rising sea levels and extreme weather events disrupts their traditional livelihoods. Legal frameworks must incorporate indigenous knowledge and practices to enhance resilience against climate impacts. Health services need to be tailored to reflect the environmental realities faced by Sundarbans tribals, including increased incidence of waterborne diseases and mental health issues linked to climate anxiety. Strengthening community involvement in decision-making processes, along with access to legal recourse, can empower tribals to advocate for their needs. Collaborative efforts between local governments, NGOs, and tribal leaders can foster sustainable development while preserving the unique cultural heritage of the Sundarbans. 2025 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved.
- Source
- Community Climate Justice and Sustainable Development;pp.453-482
- Date
- 01-01-2025
- Publisher
- IGI Global
- Coverage
- Ghosh O., Christ University, India; Raj M.S.S., Christ University, India
- Rights
- All Open Access; Hybrid Gold Open Access
- Relation
- ISBN: 979-833730621-6; 979-833730619-3;
- Format
- online
- Language
- English
- Type
- Book chapter
Collection
Citation
Ghosh, Oindrilla; Raj, Manjeri Subin Sunder, “Legal protection and rights of tribals of Sundarbans: Addressing health impacts and climate change resilience,” CHRIST (Deemed To Be University) Institutional Repository, accessed June 18, 2026, https://archives.christuniversity.in/items/show/24570.