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Item Open Access A Comprehensive Illustration of Water Pollution Being a Pitfall of Human Activities(University of North Bengal, 2024) Biswas, Samar Kumar; Dutta, TanushreeWater is one of the prime utilized environmental resources that is currently under threat for its quality and continued existence. Pollution has a significant influence on this matter of concern. The existence of impurities in water that change its chemical and biological composition is referred to as water pollution i.e. a major threat to symbiosis between human beings and the environment. Due to its multipurpose use, the sources of water contamination must be varied. Thus, in order to obtain a comprehensive understanding of the pertinent inclusive circumstances and responsible causes of water pollution, laboratory tests have been performed on water samples to identify any pollution. Additionally, three distinct sites on the bank of the Mahananda River in Siliguri City have been chosen and relevant information regarding the genesis of water pollution has been gathered. The current study investigates the many causes of water contamination with proper analytical descriptions in Siliguri City as well as people's perspectives on the sources from a social standpoint.Item Open Access Environment Protection and E-Waste Management in India(University of North Bengal, 2021-09) Singh, Haribansh; Chaturvedi, S. K.E-waste is nowadays one of the emerging pollutants which draw the attention of people throughout the world. Management of e-waste is a serious concern for the International community. Pollution caused by it is not only for India but for other developed and developing counties. In absence of any specific legislation on E-waste, the options available are Rules and Regulations made by government in India. The latest introduction of the scheme of the government in the form of E-waste (Management) Rules, 2016 provides an opportunity to look into the existing e-waste management process and also ponder on the effectiveness of the same. The unique feature of Environmental regime in India is to have different legislations on different environmental issues. In order to prevent and control water pollution and air pollution, the Water (Prevention & Control) Act, 1974, the Air (Prevention & Control) Act, 1981 have been enacted by the Parliament. To tackle the issues of environmental protection comprehensively, an umbrella and enabling legislation namely, the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 has been passed. The Rules of 2016 which replaced ‘the E-waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 2011’ made under this Act of 1986. There are many issues which require serious consideration and compelling need to make identification and compliance. The matters pertaining to fraudulent traders, environmentally unsound practices and some changes introduced by the new Rules on e-waste management require severe scrutiny and review. Electronic equipments, especially computers, are often discarded by the people from time to time on invention of latest and sophisticated technology which has rendered existing equipments and related knowledge obsolete and undesirable. The process of recycling or collection or taken back policy of e-waste is the need of the hour.Item Open Access Examination of Legal Framework for Solid Waste Disposal and Management in the United Kingdom and South Africa: Lesson for Nigeria(University of North Bengal, 2023-03) Yahaya, Ganiyu; Kehinde, olufunke Adeola.One of the most pervasive environmental threats in the world is solid waste, which includes trash, refuse, garbage, and rubbish from residential and business operations. The threat is present in many nations, including Nigeria. Despite the existence of the necessary legal frameworks (rules and institutions), the inefficiency for the control and management of solid waste in Nigeria is very frightening. This article looks at the legislative frameworks for solid waste in South Africa, the United Kingdom, and Nigeria in an effort to learn from them for Nigeria. To obtain data for a comparative comparison, the doctrinal approach of legal research was used. The analysis found that in order to manage and control the threat in accordance with the standard for best practices around the world, the existing legislative frameworks is insufficient. However, this paper came to the conclusion that the problem is not solely due to the inadequate legal framework; it is also due to the general lack of concern individuals have for solid waste management and control, which makes it impossible to achieve success despite significant effort. Lessons were drawn for a better control and management of solid waste in Nigeria as a way ahead.Item Open Access Jute and Sustainable Development- A Study of Its Socio- Economic and Environmental Prospects(University of North Bengal, 2020-09) Chakraborty, RuchitaJute is a natural plant fibre that has been traditionally used as a packaging textile, but over the past decades, it has been rapidly replaced with synthetic substitutes. However, in the wake of the global consciousness regarding environmental crisis and sustainable development, the rejuvenation of the industry seems to answer a number of calls. On one hand, its usage in the packaging industry can reduce plastic wastes considerably. Again, in the backdrop of the environmental international instruments in recent years, jute can be a viable alternative to achieve the goals towards maintaining ecological balance. On the other hand, the industry being a source of income for more than 40 lakh families, its revival is expected to benefit the nation socio-economically as well. In this context this paper explores the usage of the fibre as an environmental friendly alternative to various widely used synthetic commodities. It also locates the different environmental standards set by the world community that can be achieved with its increased usage. Further, in the context of the two important recent instruments- the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Climate Pact, this paper examines the various dimensions that the golden fibre can effectively answer.Item Open Access Livestock economics and its impact on the environment of North Sikkim(University of North Bengal, 1995) Paljor, Sonam; Sahu, RItem Open Access Meaning ain’t just in the head”: From meaning to reference(University of North Bengal, 2024-03) Barman, JayantaItem Open Access A Socio- Legal Analysis of the Forestry and Wildlife Offences with Special Reference to North Bengal Region(University of North Bengal, 2024-03) Bandyopadhyay, SouradiptaEnvironmental criminal activities pose a grave peril not only to our present life but to our future as well. Unfortunately, national borders do not restrict environmental crimes such as forestry and wildlife offences. These crimes often occur hand to hand with other types of offences. Unlike any other crimes, green crimes pose a threat to human existence. Thus it's high time to safeguard the floras and faunas of our nation. The forest areas of North Bengal are not only a blessing of nature but also a dwelling place for numerous exotic species. A considerable amount of forest cover is situated under the demography of North Bengal. However, this heaven is not secure anymore. Due to its crucial position, this area has become a transit point of trans-boundary crimes and trafficking. Despite strict vigil and numerous legislations, it is becoming difficult to counter such diverse crimes. Through this following piece of work, the author has thus attempted to accentuate the forestry and wildlife crimes that are transpiring right now in this region along with their causes and reasons. The paper also has tried to touch the grey areas of this aspect to understand the contemporary scenario of this region. To discover the above-stated reasons the researcher has taken reference from various primary and secondary data. Finally, the researcher has also endeavored to furnish acuities to constrain the ongoing menace and prevent the circumstances of the forest areas of North Bengal.Item Open Access Understanding the functional attributes of different microbial enzymes in bioremediation(University of North Bengal, 2020-03) Malakar, Neha; Mitra, Sreya; Toppo, Prabha; Mathur, PiyushBioremediation uses biological organisms and their metabolic processes in order to degrade contaminants present in water, soil etc. Microbes have the vast potential are the major resource for bioprocess of using microbial enzymes reduces the toxicity of pollutants caused by the waste materials like pesticides, insecticides, plastics, other hydrocarbon-containing substances and obtain novel useful substances for mankind and the environment. Enzymes produced by bacteria, fungi, plants play a key role in the biodegradation of toxic organic compounds. The purpose of bioremediation processes that will an eco-friendly and cost-effective mechanism. The aim is to develop an advanced technique in bioprocesses that will help to minimize toxin risk and thereby acquire new, usable substances. Some of the bioremediation-related compounds like oxidoreductases hydrolases, dioxygenase, peroxidases, and laccase are most widely considered. The aim of the review is to express the role of microbial enzymes on the bioremediation of toxic, hazardous environmental pollutants.