Commercial Environment Laws Bare Act by Commercial’s Editorial Board Latest Edition

This edition of Commercial’s Environment Laws (Bare Act with short comments), updated for 2026, presents a consolidated and authoritative compilation of India’s core environmental legislations, incorporating the latest statutory amendments and notifications. Designed as a reliable legal reference, the book provides the bare text of the law with brief, relevant comments, ensuring clarity while retaining statutory accuracy—making it suitable for examination, practice, and reference purposes.

The volume comprehensively covers key environmental enactments as amended up to date, including:
• Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, as amended by the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023
• Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, with latest amendments
• Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, as amended by the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Act, 2024
• National Green Tribunal Act, 2010, as amended by the Tribunal Reforms Act, 2021
• Indian Forest Act, 1927, with recent amendments
• Van (Sanrakshan Evam Samvardhan) Adhiniyam, 1980, as amended in 2023
• Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972, as amended by the Wild Life (Protection) Amendment Act, 2022 and subsequent notifications
• Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991, with latest amendments
• Compensatory Afforestation Fund Act, 2016

This edition is particularly useful for:
• Advocates, judges, and legal professionals dealing with environmental and regulatory matters
• Academicians and researchers in environmental law
• Government officials, compliance officers, and environmental consultants

Accurately reflecting the current legal position, this 2026 edition serves as a dependable resource for understanding and applying India’s environmental laws in academic, professional, and practical contexts.