5) Aarhus Convention Flashcards
1
Q
What is this convention formally known as ?
A
UNECE Convention on Access to Information, Public participation in Decision making and Access to Justice in Environmental Matters
2
Q
When did it come into force ?
A
2001
3
Q
Why is such a big name deduced to Aarhus ?
A
It was signed in the Denmark city of Aarhus
4
Q
How many member states ?
A
46 states + EU
5
Q
Has India ratified it ?
A
NOOO
6
Q
What does this convention talk about ?
A
It stipulates that “Environmental Rights” and “Human Rights” are linked
Talks of sustainable development
Links Govt accountability and Environmental protection
