AN ANALYSIS ON THE LEGAL APPROACHES TO COMBAT PLASTIC POLLUTION IN BANGLADESH
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.63456/jpslg-2-1-50Keywords:
Plastic pollution, legal frameworks, Bangladesh, environment conservation, jute packaging, waste management, circular economy, enforcementAbstract
Plastic pollution is a significant environmental problem in Bangladesh, induced by rapid urbanization, poor waste management, and a dearth of specialized legal regimes. The study, titled, An Analysis on the Legal Approaches to Combat Plastic Pollution in Bangladesh, adopts a qualitative approach based on secondary data from legislation, journal articles, and international reports. It assesses key legislations like the Bangladesh Environment Conservation Act 1995, Mandatory Jute Packaging Act 2010, and Solid Waste Management Rules 2021. Findings reveal that while the legislations exhibit regulatory intent, their effectiveness is marred by weak enforcement, inadequate infrastructure, low public awareness, and a lack of legislation addressing the full lifecycle of plastics. Drawing from global best practice, particularly Rwanda and Germany, the study recommends enacting comprehensive legislation, enhancing enforcement, promoting alternatives, and harmonization with global treaties. The research emphasizes the urgency of robust legal and institutional reforms to combat plastic pollution in a sustainable manner.
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