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Author: Tejas Modi
Tejas Modi
Tejas Modi is a first-year student at National Law University, Jodhpur, with a keen interest in the humanistic dimensions of law, particularly in areas such as constitutional law and public international law. Beyond academics, he is passionate about cinema and an avid follower of sports both of which enrich his broader perspective on society and culture.
Common but Differentiated Responsibilities (CBDR) Back in the 1960s, when Arvid Pardo, the ambassador of Malta, proposed that the seabed be declared a common heritage of humankind, the idea faced strong resistance, particularly from Western countries. Yet, his vision laid the foundation for the principle of Common but Differentiated Responsibilities (CBDR). From time immemorial, humanity has recognized that certain resources transcend national boundaries. However, the relentless pursuit of industrialization, globalization, and poverty eradication has caused significant degradation of these shared resources. The question then arises: Don’t countries that have contributed disproportionately to this damage have a greater obligation to the…
