Sociology and Environmental Sustainability: A Study of Fragile Ecology, Health Risks and Population Pangs

Book Details:

• Author: Rani Mehta

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Language: English

• Binding: Hardcover

• Release Date: 01-03-2014

• ISBN: 9788131606308

• Pages: 222

• Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.2 x 1.0 inches

About the Book:

Environmental sustainability is an urgent issue that requires immediate action, particularly in a developing nation like India. This book explores the delicate relationship between environmental health, population growth, and sustainable development. It delves into the impact of overutilization of resources by humans, which has led to an imbalance in the environment and fragile ecology. The book emphasizes the need for restoring and protecting natural resources to ensure ecological balance for a sustainable future.

In India, rapid population growth further exacerbates environmental problems, contributing to increased health risks and social challenges. The author argues for a participatory approach to sustainable development, one that integrates solutions from the country's cultural ethos, making them more adaptable and effective.

Key Themes:

• Environmental Degradation: Discusses how human ingenuity and greed have overexploited the planet’s resources, leading to ecological instability.

• Health and Population Issues: Explores the relationship between environmental sustainability and health risks exacerbated by population growth.

• Cultural Approaches to Sustainability: Advocates for a development model that draws on India's traditional knowledge and cultural practices to address environmental challenges.

• Sustainable Development: Proposes solutions for achieving a balance between growth, health, and environmental protection in the context of India’s unique challenges.

This book is a vital resource for anyone interested in understanding the multifaceted issues of environment, health, and population, and offers concrete strategies for achieving sustainability in a developing world.

About the Author:

Rani Mehta is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at Panjab University, Chandigarh. With a Ph.D. in Sociology from Panjab University (2003), she has contributed significantly to the fields of sociology of development, environment, population studies, health, and education. In addition to authoring two books, Dr. Mehta has published several papers in professional journals and has taught at the University of Mauritius. Her research focuses on the intersection of sociology and the pressing global challenges of our time.