Traditional Sacred Groves (Orans)
The recent decision of the Supreme Court to examine granting legal and constitutional protection to traditional sacred groves such as Orans marks an important development in India’s environmental governance. Sacred groves are patches of forest traditionally protected by local communities due to religious and cultural beliefs. In Rajasthan, Orans are dedicated to local deities like Gogaji and Devnarayan, and have historically functioned as community-conserved ecosystems.
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