Advocating for environmental law – grounds for its status as an independent branch of law in Slovak legal doctrine
Advocating for environmental law – grounds for its status as an independent branch of law in Slovak legal doctrine
Author(s): Matúš Michalovič, Michal MaslenSubject(s): History, Law, Constitution, Jurisprudence, Applied Linguistics, Epistemology, Communication studies, Contemporary Philosophy, Philosophy of Language, Methodology and research technology
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Śląskiego
Keywords: environmental law development; theoretical perspectives; independent branch of law; criteria analysis; scholarly discourse
Summary/Abstract: The article traces the historical development of environmental regulation in Czechoslovakia, and subsequently Slovakia, highlighting the transition from fragmented legal frameworks to comprehensive legislation, notably Act no. 17/1992 Coll. on Environment. It explores theoretical debates on whether environmental law constitutes an independent legal branch, examining criteria, such as subject matter, objectives, distinct principles, regulatory methods, and international dimensions. While advocating for environmental law’s recognition as a distinct branch, the article acknowledges ongoing debates and emphasizes the need for continued inquiry to reach consensus. Overall, it provides insights into environmental law’s evolution, challenges, and potential role within legal theory and practice.
Journal: Prawne Problemy Górnictwa i Ochrony Środowiska
- Issue Year: 2024
- Issue No: 2
- Page Range: 1-26
- Page Count: 26
- Language: English
