A Study on Climate Change and Internal Migration: An Emerging Economic Challenges
Author : Vasanth S and Dr. MD Chinnu
Abstract :
Climate change has become one of the most significant drivers of internal migration in developing countries, especially in India. Environmental degradation, frequent natural disasters, rising sea levels, droughts, floods, and loss of livelihoods force people to move from vulnerable regions to safer and economically viable areas. This project examines the relationship between climate change and internal migration through a law and economics framework. It analyses how environmental stress creates economic displacement, how existing legal frameworks respond to climate-induced migration, and whether current policies are adequate to protect the rights and economic security of migrants. The study aims to highlight the need for a comprehensive legal and economic policy to manage climate migration sustainably.
Keywords :
Climate Change, Internal Migration, Economic Displacement, Environmental Law, Law and Economics, Sustainable Development, Climate Justice, Livelihood Security.
