The Legal Synergy: Constitutional Law, Governance, and Sustainable Development Goals in India

Abstract

This paper analyses the effectiveness of Sustainable Development Goals in India from a legal perspective, highlighting how constitutional law successfully supports the implementation of the 2030 Action Agenda. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, provides a shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet, now and into the future. At its heart are the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and 169 targets we are unveiling today, showcasing this new universal Agenda's vast scope and high aspirations. These are urgent calls for action by all developed and developing countries in a global partnership. India, as the world's largest democracy, embraces diversity and is known for its tolerant society. This research provides insights into how state and non-state actors can address societal needs to achieve three critical goals in India: Goal 4: ensuring quality education, Goal 10: reducing inequality among distinct groups, and Goal 16: promoting a peaceful, inclusive society at all levels. This research will draw on published primary and secondary data from academic journals, official documents, edited collections, government websites, and survey findings. The study's outcomes will offer valuable insights to policymakers, academics, researchers, and students regarding the Constitution's role in supporting the implementation and achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in society.