LIVE LIFE IN ONENESS WITH NATURE: CJI CHANDRACHUD
Chief Justice of India Dr. D.Y. Chandrachud said that living the life in oneness with nature can help people to combat challenges posed by Climate Change. He was speaking after releasing a book titled `Traditional Trees of Bharat` compiled and edited by the Governor of Goa Shri. P.S. Sreedharan Pillai at a programme held at Raj
Bhavan.
CJI Dr. Chandrachud opined that, Nature lives in the present therefore one should use natural resources as much it is needed and should not exploit nature for the sake of future needs. He appreciated the efforts of Governor Shri. P.S. Sreedharan Pillai for compiling the book based on traditional trees. The book resonate the importance of nature in the human life. Trees are inter connected with humans and nature. Information regarding various traditional trees incorporated in the book glorifies strong ties between human culture and mother earth.
Dr. Chandrachud congratulated Governor Shri. Pillai for his remarkable work in the field of literature. He also appreciated various social initiatives implemented by the Governor towards the service of common people.
Governor Shri. P.S. Sreedharan Pillai lauded the efforts of CJI Dr. Chandrachud for promoting local languages in the judicial system. He said that the decision of translating more of 10 thousands Supreme Court`s judgments in local languages is the commendable initiative by which common people will be able to access the legal
judgments in one’s own local languages. India has the vibrant democracy where in Indian Constitution has always received maximum respect from the Indian courts through its functioning, Shri. Pillai added.
Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant said that, the book `Traditional Trees of Bharat` signifies the deeply rooted connection of people to culture and nature. The book contains information about traditional trees will help in promoting ecological heritage of this country. Secretary to Governor, Shri. M.R.M. Rao, IAS welcomed the gathering.
The book contains various articles authored by well known Environmentalist, Researchers and scholars in the field of history, ecology and nature. The book is basedon a symposium `Traditional Trees of India` which was held recently at Raj Bhavan.