Gaja

Gaja is a legal framework from India that recognizes the rights of trees and forests by attributing to them a legal personhood, similar to individuals or companies. This allows for the protection and sustainable management of natural resources by granting forests a legal identity, enabling them to be represented in courts and to hold rights and obligations. Gaja aims to balance ecological preservation with human needs, promoting responsible stewardship of environmental assets. Essentially, it treats forests as living entities with rights, helping to ensure their conservation for future generations.