Civil environmental liability of the government in the French and Iranian legal systems

Abstract

One of the most important issues of the present age is the issue of the environment and understanding its position and importance in human life. However, the importance of this irreplaceable Capital is such that human health is completely tied to its health as a bed of lifetime. However, it can be claimed that in this age, human and natural environment has been exposed to many serious damages. And environmental damage, many of which is virtually irreparable, threatens human life even more. That in case of damage to the environment, On what basis can the loser be held liable; A noteworthy discussion in the present study, Examining the principles of environmental civil liability in the French and Iranian legal systems, we found that both legal systems, While still embracing the traditional theory of environmental civil liability, Over time, and given the shortcomings of this theory, Steps have been taken towards other theories as the basis for this responsibility. Also, the discussion of environmental obligations and civil liability of governments is a fundamental issue in the field of environmental rights. In this research work، In order to achieve the goals that can be imagined in the field of preserving and supporting this universal gift, it has been examined.

Keywords: Environmental Damages, Civil Liability, French Legal System, Iranian Legal System

DOI: 10.7176/JLPG/112-22

Publication date:August 31st 2021