Global Commons
News: The fourth edition of the Global Commons Stewardship Index Report presents the most recent data on domestic impacts and transboundary spillovers on the Global Commons.
Introduction to Global Commons:
- Global commons encompass areas of the planet beyond national jurisdictions, accessible to all nations.
- These resources belong to humanity collectively rather than to any specific community or individual.
Identification of Global Commons: International law recognizes four primary global commons:
- High Seas,
- Atmosphere,
- Antarctica,
- Outer Space.
- These areas are governed by international agreements and are open to use by all nations.
Expansion of Global Commons:
- In addition to the traditional global commons, recent developments have included resources vital to global welfare, such as tropical rainforests and biodiversity.
- Some interpretations broaden the concept further to encompass areas like science, education, information, and peace as part of the global commons.
Neduntheevu, Nainativu & Analaitivu Islands
News: Recently India and Sri Lanka signed a contract for the implementation of Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems in Neduntheevu), Nainativu and Analaitivu islands.
Neduntheevu, Nainativu & Analaitivu Islands
- Located in the Palk Strait, separating Sri Lanka from southern India.
- Close proximity to Delft Island (Neduntheevu) and the northern Sri Lankan city of Jaffna.
- Significant pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhists.
- Historical mention in ancient Tamil Sangam literature as Manipallavam.
- Hosts Nagapooshani Amman Kovil, a historic Hindu temple dedicated to Amman.
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- Amman is associated with the Tamil deity Meenakshi from mainland India.
- Mentioned in the Mahavamsa, composed by Monk Mahanama in the 6th century A.D.
- According to Mahavamsa, Buddha visited the island during his second trip to Sri Lanka, five years after enlightenment.
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