International Journal of
Advanced Multidisciplinary Application

Volume 3, Issue 11

• Author(s)Dr Seena Thomas
• AffiliationAsst. Professor, Department of Political Science, St.Mary’s College, Sulthan Bathery, Kerala, India. Email:seenaorama@gmail.com
• Page No.88-97
• Volume, Issue & YearVolume 3 Issue 11,Nov-2026
• Published On14/11/2026
• JournalInternational Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Application (IJAMA)
• ISSN No.3048-9350

Abstract

Climate change has emerged as one of the most complex political, economic, social and environmental challenges of the contemporary world. Addressing it requires more than technological solutions or isolated government programmes; it requires effective climate governance involving states, international organisations, local governments, businesses, civil society and communities. Climate governance refers to the institutions, policies, laws, processes and networks through which societies respond to climate change through mitigation, adaptation and resilience-building. This article examines the meaning, evolution and major dimensions of climate governance and analyses its significance in the contemporary world. It particularly discusses multilevel governance, international cooperation, climate justice, finance, democratic participation and India's climate governance framework. The article argues that effective, transparent and inclusive climate governance is essential for achieving sustainable development and addressing the growing risks associated with climate change.

Keywords: Climate governance, Climate change, Multilevel governance, Climate justice, Sustainable development

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