SPACE DEBRIS AND MANAGEMENT: A LEGAL STUDY WITH SPECIAL HEED TO DEBRIS MITIGATION
AUTHOR – NAVIT VERMA* & DR. BHAWNA ARORA**
* BBA-LLB (HONS.), 5TH YEAR, LAW COLLEGE DEHRADUN, UTTARANCHAL UNIVERSITY, DEHRADUN, UTTARAKHAND, INDIA.
**ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR (LAW), LAW COLLEGE DEHRADUN, UTTARANCHAL UNIVERSITY, DEHRADUN, UTTARAKHAND, INDIA.
BEST CITATION – NAVIT VERMA & DR. BHAWNA ARORA, SPACE DEBRIS AND MANAGEMENT: A LEGAL STUDY WITH SPECIAL HEED TO DEBRIS MITIGATION, INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEGAL REVIEW (IJLR), 5 (10) OF 2025, PG. 282-290, APIS – 3920 – 0001 & ISSN – 2583-2344.
Abstract
Space debris, conforming of defunct satellites, spent rocket stages, and fractions from collisions or decomposition, has become a growing concern for space operations. As the number of space operations increases, so does the number of debris in Earth’s route, raising the threat of inter-collisions that could peril both the being and unborn space conditioning. This article intends to explore the origins, current status, and implicit hazards associated with space debris, emphasizing the critical need for effective operation strategies. From enlisting the various cornerstone and fundamental framework and the articles within it examines both preventative and remedial approaches, including bettered satellite design, compliance with end- of- life disposal guidelines, and the development of active debris junking technologies. Space Debris Mitigation is a crucial and regenerating part of the issue. The article also pays heed on the part of trans-national collaboration and non-supervisor sweats in addressing this global issue. By assessing current challenges and arising results, the study underscores the significance of timely and coordinated action to insure the long- term sustainability of external and outer space. The article also focuses on the future and upcoming trends in the field of debris management. Managing space debris isn’t only a specialized imperative but also a strategic and ethical responsibility participated by all spacefaring nations and associations including the private entities.
Keywords: Space Debris, Inter-Collisions, Space Conditioning, Cornerstone & Fundamental Framework, Preventive & Remedial Approaches, Active Debris Junking, Space Debris Mitigation, Trans-National collaboration, Ethical Responsibility, Space Faring Nations.