Abstract

This study explores the intersection of climate justice and corporate social responsibility (CSR) within the legal, governance, and developmental landscape of Rajasthan. As one of India’s most climate-vulnerable states, Rajasthan faces persistent challenges such as water scarcity, drought, land degradation, and livelihood insecurity impacts that disproportionately affect marginalized and resource-dependent communities. Through a climate justice lens, the analysis highlights how existing legal frameworks, including environmental statutes, constitutional mandates, and the CSR provisions under the Companies Act, shape equitable climate action and community resilience. The study argues that CSR, when aligned with justice-oriented principles, can complement state initiatives by fostering sustainable development, improving adaptive capacities, and ensuring participatory governance. However, gaps in implementation, accountability, and community engagement limit the transformative potential of both legal mechanisms and corporate interventions. The paper concludes that integrating climate justice values into CSR strategies, strengthening governance institutions, and promoting rights-based development are essential for advancing inclusive and sustainable climate responses in Rajasthan.