The spatially splintered state: Myths and realities in the regulation of marine fisheries in Tamil Nadu, India

被引：32
作者：
Bavinck, M [1 ]
机构：
[1] Univ Amsterdam, Dept Human Geog, NL-1012 WX Amsterdam, Netherlands
来源：
DEVELOPMENT AND CHANGE | 2003年 / 34卷 / 04期
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D O I：
10.1111/1467-7660.00322
中图分类号：
F0 [经济学]; F1 [世界各国经济概况、经济史、经济地理]; C [社会科学总论];
学科分类号：
0201 ; 020105 ; 03 ; 0303 ;
摘要：
The spatial dimension of law is a neglected field of study. This article responds to suggestions that have been made to develop a 'geography of law', and investigates expressions of State-centred law regarding common pool natural resources. It asks how variations in law between lower-level territorial units are to be explained in situations where patterns of resource exploitation are similar and the overarching State proclaims an even approach. To explore these issues, the article focuses on a case study of Tamil Nadu marine fisheries. Comparing the reality of State regulation in different coastal districts, the author argues that the State occupies a relatively weak position vis-a-vis user groups, and strives to maximize its legitimacy by adapting to local political circumstances. The end result is a legal patchwork with strong spatial connotations.
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页码：633 / 657
页数：25
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