Environmental Legislation: Environment Protection Act 1986, Water/Air Acts, Forest Conservation

Does the right to clean environment entail legal regulations on burning crackers during Diwali? Discuss in the light of Article 21 of the Indian Constitution and Judgement(s) of the Apex Court in this regard.

What are the consequences of illegal mining? Discuss the ministry Coal Mining of environment and forests’ concept of “GO AND NO GO” zones for coal mining. Enumerate the National Water Policy of India. Taking river Ganges

as an example, discuss the strategies which may be adopted for river water pollution control and management. What are the legal River Pollution provisions for management and handling of hazardous wastes in India?

Coastal sand mining, whether legal or illegal, poses one of the biggest threats to our environment. Analyse the impact of sand Sand Mining mining along the Indian coasts, citing specific examples.

Mineral resources are fundamental to the country's economy and these are exploited by mining. Why is mining considered an environmental hazard? Explain the remedial measures required to reduce the environmental hazard due to mining.

What is meant by ‘environmental ethics’? Why is it important to study? Discuss any one environmental issue from the viewpoint of environmental ethics.

Inspite of the ecological and social costs, the administration argues in favour of the said proposal by highlighting that this Welfare Housing vs very initiative addresses fundamental human rights as a critical Forest Deforestation welfare priority. Besides it, it fulfils the government’s duty to uplift and empower the poor through inclusive housing development. Further, these forest areas have become unsafe due to wild-animal threats and recurring human-wild life conflicts. Lastly, clearing forest-zones may help to curb anti-social elements allegedly using these areas as hideouts, thereby enhancing law and order.