Soil Degradation — Environmental Laws

Entry	Year	Description	Impact
N/A (Act, not amendment)	1986	The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, is a comprehensive umbrella legislation for environmental protection in India. It empowers the Central Government to take all necessary measures to protect and improve environmental quality, including soil. It provides for setting standards for emissions, discharges, and hazardous waste management, which are crucial for preventing soil contamination.	Provides the legal backbone for various rules and policies aimed at preventing soil pollution and promoting sustainable land management, indirectly addressing soil degradation. It enables the government to regulate activities that could harm soil health.