Environment & Ecology·Environmental Laws
Article 48A and 51A(g) — Environmental Laws
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Version 1Updated 9 Mar 2026
| Entry | Year | Description | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act | 1976 | This landmark amendment introduced Article 48A into Part IV (Directive Principles of State Policy) and Article 51A(g) into Part IVA (Fundamental Duties) of the Indian Constitution. It was a comprehensive amendment that significantly altered various parts of the Constitution. | It formally embedded environmental protection as a constitutional mandate for both the State and its citizens, providing a legal and moral framework for environmental governance. It laid the foundation for subsequent environmental legislation and judicial activism in India. |