Directive Principles — Mains Questions

Analyze how judicial activism has transformed environmental Directive Principles from non-justiciable guidelines to enforceable constitutional mandates. Discuss with relevant case laws.

Examine the role of the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments in operationalizing environmental Directive Principles at the grassroots level. How effective has this decentralization been?

Critically evaluate the constitutional framework for environmental protection in India. How does it balance development needs with environmental conservation?