Natural Resources — Policy Changes

Entry	Year	Description	Impact
42nd Amendment Act	1976	This landmark amendment introduced significant changes to the Indian Constitution, including the insertion of specific provisions related to environmental protection. It added Article 48A to the Directive Principles of State Policy and Article 51A(g) as a Fundamental Duty.	The 42nd Amendment formally recognized environmental protection as a constitutional mandate, shifting it from an implicit concern to an explicit responsibility of both the State and its citizens. Article 48A directed the State to protect and improve the environment and safeguard forests and wildlife, guiding future environmental legislation. Article 51A(g) made it a fundamental duty for every citizen to protect and improve the natural environment, fostering a sense of collective responsibility. This amendment laid the groundwork for a more robust legal and policy framework for natural resource management and environmental conservation in India.

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