Q. “The state shall endeavor to protect and improve the environment and to safeguard forest and wildlife of the country” is describes which of the following article of Indian constitution?
Answer: C
Notes:
The provisions for environmental protection in the constitution were made within four years of Stockholm Conference, in 1976, though the 42nd amendment as follows:
- Article-48-A of the constitution provides: “The state shall endeavour to protect and improve the environment and to safeguard forest and wildlife of the country.”
- Article 51-A (g) Provides: It shall be duty of every citizen of India to protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers and wildlife and to have compassion for living creatures.”
Source: Shankar
