An Overview of Environmental Protection under Indian Legal Framework

Abstract

Environmental protection, restoration, and improvement have recently emerged as global and Indian top priorities.  All aspects of the natural world, whether physical, biological, or ecological, are included by the term "environment." Environmental laws are a cornerstone of every regulatory body. It is comprised of many regulations and statutes that deal with environmental concerns, including water and air quality.   Environmental legal ideas influence Indian environmental law, which primarily focuses on the management of certain natural resources including forests, minerals, and fisheries. As a whole, India's environmental crisis has several causes in the realms of society, economy, institutions, and technology. One cannot exaggerate the importance of the court in protecting personal liberties and democratic life. The Indian legal system is highly developed, with the power to order complete administration of justice in any case or matter granted to the Supreme Court by the Constitution, which also directs all civil and judicial organizations functioning inside Indian territory to assist the Supreme Court. The separation of powers between the executive and judicial branches ensures that justice is administered impartially, and the High Courts' Writ Jurisdiction extends beyond what is commonly thought. This article examines India's environmental law framework's strengths and limitations, stressing the contradiction between environmental sustainability and economic development.   The framework has a solid legal base, but its enforcement and policy direction require quick change to ensure ecological security and justice for future generations.