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Question

Which Constitutional Amendment Act relates to the protection and improvement of environment and safeguarding of forests and wildlife ?

  1. 1972
  2. 1974
  3. 1976
  4. 1978

Answer:

Option A: 1972

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “1972”.

The 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976 added Article 48A and Article 51A(g) to the Indian Constitution.

Article 48A: Directs the state to protect and improve the environment and to safeguard forests and wildlife.

Article 51A(g): Imposes a fundamental duty on citizens to protect the environment.