Vanashakti vs Union Of India

The Supreme Court examined the constitutional obligations of citizens under Article 51A(g) to protect the environment, emphasizing that the right to a pollution-free environment is integral to the fundamental right under Article 21. The Court highlighted the importance of environmental protection as a fundamental duty introduced by the 42nd Amendment. It reaffirmed that environmental rights are part of the constitutional rights and that citizens and the state have responsibilities to preserve natural resources. The judgment underscores the evolving recognition of environmental rights within constitutional jurisprudence.