Geo-Eye

Abstract

The environment is a crucial and fundamental component for all life on earth. Article 21 of the Indian Constitution recognizes the right to live in a pollution-free environment and as a result, numerous laws have been passed with the aim of ensuring that everyone has access to a clean and healthy environment. Judiciary has played a major role in the formation and protection of various environmental policies. The question of whether the right to a clean and healthy environment (part of Article 21) was examined in the case of Subhash Kumar v. State of Bihar (1991 AIR 420) in which it was held that this right is part of Article 21. All life on earth depends on air, water, and land as essential components. It is believed that a healthy atmosphere promotes good health. Therefore, The United Nations declares that everyone has the right to a clean and healthy environment. According to the World bank-2022 report, India placed 168 out of 180 in the environment performance index, which is measured on multiple indicators such as environment, health, climate, air pollution, and sanitation. The development of any country is dependent on the country's utilization of resources in a sustainable manner. We require a pollution-free environment to live a good life. Only fresh air to breathe, pure water to drink, and other fundamental necessities will keep a person healthy. Individuals and groups have not only the right but also the obligation to conserve and improve the environment. This research paper attempts to analyze the problems with respect to clean and healthy environment and its impact on human health.