Question

Under the Constitution of India 'Right to Pollution Free Environment' has emerged as a fundamental right from the right to-

• A. Life and personal liberty under Article 21
• B. Freedom of movement under Article 19
• C. Conserve culture under Article 29
• D. Equality under Article 14

Hint:

The right to a pollution-free environment is derived from the right to life and personal liberty under Article 21.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The "Right to Pollution Free Environment" has been recognized as a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution, which guarantees the "Right to Life and Personal Liberty." The Supreme Court has interpreted this as the right to live in a pollution-free environment, as pollution directly affects the right to life.
- Option (B) Freedom of movement under Article 19: Incorrect. While this is a fundamental right, it does not relate to environmental protection.
- Option (C) Conserve culture under Article 29: Incorrect. This right pertains to cultural preservation, not environmental protection.
- Option (D) Equality under Article 14: Incorrect. Equality does not specifically address environmental concerns as the right to a pollution-free environment does.