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How does the Fundamental Duty enshrined under Article 51A(g) of the Indian Constitution apply to the fragile Himalayan ecology of Himachal Pradesh regarding forests and wildlife?
A. It makes forest conservation a legally enforceable civil right for all citizens.
B. It imposes a duty on every citizen to protect and improve the natural environment including forests and lakes.✓ Correct Answer
C. It empowers the Governor to declare any hill tract as a reserved national park without legislative consent.
D. It restricts the state government from undertaking infrastructure development in forested zones.
💡 Solution & Explanation
Article 51A(g) explicitly outlines the fundamental duty of every citizen to protect and improve the natural environment, which holds immense significance for preserving Himachal Pradesh's dense pine forests and wildlife sanctuaries. Fundamental duties are non-justiciable in nature, making the first option incorrect, while the other options misstate executive powers and statutory prohibitions. Environmental education in Himachal schools reinforces this constitutional obligation. Sustainable tourism initiatives in the state draw inspiration from this ecological duty.
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