Understands the history and evolution of environmental legislation in India

Lists key legislations, regulatory frameworks, administrative bodies, and constitutional provisions pertaining to environmental protection and conservation in India

Aware of salient features of the Environment Protection Act (EPA), 1986, along with its objective and purpose

Demonstrates knowledge and underlying intent of Article 51(A) in the Indian constitution

Identifies sector-specific environmental legislation in India (water, air, forests and wildlife, hazardous wastes, etc.)

Defines the overarching nature of EPA 1986, specifically its role in the coordination of central and state authorities across environment related sectors

Maintains updated information on multilateral environment agreements and other international agreements India is signatory to

Determines best practices across sector-specific environmental legislations in India (water, air, forests and wildlife, hazardous wastes, etc.)

Interprets and applies EPA 1986 to contemporary issues and challenges related to the environmental protection and conservation in India

Monitors application of international standards for the protection and conservation of environment in India

Reviews sector-specific environmental legislations through research and public consultations with key stakeholders

Assesses applicability and compliance to EPA 1986 across sectors

Aligns international standards to national priorities, with a focus on sustainable development goals

Contributes technical expertise to sector-specific environmental legislations in the policy formulation and public consultation stages

Advocates for EPA 1986 to ensure safe standards are practiced and its objective of improving the environment quality is promoted