B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 10 Environmental Law 2026 Jan Question Paper - KSLU

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UNIT - I

1. Q1 (a) "To live in harmony with nature is a main purpose of social life." - Explain.
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2. Q1 OR Describe the general guiding principles to be observed by all human beings in their daily life for protection of environment.
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3. Q1 (b) Write a note on man made causes for environmental pollution and degradation.
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4. Q1 OR Write a note on Environmental Jurisprudence.
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UNIT - II

1. Q2 (a) Elucidate the significance of 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976 to protect and improve the environment.
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2. Q2 OR The Indian Constitution prescribes the Fundamental Duty to protect and improve the natural environment - Describe.
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3. Q2 (b) Write a note on how Directive Principles of State Policy helps in protecting environment.
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4. Q2 OR Precautionary principle deals with the burden of proof in environmental cases - Explain.
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UNIT - III

1. Q3 (a) Corporate social responsibility is the part of the principle of "Sustainable Development" - Describe.
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2. Q3 OR Explain the significance of Rio-summit and Agenda 21 ?
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3. Q3 (b) Write a note on Bhopal gas disaster case.
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4. Q3 OR Briefly explain the Magna Carta on Human environment.
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UNIT - IV

1. Q4 (a) Elucidate the cases under which hunting of wild animals is permitted under the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.
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2. Q4 OR Explain the constitution, powers and functions of State Pollution Control Board under the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981.
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3. Q4 (b) Write a note on constitution of Steering Committee under the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.
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4. Q4 OR Briefly explain the constitution and functions of State Air Laboratory.
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UNIT - V

1. Q5 (a) Explain the procedure prescribed in Bio-medical Waste (Management and Handling Rules), 1998 for safe disposal of bio-medical waste.
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2. Q5 OR Describe the general powers of the Central Government to take measures to protect and improve environment under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
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3. Q5 (b) Write a note on the classification of Costal Regulation Zone (CRZ).
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4. Q5 OR "Prevention is better than cure" - Explain the concept of environmental impact assessment.
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