How does stubble-burning violate the right to live in a pollution-free environment according to the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has made a statement regarding the impact of stubble-burning on the right to live in a pollution-free environment.
- Stubble-burning releases harmful pollutants such as particulate matter, carbon monoxide, and nitrogen oxide into the air.
- This leads to a significant increase in air pollution levels, impacting the quality of air and making it hazardous to human health.
- Poor air quality due to stubble-burning affects the right of individuals to live in a pollution-free environment as guaranteed by Article 21 of the Constitution, which includes the right to a clean and healthy environment.
- The Supreme Court has recognized stubble-burning as a major contributor to air pollution and emphasized the need to take urgent measures to address this issue in order to safeguard the right to live in a pollution-free environment.
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