In this book the problems of environmental degradation are addressed and emphasis on the need of legal instrument to protect the same has been attempted to. The important judicial pronouncements have also been added. Important constitutional provisions relating to protection and improvement of the environment have been discussed in detail and the various aspects of environment have been narrated at length.Contents:– Environment and Pollution; International Environmental Law; Fundamental Principles of Environmental Protection; Constitutional Perspective; Prevention and Control of Water and Air Pollution including Noise; Environment (Protection) Act, 1986; The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010; Handling of Hazardous Substances – Legal Controls; Protection and Conservation of Forests, Biodiversity and Wildlife; Laws for Social Equity and Justice