India’s commitment to the preservation of the environment is enshrined in Article 48-A of the constitution. Over the years, India has taken steps both at national and sub-national levels to balance environmental sustainability with economic growth. Initiatives such as the Namami Gange Mission, plastic waste management, National Clean Air Programme are a few examples of these. As a populous, tropical developing country, India faces a bigger challenge in coping with the consequences of climate change than most other countries. Climate Change is a global phenomenon but with local consequences. Read More