Environmental clearance in ecologically sensitive areas is not merely a technical or administrative exercise; it involves navigating competing ethical principles such as development, sustainability, and justice. It gives rise to dilemmas where any decision entails trade-offs between economic growth, environmental protection, and the rights of affected communities.
These dilemmas highlight that environmental clearance is not just a technical process but a deeply ethical one, requiring a balance between developmental aspirations, ecological sustainability, and social justice.
Q1. Environmental clearance in ecologically sensitive areas involves complex ethical dilemmas. Discuss.
(150 words, 10 marks)
Q2. Development projects in fragile ecosystems require balancing economic growth, environmental conservation and social justice. Examine.
(250 words, 15 marks)
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