IMPORTANCE AND CHALLENGES OF CONSERVATION AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT

Abstract: Environment protection is essential for long-term sustainable growth and development in all aspects of life. The ultimate goal of sustainable development is to achieve a balance between the environmental, economic, and socio-political parameters without jeopardizing the quality of life and environment. Sustainable development is constantly pushing us to increase and conserve our resource use through cutting-edge technologies. Every country must meet the fundamental needs for employment, food, energy, water, and sanitary facilities. Everyone has the right to live in a safe and healthy environment. This can be accomplished quickly by reducing pollution, poverty, and unemployment. To legitimize sustainability across all industries, India has passed legislation like the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010. However, the seriousness and efficacy of these laws in terms of the country's environmental standards are being called into question due to a lack of implementation. The importance and challenges of environmental sustainability are discussed in the current chapter. Along with this, India’s environmental regulation is also emphasized