Which of the following is are included in the Directive Principles of State Policy 1 Protectio...........

Indian Polity Directive Principles

Which of the following is/are included in the Directive Principles of State Policy?

1. Protection and improvement of the natural environment and safeguarding the forest and wildlife

2. Organization of agriculture and animal husbandry on modern and scientific lines

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both correct

none of these

1 only

2 only

Directive Principles are fundamental in the governance of the country. Article 48 A says that State shall endeavor to protect and improve the natural environment and to safeguard the forest and wildlife.
It was inserted by the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976. Since State is the custodian of the natural resources, it has the duty to maintain them not merely for the benefit of public trust, but for the best interest of flora and fauna, wildlife and so on.
Article 48 deals with oraganisation of agriculture and animal husbandry including steps for preserving and improving the breeds, prohibition of cow slaughter etc.