The National Environment Policy (NEP), 2006 is a comprehensive policy framework formulated by the Government of India to ensure the conservation of environmental resources while promoting sustainable economic and social development. It was approved on 18 May 2006 and serves as an umbrella policy that integrates environmental concerns into all sectors of development. The policy recognizes that environmental protection and economic growth are not contradictory but complementary. It seeks to balance ecological sustainability with the developmental aspirations of a rapidly growing nation. The policy is based on the constitutional provisions of Articles 48A and 51A(g), which emphasize the duty of the State and citizens to protect and improve the environment. It also draws upon the principles established in international environmental agreements, including the Stockholm Declaration (1972), the Rio Declaration (1992), and Agenda 21. The policy acknowledges that environmental degradation disproportionately affects the poor, making environmental conservation essential for achieving social justice and sustainable livelihoods. One of the fundamental objectives of the National Environment Policy is the conservation of critical environmental resources such as forests, wetlands, biodiversity, rivers, mountains, coastal ecosystems, and wildlife habitats. The policy emphasizes the need to protect ecosystems that provide essential ecological services, including water regulation, soil conservation, climate regulation, and nutrient cycling. It encourages scientific management and restoration of degraded ecosystems. The policy aims to ensure equitable access to environmental resources for