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7.5 WILDLIFE (ELEPHANT, LEOPARD, ETC) DEATHS DUE TO COLLISION WITH TRAINS

Such accidents pose a grave danger to wildlife, and to the conservation of our national biodiversity.


Article 48A (DPSP) of the Indian Constitution, it is stated that the State shall endeavor to protect and improve the environment and to safeguard the forests and wild life of the country.

Article 51A (Fundamental Duties) to protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers and wild life and to have compassion for living creatures

It is the duty of every citizen to preserve, protect and nourish our wildlife heritage, particularly since these animals are helpless in facing the challenge of biotic pressure.


 

What has to be done?