In India, environmental protection and conservation are primarily governed by several laws and regulations. One of the key laws that deals with environmental protection and conservation is the "Environment (Protection) Act, 1986." This law empowers the central government to take measures to protect and improve the environment and to set standards and regulations for environmental protection in various sectors. The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, provides the legal framework for addressing various environmental issues, including air and water quality, hazardous waste management, and the conservation of natural resources. Under this law, the central government has the authority to issue notifications and regulations to address specific environmental concerns and regulate various activities that may have an impact on the environment. Additionally, other laws and regulations complement the Environment (Protection) Act to address specific aspects of environmental protection, such as the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981. These laws deal with issues related to water and air pollution, respectively. India has also ratified international agreements and conventions related to environmental protection, and these agreements influence the development of domestic environmental laws and policies.