Government notifies Minerals Concession (Fourth Amendment) Rules, 2021

While mining plays an important role in the economy of the country, it can have harmful impacts on its environment. In this regard, analyze the Mines and Minerals (Development and Amendment) Act, 1957 in India. (250 Words)

Approach:

• Introduce by giving a brief overview of mining sector in India
• Enumerate the importance of mining for economy and its harmful impacts
• Enumerate key features of MMDR Act
• Enumerate the issues that still remain
• Way forward and Conclusion