(1) The Government of Nepal may formulate and implement an environment protection plan with a view to maintaining a clean and healthy environment, and conserving and promoting the same.
(2) The Provincial Government and Local Level may, subject to the plan referred to in sub-section (1), make and implement necessary plans for environmental protection.
(3) In formulating the plans referred to in sub-sections (1) and (2), traditional and local practices on the protection, conservation, sustainable use of the environment and equitable distribution of fruits received from the use of environmental resources shall be included in the plans.
(4) The plan referred to in sub-section (1) shall include such other matters as prescribed.