Conservation Methods — Key Judgments

Key Judgments

M.C. Mehta v. Union of India (Taj Mahal Case)

1997

This landmark judgment established the Taj Trapezium Zone, mandating the closure of polluting industries within a 10,400 square kilometer area around the Taj Mahal. The Supreme…

Archaeological Survey of India v. Champat Rai

2019

This case clarified ASI's authority over archaeological sites and the extent of protection afforded to monuments under the Ancient Monuments Act. The judgment reinforced that…