Indian Economy·Key Judgments

Urbanization Process — Key Judgments

Updated 7 Mar 2026

Key Judgments

Olga Tellis & Ors. vs. Bombay Municipal Corporation & Ors.

1985

This landmark judgment by the Supreme Court of India established the 'right to livelihood' as an integral part of the 'right to life' under Article 21 of the Constitution. The…

M.C. Mehta vs. Union of India (Taj Trapezium Case)

1996

While not directly about urbanization, this case set a precedent for environmental protection in urban and peri-urban areas. The Supreme Court addressed the issue of air pollution…