Marine Pollution — Environmental Cases

Environmental Cases

M.C. Mehta v. Union of India (Ganga Pollution Case)

1987

While primarily focused on river pollution, this landmark Supreme Court judgment established the principle of 'polluter pays' and 'absolute liability' for environmental damage.…

Indian Council for Enviro-Legal Action v. Union of India (Bichhri Village Case)

1996

This case further solidified the 'polluter pays' principle and emphasized the state's responsibility to ensure environmental protection. It dealt with severe groundwater and soil…

S. Jagannath v. Union of India (Shrimp Farming Case)

1996

This judgment addressed the environmental damage caused by unregulated shrimp farming in coastal areas. The Supreme Court applied the 'precautionary principle' and 'sustainable…

Vellore Citizens' Welfare Forum v. Union of India

1996

This case further elaborated on the 'precautionary principle' and the 'polluter pays principle' in the context of tanneries polluting groundwater and agricultural land. The…

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