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Natural vs Enhanced Greenhouse Effect — Environmental Cases

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Environmental Cases

Vellore Citizens' Welfare Forum v. Union of India

1996

This landmark judgment by the Supreme Court of India is pivotal for establishing the 'Polluter Pays Principle' and the 'Precautionary Principle' as integral parts of environmental…

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

1996

This case highlighted the Supreme Court's proactive role in environmental protection, ordering industries in the vicinity of the Taj Mahal to either switch to cleaner fuels…

Subhash Kumar v. State of Bihar

1991

In this landmark case, the Supreme Court of India declared the 'right to a wholesome environment' as an integral part of the fundamental 'Right to Life' under Article 21 of the…

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