Wildlife Protection — Environmental Cases

Environmental Cases

T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad vs Union of India (1996)

1996

This landmark judgment by the Supreme Court is often referred to as the 'Forests Case' and has had a profound impact on environmental jurisprudence in India. It expanded the…

Animal Welfare Board of India vs A. Nagaraja and Ors. (2014)

2014

This Supreme Court judgment banned Jallikattu (bull-taming sport), bullock cart races, and similar events, holding them to be inherently cruel and violative of the Prevention of…

Vellore Citizens Welfare Forum vs Union of India (1996)

1996

This case dealt with the severe environmental pollution caused by tanneries in Tamil Nadu. The Supreme Court, in its judgment, explicitly recognized and applied the 'Polluter Pays…

Recent Supreme Court judgments on wildlife corridors and mining in protected areas

Ongoing (e.g., 2020-2023)

The Supreme Court has consistently intervened to protect critical wildlife habitats and corridors. For instance, in cases related to the Nilgiri Elephant Corridor, the Court…

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