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Environmental Cases
M.C. Mehta v. Union of India (Ganga Pollution Case)
1987This landmark judgment by the Supreme Court of India established the 'polluter pays' principle and the concept of absolute liability for industries causing environmental damage.…
Vellore Citizens' Welfare Forum v. Union of India
1996This case further elaborated on the 'polluter pays' principle and introduced the 'precautionary principle' and 'sustainable development' as integral parts of Indian environmental…