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CITES — Environmental Cases
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Environmental Cases
T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad vs Union of India
1996-ongoingThis continuing mandamus case has significantly impacted wildlife protection and CITES implementation in India. The Supreme Court's various orders have strengthened forest and…
Animal Welfare Board of India vs A. Nagaraja
2014While primarily about animal welfare, this judgment touched upon wildlife trade regulations and the need for scientific assessment in wildlife-related activities. The court's…