Environmental Movements — Environmental Cases

Environmental Cases

MC Mehta v. Union of India (Oleum Gas Leak Case)

1987

This landmark judgment established the principle of absolute liability in environmental cases, holding that enterprises engaged in hazardous activities are absolutely liable for…

Vellore Citizens Welfare Forum v. Union of India

1996

This case established the 'polluter pays' and 'precautionary' principles as part of Indian environmental law. The Supreme Court held that these principles are part of the…

T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad v. Union of India

1996

Known as the 'mother of all environmental cases,' this ongoing case has resulted in comprehensive forest protection measures across India. The Supreme Court expanded the…

Narmada Bachao Andolan v. Union of India

2000

This case addressed the environmental and rehabilitation challenges posed by the Sardar Sarovar Project on the Narmada River. While the Supreme Court ultimately allowed the…

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