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Hydroelectric Power — Key Cases & Reports
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Key Cases & Reports
Narmada Bachao Andolan vs Union of India
2000This landmark Supreme Court judgment addressed the balance between development and environmental protection in large hydroelectric projects. The court upheld the construction of…
T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad vs Union of India
1997-ongoingThis continuing case has shaped environmental clearance requirements for hydroelectric projects in forest areas. The Supreme Court established that all forest land diversions…