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Community Resilience — Key Cases & Reports
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Key Cases & Reports
M.C. Mehta v. Union of India (Oleum Gas Leak Case)
1986While not directly about community resilience, this landmark judgment established the principle of 'absolute liability' for industries engaged in hazardous activities. It mandated…
T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad v. Union of India (Forest Conservation Case)
1997 onwardsThis series of judgments significantly expanded the scope of forest protection and conservation. By safeguarding forests, the Supreme Court indirectly contributed to environmental…
Common Cause v. Union of India (Disaster Management Guidelines)
2001This case, though preceding the DM Act 2005, highlighted the need for a comprehensive disaster management policy and framework in India. The Supreme Court issued directives to the…