Indian History·Landmark Events

Types of Disasters — Landmark Events

Updated 5 Mar 2026

Landmark Events

M.C. Mehta vs Union of India (Bhopal Gas Tragedy Case)

1987

This landmark judgment established the principle of absolute liability for hazardous industries and strengthened environmental jurisprudence in India. The Supreme Court held that…

State of Himachal Pradesh vs Ganesh Wood Products

1995

This judgment addressed forest-related disasters and environmental degradation in ecologically sensitive areas. The Court emphasized the precautionary principle and sustainable…