Economic Growth and Development — Legal Precedents

Legal Precedents

Olga Tellis & Ors. vs. Bombay Municipal Corporation & Ors.

1985

This landmark judgment by the Supreme Court recognized the 'Right to Livelihood' as an integral part of the 'Right to Life' under Article 21 of the Constitution. While not…

M.C. Mehta vs. Union of India (Ganga Pollution Case)

1987

This case, among others filed by M.C. Mehta, established the 'Polluter Pays Principle' and the concept of 'Absolute Liability' for environmental damage. It underscored that…