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Smog and Acid Rain — Legal Precedents
Updated 9 Mar 2026
Legal Precedents
M.C. Mehta v. Union of India (Taj Trapezium Case)
1996This landmark judgment by the Supreme Court of India addressed the severe air pollution affecting the Taj Mahal and other monuments in the Taj Trapezium Zone (TTZ). The court…
Vellore Citizens' Welfare Forum v. Union of India
1996While primarily focused on water pollution from tanneries, this judgment significantly elaborated on the principles of 'sustainable development,' 'polluter pays,' and…