Impact on Biodiversity — Legal Precedents

Legal Precedents

T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad vs. Union of India & Ors.

1997 (and ongoing)

This landmark case, often referred to as the 'Forest Case', significantly expanded the scope of forest protection in India. The Supreme Court's directives led to a broad…

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

1987 (and subsequent rulings)

While primarily focused on pollution, the various rulings in the M.C. Mehta series established fundamental principles of environmental law in India, such as the 'polluter pays…