CITES — Legal Precedents

Legal Precedents

T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad vs Union of India

1996-ongoing

This continuing mandamus case has significantly impacted wildlife protection and CITES implementation in India. The Supreme Court's various orders have strengthened forest and…

Animal Welfare Board of India vs A. Nagaraja

2014

While primarily about animal welfare, this judgment touched upon wildlife trade regulations and the need for scientific assessment in wildlife-related activities. The court's…