Indian Polity & Governance·Landmark Judgments

Biodiversity Conventions — Landmark Judgments

Updated 9 Mar 2026

Landmark Judgments

N.D. Jayal v. Union of India

2004

This case highlighted the importance of environmental impact assessments (EIAs) for developmental projects, particularly those affecting ecologically sensitive areas. While not…

T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad v. Union of India

1996 onwards (ongoing)

This landmark and ongoing case, often referred to as the 'Forest Case', has had a profound impact on forest conservation in India. The Supreme Court's directives have led to…