Environmental Geography — Landmark Judgments

Landmark Judgments

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

1987

This landmark case highlighted the Supreme Court's proactive role in environmental protection. The Court issued directions to close down or relocate polluting tanneries near the…

Vellore Citizens' Welfare Forum v. Union of India

1996

This case dealt with severe pollution caused by tanneries in Tamil Nadu. The Supreme Court explicitly recognized and incorporated the 'Precautionary Principle' and the 'Polluter…

Subhash Kumar v. State of Bihar

1991

In this case, the Supreme Court declared that the right to a wholesome environment is a part of the right to life under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution. The petitioner…