Environmental Treaties — Landmark Judgments

Landmark Judgments

M.C. Mehta v. Union of India (Taj Trapezium Case)

1997

The Supreme Court recognized India's international environmental commitments and linked them to constitutional obligations under Articles 48A and 51A(g). The Court emphasized that…

Vellore Citizens Welfare Forum v. Union of India

1996

The Supreme Court explicitly incorporated international environmental principles including the precautionary principle and polluter pays principle into Indian environmental law.…

Indian Council for Enviro-Legal Action v. Union of India

1996

The Court emphasized that India's participation in international environmental treaties creates obligations that must be fulfilled through effective domestic implementation. The…