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Polymers — Key Discoveries
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Almitra H. Patel & Anr. vs. Union of India & Ors.
1996This landmark case in the Supreme Court of India highlighted the critical issue of municipal solid waste management, including plastic waste. While not directly about polymer…
Vardhaman Kaushik vs. Union of India & Ors.
2015-2016This case before the National Green Tribunal (NGT) specifically addressed the issue of plastic waste and its environmental impact, particularly in Delhi. The NGT issued directives…