Levels of Biodiversity — Landmark Judgments

Landmark Judgments

T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad vs. Union of India

1996

This landmark judgment by the Supreme Court of India significantly expanded the scope of forest conservation and protection across the country. It mandated a broad interpretation…

Narmada Bachao Andolan vs. Union of India

2000

This case involved a protracted legal battle concerning the construction of the Sardar Sarovar Dam on the Narmada River. While the Supreme Court eventually allowed the dam's…