Energy Conservation — Landmark Judgments

Landmark Judgments

M.C. Mehta vs Union of India

1991

This landmark environmental case established the principle that environmental protection is a fundamental right under Article 21. While not directly about energy conservation, it…

Indian Council for Enviro-Legal Action vs Union of India

1996

This case established the 'polluter pays' principle in Indian environmental law and emphasized the precautionary principle. It has direct relevance to energy conservation as it…