Sustainable Development — Landmark Judgments

Landmark Judgments

Vellore Citizens' Welfare Forum v. Union of India

1996

This landmark judgment by the Supreme Court of India recognized and incorporated the 'Polluter Pays Principle' and the 'Precautionary Principle' into Indian environmental…

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

1987

This case highlighted the Supreme Court's proactive role in environmental protection. The court issued extensive directions to prevent pollution of the River Ganga by industries…

Narmada Bachao Andolan v. Union of India

2000

While primarily dealing with the Sardar Sarovar Dam project and the displacement of people, this case brought to the forefront the complex interplay between development projects,…