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Natural vs Enhanced Greenhouse Effect — Environmental Cases
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Environmental Cases
Vellore Citizens' Welfare Forum v. Union of India
1996This landmark judgment by the Supreme Court of India is pivotal for establishing the 'Polluter Pays Principle' and the 'Precautionary Principle' as integral parts of environmental…
M.C. Mehta v. Union of India (Taj Trapezium Case)
1996This case highlighted the Supreme Court's proactive role in environmental protection, ordering industries in the vicinity of the Taj Mahal to either switch to cleaner fuels…
Subhash Kumar v. State of Bihar
1991In this landmark case, the Supreme Court of India declared the 'right to a wholesome environment' as an integral part of the fundamental 'Right to Life' under Article 21 of the…