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Sewage Treatment — Environmental Cases
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Environmental Cases
M.C. Mehta vs Union of India (Ganga Pollution Case)
1988This landmark judgment established the principle that the right to clean environment is a fundamental right under Article 21. The Supreme Court directed the closure of polluting…
Vellore Citizens Welfare Forum vs Union of India
1996The Supreme Court established the 'Polluter Pays' principle and 'Precautionary Principle' in environmental law. The judgment mandated that tanneries in Tamil Nadu must install…
Hinch Lal Tiwari vs Kamala Devi (Yamuna Pollution Case)
2001The Supreme Court directed Delhi government to ensure proper sewage treatment before discharge into Yamuna river. The judgment emphasized that sewage treatment is essential for…