Water Crisis — Environmental Cases

Environmental Cases

State of Karnataka v. State of Tamil Nadu & Ors. (Cauvery Water Disputes)

2018

This landmark judgment by the Supreme Court largely upheld the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal's final award, modifying the allocation of water between the riparian states. It…

Narmada Bachao Andolan v. Union of India

2000

While not directly about water allocation, this case is significant for its impact on large dam projects and the balancing of developmental needs with environmental and human…

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

1987

This landmark case established the 'polluter pays' principle and the concept of 'absolute liability' for environmental damage. The Supreme Court issued extensive directions for…

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