Climate of India — Key Cases & Reports

Key Cases & Reports

M.C. Mehta v. Union of India (Taj Trapezium Case)

1987

While not directly about 'climate' in its entirety, this landmark case highlighted the judiciary's role in protecting the environment from pollution, which directly impacts air…

Vellore Citizens' Welfare Forum v. Union of India

1996

This case established the 'Precautionary Principle' and 'Polluter Pays Principle' as integral parts of environmental law in India. It dealt with the pollution caused by tanneries…

Common Cause v. Union of India (Drought Case)

2016

This case directly addressed the government's response to drought, a climate-induced extreme weather event. The Supreme Court issued comprehensive directions to the Union and…

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