Major Decisions by Supreme Court of India on Environmental Protection

In recent years, the Supreme Court of India has made several landmark decisions regarding environmental protection. Some of the major decisions include:

1. Ban on Firecrackers: The Supreme Court imposed a ban on the sale of firecrackers during Diwali in order to curb air pollution.
2. Delhi Air Pollution: The court ordered strict measures to tackle the air pollution crisis in Delhi, such as a ban on construction activities and implementation of the odd-even car rationing scheme.
3. Interlinking of Rivers: The Supreme Court directed the government to expedite the interlinking of rivers project to address water scarcity issues in the country.
4. NGT Establishment: The court played a key role in the establishment of the National Green Tribunal (NGT), a specialized environmental court, to handle environmental cases more efficiently.
5. Forest Protection: The Supreme Court has passed various orders to protect forests and wildlife, including banning mining activities in sensitive areas and monitoring the implementation of forest conservation laws.

These decisions by the Supreme Court of India highlight its commitment to upholding environmental protection laws and promoting sustainable development in the country.