Question
Legal Studies Question on Constitutional Laws
In which of the following cases did the Supreme Court of India identify both Precautionary and Polluter Pays principles as essential features of sustainable development?
A
Indian Council for Enviro-legal Action & Ors. v. Union of India & Ors. (1996)
B
Vellore Citizen’s Welfare Forum v. Union of India (1996)
C
M.C. Mehta v. Kamal Nath & Ors. (1997)
D
Narmada Bachao Andolan v. Union of India & Ors.(2000)
Answer
Vellore Citizen’s Welfare Forum v. Union of India (1996)
Explanation
Solution
The correct answer is option (B):Vellore Citizen’s Welfare Forum v. Union of India (1996).