environment hard MCQ

In which landmark case did the Supreme Court of India introduce the concept of 'Absolute Liability' for hazardous industries?

  1. M.C. Mehta vs Union of India (Oleum Gas Leak Case)
  2. Vellore Citizens Welfare Forum vs Union of India
  3. T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad vs Union of India
  4. Indian Council for Enviro-Legal Action vs Union of India

Answer: M.C. Mehta vs Union of India (Oleum Gas Leak Case)

In the 1987 Oleum Gas Leak case, the Supreme Court held that enterprises engaged in hazardous activities have absolute liability for any harm caused, without exceptions.

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