Right against Climate Change - A Fundamental Right

Right against Climate Change - A Fundamental Right UPSC Mains General Studies Paper 3 : Current Affairs in Focus

On 5th April, 2024, the Supreme Court (SC) of India, in a case, for the first time, recognised the right against the adverse impacts of climate change, saying it is intertwined with the right to life and equality that are embedded in the Indian Constitution.

Brief Description of the Case

  • The judgment delivered by a three-judge Bench of Chief Justice of India was hearing a plea to protect the Great Indian Bustard (GIB) from losing its habitat due to power transmission lines.
  • On April 19, ....

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