Supreme Court has a duty to protect environment, future generations: CJI Surya Kant

CJI Surya Kant urges courts to assess cumulative harm in climate disputes

Speaking at the two-day National Green Tribunal International Conference, the CJI said that aspects of the environment cannot be limited to geographical spaces

CJI Surya Kant moves Supreme Court toward 'eco-centric proportionality' in environmental litigation

Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has signaled a shift in the apex court's approach to environmental litigation, moving from a binary choice between conservation and development toward a framework of "eco-centric proportionality." Speaking at an international conference organised by the National Green Tribunal (NGT) in New Delhi, the CJI clarified that development is permissible provided it is tied to enforceable conditions, expert oversig…

“From the Dawn of Civilisation, India Has Held Eternal Reverence for Mother Nature

Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant said environmental protection is deeply embedded in India's constitutional framework and judicial jurisprudence, with the Supreme Court evolving principles to balance development with ecological sustainability. He highlighted the recognition of the right to a healthy environment under Article 21 and principles including the precautionary principle, po…

Supreme Court has a duty to protect environment, future generations: CJI Surya Kant

Chief Justice Surya Kant emphasized India's deep heritage of nature reverence. The Constitution mandates environmental protection for citizens and the state. Judicial wisdom translates constitutional provisions into meaningful protections. The Supreme Court champions environmental justice and sustainable development principles. Safeguarding nature is linked to self-preservation and life's continuity.

CJI Surya Kant calls Supreme Court 'banyan tree' of environmental justice - OrissaPOST

New Delhi: The question before Indian courts is no longer conservation versus development but how the two can be harmonised and sustained together, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said Saturday and described the apex court as the banyan tree of environmental justice. Tracing four decades of the Supreme Court’s environmental jurisprudence, the CJI said […]

Environmental issues have no geographical limitations: CJI Surya Kant

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Saturday welcomed the National Green Tribunal’s international conference on “The Future of Environment and Climate Dynamics”, saying such forums provide an opportunity for stakeholders and experts to exchange ideas and share best practices on tackling environmental challenges across jurisdictions.