Citation: (1987) 1 SCC 395 · Court: Supreme Court of India · Year: 1986
Case title
M.C. Mehta v. Union of India (Oleum Gas)
Facts
Industrial gas leak litigation; absolute liability for hazardous industry.
Judgment / holding
Absolute liability principle for hazardous enterprises; continuing mandamus in environmental PILs.
Takeaway for the education desk
For desk readers: name the court (Supreme Court), the year (1986), the natures (environment, constitutional), and separate alleged facts from the holding. Confirm the operative reportable judgment before relying on any classroom summary.
Educational note only. Not legal advice. Not an official certified copy. Confirm the operative judgment before relying on this summary.