SC bars Centre from granting retrospective green clearances

The Supreme Court has affirmed that the right to a pollution-free environment is a fundamental right, invalidating a central government memorandum that permitted retrospective environmental clearances for projects violating established norms. The court strongly criticized the government's attempt to circumvent the law, emphasizing the constitutional obligation to protect the environment.
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