Identification of private forests in Goa| ‘No uniform criteria due to distinctive geographical features’; SC holds existing criteria valid
The identification of forests in Goa is based on forest tree composition, canopy density and minimum area.
T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad
‘Constitutional Courts monitor functioning of environmental bodies to protect environment and ecology’; SC lays down Guidelines for effective functioning of authorities
The Supreme Court gave directions to the Central Empowered Committee, entrusted with monitoring and compliance of the orders of the Supreme Court on Environment, to promote transparency and efficiency in its functioning.