Supreme Court mandates public participation in defining Aravalli hills and regulating mining
The Supreme Court has directed an expert committee, to be constituted for defining the Aravalli hills and ranges, to ensure larger public participation through consultations with domain experts and stakeholders. A Bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant emphasized that the committee's mandate would extend beyond mere definition to drawing a roadmap for permissible activities, including the crucial aspect of regulated mining in this ecologically sensitive mountain system. The court's decision underscores the importance of inclusive decision-making and sustainable management for one of the world's oldest mountain ranges.
Key Points
- The Supreme Court has called for greater public participation in the expert committee tasked with defining the Aravalli hills and ranges.
- The committee's role will include developing a roadmap for permissible activities, such as regulated mining, in the Aravalli region.
- The Aravalli range is recognized as one of the oldest and ecologically sensitive mountain systems globally.
- The court's directive highlights the importance of inclusive consultations with experts and stakeholders for environmental governance.
- The decision aims to ensure sustainable management and protection of the Aravalli ecosystem.
Exam Facts
- A Bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant issued the directive.
- Additional Solicitor-General Aishwarya Bhati and amicus curiae K. Parameshwar were involved in submissions.
- The Central Empowered Committee was mentioned in the context of panel nominations.
- The Aravalli hills are described as one of the oldest and ecologically-sensitive mountain systems in the world.
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