When Land Looks Like a Forest: A Landmark Supreme Court Judgment Explained

Описание: This PDF presents a clear, structured, and visual explanation of a landmark judgment of the Supreme Court of India that answers a critical legal question:

If land looks and functions like a forest, is it legally a forest—even without official notification?

Based on the case State of Uttar Pradesh v. Jyoti Bhushan Mishra & Anr. (Civil Appeal No. 2771 of 2012), this document explains how the Supreme Court applied the Godavarman principle to uphold environmental protection over procedural technicalities.
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🔍 What this PDF covers:

Background of the land dispute involving forest exchange and private sale

Difference between “notified forest” and “de facto forest”

Errors in the High Court’s approach and why the Supreme Court intervened

Application of T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad v. Union of India (1997)

Why substance prevails over form in environmental law

Final clarification issued by the Supreme Court and its consequences

🌱 Why this judgment matters:

Protects forests even if they are not formally notified

Prevents misuse of legal loopholes to exploit forest land

Strengthens environmental jurisprudence in India

Essential reading for understanding forest conservation law

👩‍⚖️ Ideal for:

Law students & judiciary aspirants

Advocates & legal researchers

Government officials (Forest, Revenue, Environment Departments)

Environmental activists & policy analysts

Educators and informed citizens

📌 Purpose: Educational & public awareness only
📄 Format: Well-designed, reader-friendly PDF
⚖️ Jurisdiction: India (Supreme Court)

This is not just a judgment summary—it is a legal lesson on how environmental protection is enforced in practice.
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