Abstract
This Case Comment reflects on the contributions of the judiciary to forest governance and management through the use of continuous mandamus in the landmark case T.N. Godavarman v UoI. It offers insights into these contributions, particularly an expansion of the understanding of ‘forests’, by examining the latest judicial decision in the Godavarman series, which was on the protection of sacred groves in Rajasthan. The expansion of the definition of ‘forests’ to include sacred groves can help accord the protection and ensure the preservation of these small forest lands with rich biodiversity and religious and cultural significance.
Recommended Citation
D. Naik, Gayathri
(2025)
"In Re: T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad v UoI [2024] INSC 997,"
Journal of Law and Public Policy: Vol. 9:
Iss.
1, Article 8.
Available at:
https://repository.nls.ac.in/jlpp/vol9/iss1/8