Supreme Court Questions Govt on Nuclear Accident Compensation Cap of ₹3,000 Crore
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Why in news
The Supreme Court questioned the constitutionality of a proposed cap on nuclear accident compensation and potential conflicts of interest in the Atomic Energy Regulatory Body (AERB).
Background
The Supreme Court is reviewing a plea regarding the SHANTI Act (2025), which proposes a ₹3,000 crore liability cap for nuclear operators. The court is also examining the appointment process of members to the Atomic Energy Regulatory Body (AERB).
Facts for Prelims
- BodyAERB: Atomic Energy Regulatory Body is the statutory body responsible for regulating safety and radiation protection in India's nuclear power sector.
- FactThe proposed liability cap under the SHANTI Act is ₹3,000 crore.
- PostChief Justice Surya Kant presided over the bench hearing the plea regarding nuclear accident compensation.
For Mains
Q. Critically examine the balance between industrial liability caps and the protection of fundamental rights in the context of nuclear safety regulations in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Constitutional validity of liability caps
- Public safety vs. industrial feasibility
- Transparency in regulatory body appointments
Keywords: Liability Cap · Fundamental Rights · Regulatory Oversight · Nuclear Safety · Judicial Review
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