Kerala HC to hear suo motu proceedings on July 2024 landslide in Wayanad
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Why in news
The Kerala High Court initiated suo motu proceedings to examine the causes and regulatory failures leading to the July 2024 Wayanad landslides.
Background
The Kerala High Court took suo motu cognizance in August 2024 following litigation on quarrying and construction. The court has scheduled a hearing for July 10, 2026, to review the state's developmental policies.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceWayanad: A district in the Western Ghats of Kerala prone to landslides.
- BodyKerala High Court: The judicial body overseeing the suo motu proceedings.
- FactThe court hearing is scheduled for July 10, 2026.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the conflict between developmental activities and ecological preservation in the Western Ghats, highlighting the need for a robust environmental impact assessment framework.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Regulatory oversight gap: Inadequate monitoring of quarrying and construction activities in ecologically sensitive zones.
- Policy-implementation friction: Delay in formulating comprehensive state policies despite judicial directives on biodiversity.
- Ecological vulnerability: High risk of landslides due to land-use changes in the Western Ghats' fragile terrain.
Keywords: Suo motu · Ecologically Sensitive Zones · Environmental Impact Assessment · Sustainable Development · Judicial Activism
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