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11 August 2026

Supreme Court committee on Aravali hill range

The Supreme Court's intervention regarding the ecological delineation of the Aravali range is a significant judicial development concerning natural resource management and the role of civil society in environmental governance.

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Notes

  • The Supreme Court has appointed a high-powered committee to conduct an independent review of the Centre’s report on the definition and delineation of the Aravali hill range.
  • The committee’s mandate includes addressing critical ambiguities in the Centre's findings and examining the overall ecology of the region and its socio-economic impact.
  • The scope of the committee's assessment covers hill regions across Delhi, Haryana, and Rajasthan.
  • The committee is required to submit its final report by August 31.
  • Civil society groups and social welfare organizations have raised concerns regarding the inclusivity and transparency of the committee's public hearing process.
  • Key criticisms include the limited time allocated for public consultation, inadequate outreach to rural communities, and the influence of industrial lobbies during hearings.

Part of a longer story

This is day 2 of 4 in Aravali Hill Range Conservation and Delineation, which has been running since 23 July 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. The delineation of ecologically sensitive zones like the Aravali range is essential for sustainable development. Discuss the role of judicial intervention in environmental governance and the challenges in ensuring inclusive public participation in such processes. 150 words
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  2. The conflict between industrial development and ecological conservation often necessitates complex administrative and judicial oversight. In the context of the Aravali hill range, examine the importance of scientific delineation of geographical features and the necessity of balancing socio-economic interests with environmental protection under the framework of sustainable development. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. The Supreme Court-appointed committee for the Aravali hill range has been tasked with which of the following primary objectives?

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