In Brief
In this environmental public interest litigation, the Supreme Court addressed the problem of stubble burning in agricultural states and its impact on air quality and public health. The Court found that concerned states had not made serious efforts to tackle the issue. The Court directed these states to manage stubble effectively and authorized payment of Rs. 100 per quintal of Non-Basmati Paddy to small and marginal farmers who refrain from burning stubble, incentivizing sustainable agricultural practices. The case was listed for further consideration to monitor compliance.
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