The Supreme Court of India has delivered several landmark judgments that have significantly shaped the legal landscape of the country
The Supreme Court of India has delivered several landmark judgments that have significantly shaped the legal landscape of the country. Below are some of the most notable ones: 1. Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala (1973) Principle Established: Basic Structure Doctrine Significance: The judgment held that while the Parliament has wide powers to amend the Constitution, it cannot alter the "basic structure" or essential features of the Constitution. This doctrine serves as a limitation on the amending power of the Parliament. 2. Maneka Gandhi v. Union of India (1978) Principle Established: Expansive Interpretation of Article 21 Significance: The Supreme Court expanded the scope of Article 21 (Right to Life and Personal Liberty) to include various rights such as the right to travel abroad and the right to a fair and reasonable procedure. 3. Minerva Mills Ltd. v. Union of India (1980) Principle Established: Balance between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles Significan