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Supreme Court Case Commentary Repository - India
Background & Importance
The Supreme Court of India, established in 1950, is the highest judicial forum and final court of appeal under the Constitution of India. It plays a crucial role in the Indian judiciary as the guardian of the Constitution.
Jurisdiction: Original, appellate, and advisory jurisdiction.
Enforceability: Its decisions are binding on all courts in India.
Precedency: Landmark judgments have a profound impact on legal interpretations and policymaking.
Case Commentary
Maneka Gandhi v. Union of India (1978): Expanded the interpretation of Article 21 – the right to life and personal liberty.
Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala: Upheld the inviolability of the Constitution’s basic structure.
Justice K.S. Puttaswamy v. Union of India: Declared the right to privacy a fundamental right under Article 21.