Financial Inclusion — Landmark Events

Landmark Events

Reserve Bank of India v. Peerless General Finance and Investment Co. Ltd.

1987

While not directly on 'financial inclusion' as a term, this case established the RBI's broad regulatory powers over financial institutions, including non-banking financial…

PUCL v. Union of India (Right to Food Case)

2001 (ongoing orders)

Though primarily focused on the Right to Food, the various interim orders in this case have significantly impacted the delivery of welfare benefits, including the push for Direct…