Industry and Manufacturing — Key Judgments

Key Judgments

M.C. Mehta v. Union of India (Oleum Gas Leak Case)

1986

This landmark judgment laid down the principle of 'Absolute Liability' for industries engaged in hazardous activities. It held that an enterprise engaged in a hazardous or…

Minerva Mills Ltd. v. Union of India

1980

While primarily known for its pronouncements on the Basic Structure Doctrine, this case also touched upon the state's power to nationalize industries. The court held that the…

Glaxo Laboratories (I) Ltd. v. The Presiding Officer, Labour Court, Meerut

1984

This case dealt with the interpretation of 'industry' under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, and the scope of 'workman'. It clarified that the definition of 'industry' is broad…