Indian Economy·Key Judgments

Trade Union Movement — Key Judgments

Updated 26 Mar 2026

Key Judgments

Bangalore Water Supply & Sewerage Board vs. A. Rajappa and Ors.

1978

This landmark judgment, often referred to as the 'Bangalore Water Supply Case', significantly broadened the definition of 'industry' under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. The…

Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation vs. Krishna Kant

1995

This judgment clarified the jurisdiction of civil courts in matters covered by the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. The Supreme Court held that where a dispute falls within the…