Indian Economy·Key Judgments

Diaspora Distribution — Key Judgments

Updated 5 Mar 2026

Key Judgments

Harsh Mander vs Union of India

2017

This case addressed the rights of Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) and clarified the legal status of diaspora members. The Supreme Court examined the constitutional validity of…

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Foundation vs Union of India

2019

This case dealt with the government's obligations toward diaspora welfare and the legal framework for diaspora engagement. The court examined the scope of government…