Smuggling and Trafficking — Legal Precedents

Legal Precedents

K.I. Pavunny v. Assistant Collector (HQ), Central Excise, Cochin

1997

This Supreme Court judgment clarified the interpretation of 'smuggling' under the Customs Act, 1962, emphasizing that the intention to evade duty or prohibition is a crucial…

State of Punjab v. Baldev Singh

1999

This landmark Supreme Court judgment laid down crucial guidelines regarding search and seizure procedures under the NDPS Act, 1985. It emphasized the importance of strict…

Vishaka and others v. State of Rajasthan and others

1997

While primarily known for establishing guidelines against sexual harassment at the workplace, the principles of this judgment, particularly regarding the protection of women and…