British Colonial Administration — Landmark Judgments

Landmark Judgments

Nanda Kumar Case

1775

This case highlighted the early conflicts between the newly established Supreme Court at Calcutta and the Governor-General's Executive Council. Maharaja Nanda Kumar, an Indian…

Secretary of State for India v. Hari Bhanji

1882

This case is significant for its articulation of the 'Act of State' doctrine in British India. Hari Bhanji, a merchant, sued the Secretary of State for India for damages arising…

Emperor v. Bal Gangadhar Tilak

1908

This landmark sedition trial involved Bal Gangadhar Tilak, a prominent nationalist leader, who was charged under Section 124A of the Indian Penal Code for articles published in…