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National Emergency — Landmark Judgments

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Landmark Judgments

ADM Jabalpur v. Shivkant Shukla

1976

This case represents the Supreme Court's most controversial decision during the 1975 Emergency. The majority judgment held that during a National Emergency, citizens have no right…

Minerva Mills Ltd. v. Union of India

1980

This landmark judgment established crucial limitations on emergency powers and constitutional amendment authority. The Supreme Court struck down key provisions of the 42nd…

State of Rajasthan v. Union of India

1977

This case examined the scope of Central government's powers over State governments during National Emergency. The Supreme Court clarified that while the Centre gains extensive…

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