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National Emergency — Landmark Judgments
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Landmark Judgments
ADM Jabalpur v. Shivkant Shukla
1976This 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
1980This 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
1977This 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…