Indian Polity & Governance·Landmark Judgments

Vaccine Diplomacy — Landmark Judgments

Updated 5 Mar 2026

Landmark Judgments

Novartis AG v. Union of India

2013

This Supreme Court judgment upheld India's patent law provisions that prevent evergreening of pharmaceutical patents, supporting India's position as a producer of affordable…

Bayer Corporation v. Natco Pharma Ltd

2012

This case established India's first compulsory licensing for a patented drug, demonstrating the country's commitment to affordable healthcare access. While not directly about…