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Novartis AG v. Union of India & Others
2013While primarily related to pharmaceutical patents and medical biotechnology, this landmark judgment by the Supreme Court of India significantly impacted the interpretation of…
M.C. Mehta v. Union of India (Oleum Gas Leak Case)
1986This case, though not directly about biotechnology, established the principle of 'Absolute Liability' in India for industries engaged in hazardous activities. The Supreme Court…