National Science Policy — Key Discoveries

Key Discoveries

M.C. Mehta v. Union of India (Oleum Gas Leak Case)

1986

While not directly about 'science policy' formulation, this landmark judgment significantly impacted the regulatory framework for industries handling hazardous substances, thereby…

Novartis AG v. Union of India & Others (Glivec Patent Case)

2013

This judgment by the Supreme Court clarified the interpretation of Section 3(d) of the Indian Patents Act, 1970, which prevents 'evergreening' of patents by disallowing patents…

Justice K.S. Puttaswamy (Retd.) and Anr. vs. Union of India and Ors. (Right to Privacy Case)

2017

While primarily about privacy, this judgment has significant implications for data-driven scientific research, especially in fields like AI, biotechnology, and healthcare. By…