Political Participation — Landmark Judgments

Landmark Judgments

Indra Sawhney & Ors. vs. Union of India (1992)

1992

While primarily dealing with reservations for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in public employment, this landmark judgment laid down the foundational principles for reservation…

Anuj Garg vs. Hotel Association of India (2007)

2007

This case challenged Section 30 of the Punjab Excise Act, 1914, which prohibited employment of women in premises where liquor or intoxicating drugs were consumed by the public.…

Lily Thomas vs. Union of India (2013)

2013

This judgment struck down Section 8(4) of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, which allowed convicted MPs/MLAs to retain their seats if an appeal was filed within three…

Shafin Jahan vs. Ashokan K.M. (Hadiya Case) (2018)

2018

While primarily concerning the right to choose a spouse and freedom of religion, this case strongly reaffirmed an adult's autonomy and agency, including the right to make life…