{"id":16245,"date":"2023-11-16T12:49:54","date_gmt":"2023-11-16T12:49:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=16245"},"modified":"2023-11-16T12:49:58","modified_gmt":"2023-11-16T12:49:58","slug":"important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/","title":{"rendered":"Important Supreme Court Judgements for IAS Exam"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-csat-test-series?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=CSAT+Test+Series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-csat-test-series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UPSC CSAT Test Series<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d8d29247bd6\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d8d29247bd6\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Introduction\" title=\"Introduction\">Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#SC_Doctrines\" title=\"SC Doctrines\">SC Doctrines<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Separation_of_powers\" title=\"Separation of powers\">Separation of powers<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Second_Judges_Case\" title=\"Second Judges Case:\">Second Judges Case:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Parliamentary_functioning\" title=\"Parliamentary functioning\">Parliamentary functioning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Federalism_%E2%80%93_competitive_cooperative\" title=\"Federalism &#8211; competitive, cooperative\">Federalism &#8211; competitive, cooperative<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Checks_and_balances\" title=\"Checks and balances\">Checks and balances<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Transparency\" title=\"Transparency\">Transparency<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#1_SC_Agarwal_Case\" title=\"1. SC Agarwal Case:\">1. SC Agarwal Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#2_SC_Agarwal_vs_Congress_Case\" title=\"2. SC Agarwal vs Congress Case:&nbsp;\">2. SC Agarwal vs Congress Case:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#3_DAV_College_Trust_Case\" title=\"3. DAV College Trust Case:\">3. DAV College Trust Case:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Accountability\" title=\"Accountability\">Accountability<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#1_Youth_Bar_Association_Case\" title=\"1. Youth Bar Association Case:\">1. Youth Bar Association Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#2_Cooper_Case\" title=\"2. Cooper Case:&nbsp;\">2. Cooper Case:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#3_SR_Chaudhuri_Case\" title=\"3. SR Chaudhuri Case:\">3. SR Chaudhuri Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#4_Biman_Bose_Case\" title=\"4. Biman Bose Case:\">4. Biman Bose Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#5_Ashwini_Upadhyay_Case\" title=\"5. Ashwini Upadhyay Case:\">5. Ashwini Upadhyay Case:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Judicial_activism_%E2%80%93_examples\" title=\"Judicial activism &#8211; examples\">Judicial activism &#8211; examples<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#1_Nilabati_Behera_Case\" title=\"1. Nilabati Behera Case:\">1. Nilabati Behera Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#2_Hussanara_Khatoon_Case\" title=\"2. Hussanara Khatoon Case:&nbsp;\">2. Hussanara Khatoon Case:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#3_Ashwini_Upadhyay_Case\" title=\"3. Ashwini Upadhyay Case:&nbsp;\">3. Ashwini Upadhyay Case:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#4_Arjun_Gopal_Case\" title=\"4. Arjun Gopal Case:\">4. Arjun Gopal Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#5_Sabarimala_Case\" title=\"5. Sabarimala Case:\">5. Sabarimala Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#6_Vellore_Citizens_Welfare_Forum_Case\" title=\"6. Vellore Citizen&#8217;s Welfare Forum Case:\">6. Vellore Citizen&#8217;s Welfare Forum Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#7_Babita_Puniya_Case\" title=\"7. Babita Puniya Case:\">7. Babita Puniya Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#8_Vineeta_Sharma_Case\" title=\"8. Vineeta Sharma Case:\">8. Vineeta Sharma Case:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Judicial_overreach_%E2%80%93_examples\" title=\"Judicial overreach &#8211; examples\">Judicial overreach &#8211; examples<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#1_Sabarimala_Case\" title=\"1. Sabarimala Case:\">1. Sabarimala Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#2_Shyam_Narayan_Chouksey_Case\" title=\"2. Shyam Narayan Chouksey Case:\">2. Shyam Narayan Chouksey Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#3_Arrive_Safe_Society_Case\" title=\"3. Arrive Safe Society Case:\">3. Arrive Safe Society Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#4_2G_Spectrum_Case\" title=\"4. 2G Spectrum Case:&nbsp;\">4. 2G Spectrum Case:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Secularism\" title=\"Secularism\">Secularism<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#1_Shirur_Mutt_Case\" title=\"1. Shirur Mutt Case:&nbsp;\">1. Shirur Mutt Case:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#2_Ramesh_Yeshwant_Prabhoo_Case\" title=\"2. Ramesh Yeshwant Prabhoo Case:\">2. Ramesh Yeshwant Prabhoo Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#3_Abhiram_Singh_vs_CD_Commachen_Case\" title=\"3. Abhiram Singh vs CD Commachen Case:\">3. Abhiram Singh vs CD Commachen Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#4_Sabarimala_Case\" title=\"4. Sabarimala Case:\">4. Sabarimala Case:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Basic_structure\" title=\"Basic structure\">Basic structure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Emergency\" title=\"Emergency\">Emergency<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Preamble\" title=\"Preamble\">Preamble<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Directive_Principles_of_State_Policy\" title=\"Directive Principles of State Policy\">Directive Principles of State Policy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Fundamental_Rights_and_Fundamental_Duties\" title=\"Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties\">Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#1_Kesavananda_Bharati_Case\" title=\"1. Kesavananda Bharati Case:&nbsp;\">1. Kesavananda Bharati Case:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#2_Puttaswamy_Case\" title=\"2. Puttaswamy Case:&nbsp;\">2. Puttaswamy Case:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#3_Anuradha_Bhasin_Case\" title=\"3. Anuradha Bhasin Case:&nbsp;\">3. Anuradha Bhasin Case:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#4_Subramanium_Swamy_Case\" title=\"4. Subramanium Swamy Case:\">4. Subramanium Swamy Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#5_Bijoe_Emmanuel_Case\" title=\"5. Bijoe Emmanuel Case:&nbsp;\">5. Bijoe Emmanuel Case:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#6_Faheema_Shirin_Case\" title=\"6. Faheema Shirin Case:&nbsp;\">6. Faheema Shirin Case:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Schedule_X_%E2%80%93_norms_and_cases\" title=\"Schedule X &#8211; norms and cases\">Schedule X &#8211; norms and cases<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#1_Kihoto_Hollohan_Case\" title=\"1. Kihoto Hollohan Case:&nbsp;\">1. Kihoto Hollohan Case:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#2_Keisham_Singh_Case\" title=\"2. Keisham Singh Case:&nbsp;\">2. Keisham Singh Case:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#3_Karnataka_MLA_Disqualification_Case\" title=\"3. Karnataka MLA Disqualification Case:&nbsp;\">3. Karnataka MLA Disqualification Case:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#4_Constitution_Review_Commission\" title=\"4. Constitution Review Commission:\">4. Constitution Review Commission:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-53\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Representation_of_People_Act1951\" title=\"Representation of People Act,1951\">Representation of People Act,1951<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#1_Lily_Thomas_Case\" title=\"1. Lily Thomas Case:\">1. Lily Thomas Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#2_Ramesh_Yeshwant_Prabhoo_Case-2\" title=\"2. Ramesh Yeshwant Prabhoo Case:\">2. Ramesh Yeshwant Prabhoo Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#3_Abhiram_Singh_vs_CD_Commachen_Case-2\" title=\"3. Abhiram Singh vs CD Commachen Case:\">3. Abhiram Singh vs CD Commachen Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#4_PUCL_Case\" title=\"4. PUCL Case:&nbsp;\">4. PUCL Case:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-58\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#5_ADR_Case\" title=\"5. ADR Case:&nbsp;\">5. ADR Case:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-59\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Election_Commission_of_India\" title=\"Election Commission of India\">Election Commission of India<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-60\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#1_Ashwini_Upadhyay_Case\" title=\"1. Ashwini Upadhyay Case:&nbsp;\">1. Ashwini Upadhyay Case:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-61\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#2_Chandrababu_Naidu_Case\" title=\"2. Chandrababu Naidu Case:\">2. Chandrababu Naidu Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-62\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#3_Harbans_Singh_Jalal_Case\" title=\"3. Harbans Singh Jalal Case:&nbsp;\">3. Harbans Singh Jalal Case:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-63\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#4_Ram_Deo_Bhandari_Case\" title=\"4. Ram Deo Bhandari Case:&nbsp;\">4. Ram Deo Bhandari Case:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-64\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Vulnerable_sections\" title=\"Vulnerable sections\">Vulnerable sections<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-65\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#1_Indira_Sawhney_Case\" title=\"1. Indira Sawhney Case:\">1. Indira Sawhney Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-66\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#2_Ashok_Kumar_Thakur_Case\" title=\"2. Ashok Kumar Thakur Case:\">2. Ashok Kumar Thakur Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-67\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#3_Hema_Vijay_Menon_Case\" title=\"3. Hema Vijay Menon Case:\">3. Hema Vijay Menon Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-68\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#4_Olga_Tellis_Case\" title=\"4. Olga Tellis Case:\">4. Olga Tellis Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-69\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#5_Almitra_Patel_Case\" title=\"5. Almitra Patel Case:\">5. Almitra Patel Case:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-70\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#6_Rajeev_Kumar_Gupta_Case\" title=\"6. Rajeev Kumar Gupta Case:\">6. Rajeev Kumar Gupta Case:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-71\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Minorities\" title=\"Minorities\">Minorities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-72\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Alternative_Dispute_Redressal_Mechanism\" title=\"Alternative Dispute Redressal Mechanism\">Alternative Dispute Redressal Mechanism<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-73\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Civil_services\" title=\"Civil services\">Civil services<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-74\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#The_DK_Basu_Case_outlined_crucial_guidelines_for_arrests\" title=\"The DK Basu Case outlined crucial guidelines for arrests.\">The DK Basu Case outlined crucial guidelines for arrests.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-75\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Intellectual_Property_Rights\" title=\"Intellectual Property Rights\">Intellectual Property Rights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-76\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#E-Governance_Guidelines\" title=\"E-Governance Guidelines\">E-Governance Guidelines<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-77\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Important_Supreme_Court_Judgements_for_IAS_Exam_FAQS\" title=\"Important Supreme Court Judgements for IAS Exam FAQS\">Important Supreme Court Judgements for IAS Exam FAQS<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-78\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#1_Why_is_it_essential_to_study_significant_Supreme_Court_judgments_for_the_CSE_exam\" title=\"1. Why is it essential to study significant Supreme Court judgments for the CSE exam?\">1. Why is it essential to study significant Supreme Court judgments for the CSE exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-79\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#2_What_are_the_key_SC_Doctrines_mentioned_in_the_context_of_legal_interpretation\" title=\"2. What are the key SC Doctrines mentioned in the context of legal interpretation?\">2. What are the key SC Doctrines mentioned in the context of legal interpretation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-80\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#3_How_does_the_Supreme_Court_address_the_Separation_of_Powers\" title=\"3. How does the Supreme Court address the Separation of Powers?\">3. How does the Supreme Court address the Separation of Powers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-81\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#4_What_guidelines_were_set_in_the_SR_Bommai_case_regarding_Presidents_Rule_in_a_state\" title=\"4. What guidelines were set in the SR Bommai case regarding President&#8217;s Rule in a state?\">4. What guidelines were set in the SR Bommai case regarding President&#8217;s Rule in a state?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-82\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#5_How_does_the_SC_address_transparency_and_accountability_in_governance\" title=\"5. How does the SC address transparency and accountability in governance?\">5. How does the SC address transparency and accountability in governance?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-83\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-84\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/important-supreme-court-judgements-for-ias-exam\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span>Introduction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is imperative for every aspirant gearing up for the upcoming CSE exam to study significant Supreme Court judgements. The Supreme Court holds the ultimate authority in interpreting the Constitution and has safeguarded our fundamental rights and freedom through its creative and innovative interpretations. Landmark judgments, including the AK Gopalan case, Berubari union case, Shankari Prasad case, etc., play a pivotal role in understanding the legal landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SC_Doctrines\"><\/span>SC Doctrines<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Harmonious Construction Doctrine<\/strong> &#8211; achieving a balance between Fundamental Rights (FR) and Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP).<\/li><li><strong>Purposive Interpretation\/Construction<\/strong> &#8211; utilizing external material and internal aids for interpretation, often associated with judicial activism.<\/li><li><strong>Ancillary Powers Doctrine<\/strong> &#8211; the authority to legislate on a matter includes the power to legislate on related incidental matters.<\/li><li><strong>Colourable Legislation Doctrine<\/strong> &#8211; what cannot be done directly should not be done indirectly.<\/li><li><strong>Pith and Substance Doctrine<\/strong> &#8211; challenging the true nature of legislation rather than its ancillary effects.<\/li><li><strong>Severability Doctrine<\/strong> &#8211; removing only the offending part of legislation.<\/li><li><strong>Eclipse Doctrine<\/strong> &#8211; any law conflicting with FRs becomes inactive or eclipsed until the overlying FR is removed.<\/li><li><strong>Laches Doctrine<\/strong> &#8211; imposing a time limit on claiming rights.<ul><li>Basic Structure Doctrine.<\/li><li>Essential Religious Practices Doctrine.<\/li><li>Precautionary Principle.<\/li><li>Principle of Reasonableness.<\/li><li>Principle of Proportionality.<\/li><li>Principle of Legality &#8211; presumption of innocence until proven guilty.<\/li><li>Constitutional Morality.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Separation_of_powers\"><\/span>Separation of powers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Article 50: It says the government should make sure the courts and the executive work separately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy<\/strong>: Until 2016, 70 out of the last 100 retired Supreme Court judges took jobs in quasi-judicial bodies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bhim Singh Case:<\/strong> The Supreme Court said a strict separation of powers isn&#8217;t possible or good. They approved the MPLAD and MLALAD schemes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Second_Judges_Case\"><\/span>Second Judges Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>1. If the courts and the government clash, the courts win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. They introduced the Collegium system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>University of Kerala case: A two-judge bench said the courts can&#8217;t act like a temporary parliament when the rules are missing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Parliamentary_functioning\"><\/span>Parliamentary functioning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In 2020, the Lok Sabha operated for 74% of its scheduled hours, while the Rajya Sabha operated for 86% of its sanctioned hours.&nbsp;<\/li><li>During the same year, the question hour functioned for 65% in the Lok Sabha and 45% in the Rajya Sabha.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha was not selected 280 days after the first sitting, which Article 93 suggests should happen promptly.&nbsp;<\/li><li>In the 16th Lok Sabha, 27% of introduced bills were referred to committees.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Privileges are derived from Article 105 and Article 194.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Federalism_%E2%80%93_competitive_cooperative\"><\/span>Federalism &#8211; competitive, cooperative<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the SR Bommai case, guidelines were set for declaring President&#8217;s Rule in a state:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Check if there&#8217;s a chance for a floor test to prove majority support for the council of ministers.<\/li><li>The central government must warn the state and provide a week for a response.<\/li><li>The assembly can only be suspended, not dissolved, by the President until Parliament gives its approval (must be done within 2 months).<\/li><li>Courts can&#8217;t question the advice given by council of ministers to the President or Governor, but they can question the reasons behind the President&#8217;s satisfaction.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In the Government of NCT Delhi vs LG Case, it was clarified that the Lieutenant Governor (LG) doesn&#8217;t have independent decision-making power.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Six key principles guide their actions:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Renaissance<\/li><li>Morality\u00a0<\/li><li>pragmatism, <\/li><li>objectivity, <\/li><li>purposive interpretation, and <\/li><li>good governance.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Checks_and_balances\"><\/span>Checks and balances<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Ordinance-making powers under Article 123 and Article 213 of the Indian Constitution.<\/li><li>In 2020, the question hour operated for 65% in the Lok Sabha and 45% in the Rajya Sabha.<\/li><li>Only 27% of bills were sent to committees during the 16th Lok Sabha.<\/li><li>Cooper case: The President&#8217;s satisfaction can be challenged in court on the grounds of malafide.<\/li><li>D C Wadhwa case: Repeated re-promulgation of ordinances without attempting to pass the bill through the legislature violates the constitution, and such ordinances can be invalidated.<\/li><li>Krishna Kumar Singh case: Neglecting to present an ordinance before the legislature is an abuse of power and a fraud on the Constitution.<\/li><li>IR Coelho case: Laws protected by the 9th schedule are subject to scrutiny under Article 14, 19, and 21.<\/li><li>2G Spectrum case: The Supreme Court canceled the allocation, stating that all national assets should be allocated through auction, entering into the executive domain.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Transparency\"><\/span>Transparency<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_SC_Agarwal_Case\"><\/span>1. SC Agarwal Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Transparency and accountability are vital for judicial independence.<\/li><li>Chief Justice of India (CJI) is a public functionary and is subject to the Right to Information (RTI).<\/li><li>RTI must be balanced with privacy considerations.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_SC_Agarwal_vs_Congress_Case\"><\/span>2. SC Agarwal vs Congress Case:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Supreme Court declared political parties as public functionaries under RTI. However, political parties have not responded positively, and another case is pending in the Supreme Court.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_DAV_College_Trust_Case\"><\/span>3. DAV College Trust Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) substantially funded by the government are considered public authorities under RTI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Note: RTI Amendment Act 2019 and FCRA Amendment Act 2019 require NGOs receiving foreign aid to provide an affidavit stating that they are not promoting violence or sedition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accountability\"><\/span>Accountability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Youth_Bar_Association_Case\"><\/span>1. Youth Bar Association Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;For sensitive cases, FIRs must be uploaded within 48 hours, and a copy should be provided to the accused.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Cooper_Case\"><\/span>2. Cooper Case:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The President&#8217;s satisfaction for promulgating an ordinance can be questioned in court on the grounds of malafide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_SR_Chaudhuri_Case\"><\/span>3. SR Chaudhuri Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>Resignation and re-appointment of a minister before the 6-month period is over, and not standing for election is unconstitutional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Biman_Bose_Case\"><\/span>4. Biman Bose Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Governors cannot nominate MLCs on their own; a Cabinet recommendation is required. (Highlighted in the recent case of the Kerala Governor rejecting the Cabinet&#8217;s call for an assembly session, which is beyond discretionary purview.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Ashwini_Upadhyay_Case\"><\/span>5. Ashwini Upadhyay Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Parties must publish pending criminal cases against candidates and provide reasons for selecting them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Judicial_activism_%E2%80%93_examples\"><\/span>Judicial activism &#8211; examples<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Nilabati_Behera_Case\"><\/span>1. Nilabati Behera Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>Victims of custodial torture are entitled to necessary compensation as it violates Article 21.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Hussanara_Khatoon_Case\"><\/span>2. Hussanara Khatoon Case:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Relaxation of locus standi and provision of free legal aid, later integrated as Article 39A.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Ashwini_Upadhyay_Case\"><\/span>3. Ashwini Upadhyay Case:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Parties must disclose pending criminal cases against candidates and provide reasons for selecting them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Arjun_Gopal_Case\"><\/span>4. Arjun Gopal Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Ban on fireworks in Delhi NCR with exceptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Sabarimala_Case\"><\/span>5. Sabarimala Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>SC allows the entry of women into the temple, going against an essential religious practice.<\/li><li>Prioritizing human dignity over religious freedom.<\/li><li>Kesavananda Bharati Case: Created the doctrine of basic structure and introduced PIL as an innovation.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Vellore_Citizens_Welfare_Forum_Case\"><\/span>6. Vellore Citizen&#8217;s Welfare Forum Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;SC introduced the Precautionary Principle, stating that in the face of threats of serious and irreversible damage, the absence of scientific certainty shouldn&#8217;t delay measures to prevent environmental degradation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Babita_Puniya_Case\"><\/span>7. Babita Puniya Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Ensured permanent commission for women in the Armed forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Vineeta_Sharma_Case\"><\/span>8. Vineeta Sharma Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Daughters have an equal right to inherit under the Hindu Succession Act, including the role of Karta in HUF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Judicial_overreach_%E2%80%93_examples\"><\/span>Judicial overreach &#8211; examples<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Sabarimala_Case\"><\/span>1. Sabarimala Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>SC permits the entry of women into the temple, overriding essential religious practices.<\/li><li>Prioritizes human dignity over religious freedom.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Shyam_Narayan_Chouksey_Case\"><\/span>2. Shyam Narayan Chouksey Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;National anthem made mandatory before film screenings, disregarding the Bijoe Emmanuel ruling and criticized for imposing patriotism through fiat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Arrive_Safe_Society_Case\"><\/span>3. Arrive Safe Society Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;SC prohibits the sale of liquor within 500 meters of national highways, causing confusion. Accidental deaths from drunk driving at 4%, compared to 44% from overspeeding, without empirical justification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_2G_Spectrum_Case\"><\/span>4. 2G Spectrum Case:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>SC cancels allocation, asserting that all national assets should be allocated through auction, intruding into the executive domain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Secularism\"><\/span>Secularism<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Shirur_Mutt_Case\"><\/span>1. Shirur Mutt Case:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Essential religious practices determined from the doctrines of the religion itself, influencing the Shamim Ara case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Ramesh_Yeshwant_Prabhoo_Case\"><\/span>2. Ramesh Yeshwant Prabhoo Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>A 1995 3-judge bench rules that Hindutva is a way of life, making appeals based on Hindutva not disqualified under section 123(3) of RPA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Abhiram_Singh_vs_CD_Commachen_Case\"><\/span>3. Abhiram Singh vs CD Commachen Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;In 1996, a 7-judge bench holds that appealing to the ascriptive identities of any candidate and voters constitutes a \u2018corrupt practice\u2019 under Section 123(3) of the RPA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Sabarimala_Case\"><\/span>4. Sabarimala Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>SC permits the entry of women into the temple against essential religious practices.<\/li><li>Human dignity takes precedence over religious freedom.<\/li><li>A common thread of human dignity runs through Part III.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Basic_structure\"><\/span>Basic structure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Golak Nath Case:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Highlights the distinction between legislative and constituent powers of Parliament. The 24th Amendment establishes that Article 368 prevents the judiciary from reviewing amendments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Kesavananda Bharti Case:<\/strong> Introduces the basic structures doctrine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Minerva Mills:<\/strong> Declares the 42nd Amendment unconstitutional as it breaches the basic structure. It emphasizes that Parliament cannot exploit its restricted amending power to grant itself unlimited powers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. IR Coelho Case:<\/strong> Asserts that all laws protected by the 9th schedule are accountable to scrutiny under Articles 14, 19, and 21.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Emergency\"><\/span>Emergency<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. ADM Jabalpur Case: <\/strong>Declared suspension of all writs during emergencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Justice Puttaswamy Case:<\/strong> Overturned ADM Jabalpur, affirming that the right to life existed prior to the constitution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preamble\"><\/span>Preamble<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Berubari Union Case: <\/strong>Stated that the Preamble is not a component of the constitution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Kesavananda Bharati Case:<\/strong> Reversed the earlier perspective, acknowledging the Preamble as a part of the constitution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. LIC Case:<\/strong> Reiterated that the Preamble is indeed a part of the constitution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Directive_Principles_of_State_Policy\"><\/span>Directive Principles of State Policy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Kerala Education Bill Case: <\/strong>Emphasized the Doctrine of Harmonious Construction, illustrating the interconnectedness of Fundamental Rights (FRs) and Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Minerva Mills Case:<\/strong> Specified that laws falling under Article 31C are protected only if crafted to implement Article 39(a) and (b).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Olga Tellis Case:<\/strong> Affirmed the significance of DPSPs in the governance of the nation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Dalmia Cements Case:<\/strong> Described DPSPs as the conscience of the constitution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Ashok Kumar Thakur Case:<\/strong> Clarified that the non-enforceability of DPSPs doesn&#8217;t imply subordination; Article 46 emphasizes the state&#8217;s duty to promote the interests of SC\/ST and other weaker sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fundamental_Rights_and_Fundamental_Duties\"><\/span>Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Kesavananda_Bharati_Case\"><\/span>1. Kesavananda Bharati Case:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Established a connection between Article 14, 19, and 21, introducing the test of reasonableness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Puttaswamy_Case\"><\/span>2. Puttaswamy Case:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Introduced the tests of reasonableness and proportionality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Anuradha_Bhasin_Case\"><\/span>3. Anuradha Bhasin Case:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognized internet use as protected under Article 19, emphasizing it as a Fundamental Right (FR). Stated that bans under Section 144 of CrPC should pass the test of proportionality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Subramanium_Swamy_Case\"><\/span>4. Subramanium Swamy Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Upheld criminal defamation under Sections 499 and 500 of IPC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Bijoe_Emmanuel_Case\"><\/span>5. Bijoe Emmanuel Case:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Defined disrespect as a willful act done to show disrespect (mens rea). Not standing or not singing does not necessarily constitute disrespect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Faheema_Shirin_Case\"><\/span>6. Faheema Shirin Case:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Acknowledged access to the internet as a basic right, as ruled by the Kerala High Court.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Schedule_X_%E2%80%93_norms_and_cases\"><\/span>Schedule X &#8211; norms and cases<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Kihoto_Hollohan_Case\"><\/span>1. Kihoto Hollohan Case:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Affirmed the constitutional validity of Schedule X.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Keisham_Singh_Case\"><\/span>2. Keisham Singh Case:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Advocated for the creation of an independent tribunal by Parliament to adjudicate disputes under Schedule X.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Karnataka_MLA_Disqualification_Case\"><\/span>3. Karnataka MLA Disqualification Case:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Clarified that the Speaker has the right to disqualify but cannot set a term. Disqualified members remain eligible to contest bye-elections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Constitution_Review_Commission\"><\/span>4. Constitution Review Commission:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Recommended that defectors should not be allowed to hold political office for the remainder of the term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Representation_of_People_Act1951\"><\/span>Representation of People Act,1951<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Lily_Thomas_Case\"><\/span>1. Lily Thomas Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Legislators convicted of a crime with a minimum 2-year sentence are immediately disqualified.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Ramesh_Yeshwant_Prabhoo_Case-2\"><\/span>2. Ramesh Yeshwant Prabhoo Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;In 1995, a 3-judge bench ruled that Hindutva is a way of life, and appeals based on Hindutva are not disqualified under section 123(3) of the Representation of the People Act (RPA).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Abhiram_Singh_vs_CD_Commachen_Case-2\"><\/span>3. Abhiram Singh vs CD Commachen Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;In 1996, a 7-judge bench held that appealing to the ascriptive identities of any candidate and voters constitutes a &#8216;corrupt practice&#8217; under Section 123(3) of the RPA, 1951.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_PUCL_Case\"><\/span>4. PUCL Case:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Supreme Court determined that voting is a statutory right only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_ADR_Case\"><\/span>5. ADR Case:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Voters have the right to know the antecedents of individuals running for elected office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Election_Commission_of_India\"><\/span>Election Commission of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Ashwini_Upadhyay_Case\"><\/span>1. Ashwini Upadhyay Case:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Political parties are required to disclose pending criminal cases against candidates and provide reasons for their selection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Chandrababu_Naidu_Case\"><\/span>2. Chandrababu Naidu Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Verification of VVPATs (Voter Verified Paper Audit Trail) is mandated in five polling stations per constituency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Harbans_Singh_Jalal_Case\"><\/span>3. Harbans Singh Jalal Case:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Model Code of Conduct (MCC) becomes effective as soon as elections are announced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Ram_Deo_Bhandari_Case\"><\/span>4. Ram Deo Bhandari Case:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Implementation of the issuance of ID cards to voters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vulnerable_sections\"><\/span>Vulnerable sections<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Indira_Sawhney_Case\"><\/span>1. Indira Sawhney Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The Supreme Court upheld OBC reservation.<\/li><li>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;No reservation allowed in promotion for Group A\/B.<\/li><li>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Struck down 10% reservation for economically backward sections.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Ashok_Kumar_Thakur_Case\"><\/span>2. Ashok Kumar Thakur Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The Supreme Court upheld OBC creamy layer, clarifying it doesn&#8217;t apply to SC\/STs.<\/li><li>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;No distinction made between civil and political rights from socio-economic rights under Fundamental Rights (FRs) and Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs).<\/li><li>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The non-enforceability of DPSPs doesn&#8217;t imply subordination.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Hema_Vijay_Menon_Case\"><\/span>3. Hema Vijay Menon Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&#8211; The Bombay High Court ruled that commissioning mothers, who have a child through surrogacy, are entitled to maternity leave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Olga_Tellis_Case\"><\/span>4. Olga Tellis Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&#8211; Squatting was deemed illegal, but the Bombay Municipal Corporation (BMC) was required to provide alternative housing to slum dwellers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Almitra_Patel_Case\"><\/span>5. Almitra Patel Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&#8211; Providing accommodation to squatters was compared to rewarding a pickpocket, advocating a firm response to land grabbers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Rajeev_Kumar_Gupta_Case\"><\/span>6. Rajeev Kumar Gupta Case:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&#8211; Upheld 3% reservation in direct recruitment and promotions for people with disabilities under section 33 of the Persons with Disabilities Act.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Minorities\"><\/span>Minorities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In the Shah Bano case, the recognition of Muslim women&#8217;s right to maintenance led to the introduction of the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Divorce) Act in 1986 to address this matter.\u00a0<\/li><li>The Shamim Ara case invalidated instant and triple talaq, asserting that triple talaq is not an essential aspect of Islam, subsequently prompting the Muslim Women Rights in Marriage Act of 2019.\u00a0<\/li><li>The Naz Foundation case played a pivotal role in advancing LGBTQ rights in India by decriminalizing Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code.\u00a0<\/li><li>The PA Inamdar case clarified that reservation norms do not apply to Minority Educational Institutions (MEI), while the Azeez Basha case established that institutions established by Parliament cannot be classified as MEI under Article 30.<\/li><li>The St. Stephens case allowed up to 50% reservation for the minority community in MEI, emphasizing inclusivity.\u00a0<\/li><li>In the WB Madarsah Service Commission case, regulations aimed at ensuring educational excellence were scrutinized to prevent interference with the rights granted under Article 30.<\/li><li>The TMA Pai case highlighted the importance of considering the status of minorities under Article 30 on a state-wise basis, stating that these rights cannot supersede national interests.<\/li><li>It also emphasized that government regulations should not compromise the minority character of any institution and that the right to administer does not include the right to mal-administer.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alternative_Dispute_Redressal_Mechanism\"><\/span>Alternative Dispute Redressal Mechanism<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the Vishnu Lochan Madan case, it was clarified that Sharia courts are not recognized as formal courts within the Indian legal system, as there is no provision for a parallel judicial system. However, the Supreme Court refrained from declaring them unconstitutional, considering them more as Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms akin to Lok Adalats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Civil_services\"><\/span>Civil services<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the Nagaraj Case, it was established that the state is not obligated to provide reservations in promotions; however, it has the discretion to implement such reservations after gathering quantitative data on the representation of various communities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_DK_Basu_Case_outlined_crucial_guidelines_for_arrests\"><\/span>The DK Basu Case outlined crucial guidelines for arrests.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Emphasizing transparency and the protection of the arrested individual&#8217;s rights.\u00a0<\/li><li>These guidelines include the requirement for arresting personnel to carry identification tags, recording particulars of those involved in the arrest, preparing an arrest memo in the presence of a witness, and allowing the arrested person to inform someone about their arrest. Additionally, the DK Basu guidelines address the responsibility of the police to inform the next of kin or friends within a specified time frame if they live outside the district.<\/li><li>The arrested person should be promptly informed of their right to notify someone about their arrest, akin to the Miranda warning in the United States.<\/li><li>The guidelines also mandate regular medical examinations for the arrestee, the right to meet with a lawyer during interrogation (though not throughout), and the sharing of arrest records with the Magistrate and Police Control Room, with the latter displaying the information conspicuously.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Intellectual_Property_Rights\"><\/span>Intellectual Property Rights<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RG Anand case:<\/strong> it was established that a concept is not eligible for copyright protection. Similarly, in the Rameshwari Photocopy Services case, the principle emphasized that copyright is designed to foster knowledge and should not serve as an obstacle. The interpretation of laws should align with the progression of human development, ensuring no regression in the pursuit of betterment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"E-Governance_Guidelines\"><\/span>E-Governance Guidelines<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Enhanced service delivery and efficiency are achieved through the use of dashboards.<\/li><li>The interaction between the government and beneficiaries is streamlined with the GeM portal, fostering improved communication.<\/li><li>Empowerment is facilitated by online access to information through the RTI portal.\u00a0<\/li><li>Transparency is heightened through proactive information sharing on various websites.<\/li><li>Digital monitoring of files contributes to cost savings in operations.\u00a0<\/li><li>Additionally, the digital system allows for increased accountability, as delays can be tracked, and weak links in the process can be identified.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Supreme_Court_Judgements_for_IAS_Exam_FAQS\"><\/span>Important Supreme Court Judgements for IAS Exam FAQS<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Why_is_it_essential_to_study_significant_Supreme_Court_judgments_for_the_CSE_exam\"><\/span>1. Why is it essential to study significant Supreme Court judgments for the CSE exam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;It is crucial because the Supreme Court holds the ultimate authority in interpreting the Constitution and has safeguarded fundamental rights and freedom through innovative interpretations, impacting the legal landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_are_the_key_SC_Doctrines_mentioned_in_the_context_of_legal_interpretation\"><\/span>2. What are the key SC Doctrines mentioned in the context of legal interpretation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The SC Doctrines include the Harmonious Construction Doctrine, Purposive Interpretation\/Construction, Ancillary Powers Doctrine, Colourable Legislation Doctrine, Pith and Substance Doctrine, Severability Doctrine, Eclipse Doctrine, Laches Doctrine, and Basic Structure Doctrine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_does_the_Supreme_Court_address_the_Separation_of_Powers\"><\/span>3. How does the Supreme Court address the Separation of Powers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Supreme Court, through Article 50, emphasizes the need for the government to ensure the separation of powers between the courts and the executive. The Bhim Singh Case and the Second Judges Case are also noteworthy in this context.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_guidelines_were_set_in_the_SR_Bommai_case_regarding_Presidents_Rule_in_a_state\"><\/span>4. What guidelines were set in the SR Bommai case regarding President&#8217;s Rule in a state?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The guidelines include the necessity for a floor test, a warning by the central government, suspension (not dissolution) of the assembly by the President, and the courts&#8217; power to question the reasons behind the President&#8217;s satisfaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_How_does_the_SC_address_transparency_and_accountability_in_governance\"><\/span>5. How does the SC address transparency and accountability in governance?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The SC, in cases like SC Agarwal Case and DAV College Trust Case, emphasizes transparency and accountability, stating that judicial independence is vital, the CJI is subject to RTI, and NGOs funded by the government are public authorities under RTI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\"><\/span><strong>In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For UPSC Prelims Resources,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc-cse-prelims-resource-centre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Daily Updates and Study Material:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join our Telegram Channel &#8211;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/WithEdukemy4IAS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Edukemy for IAS<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1. 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