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This case upheld the Centre’s power to set up inquiries into State matters of national importance, ruling that such actions do not violate the federal structure or State autonomy.
Reaffirmed Union control over mining cess, clarifying State-Union powers under the Seventh Schedule and Entries 23 & 54 for mineral development.
Expanded promissory estoppel in India, making government promises enforceable in commercial contexts if acted upon in good faith.
Freedom of artistic expression cannot be restricted without clear harm; Article 32 remedies apply only if a fundamental right is directly affected.
This case upheld reasonable limits on property rights to protect poor farmers, stressing harmony between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles for social justice.