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This ‘First Judges Case’ clarified judicial appointments, emphasizing judiciary independence and shaping the framework for the collegium system in India.
The Court held that the Special Courts Bill, 1978, violated Article 14 due to arbitrary classification and lack of judicial review, making it unconstitutional in its form.
This case held that Article 356 cannot be used for political reasons, limiting judicial review of the President’s satisfaction and restricting States from seeking anticipatory rel…
This case expanded Article 32 by allowing the Supreme Court to grant compensation for violations of Fundamental Rights, setting a major precedent for human rights protection.
This case upheld Kerala’s bifurcation of Judicial Service, ruling it did not violate Articles 14 or 16, as classification had a rational nexus to improving justice.