India Cement Ltd. & Others vs State of Tamil Nadu & Others (1989)
SC ruled royalty on minerals isn’t land revenue; States can’t levy cess on royalty as mineral development falls under Union jurisdiction.
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SC ruled royalty on minerals isn’t land revenue; States can’t levy cess on royalty as mineral development falls under Union jurisdiction.
Landmark ruling expanding Article 21; SC held procedure must be fair, just, and reasonable, linking Articles 14, 19 & 21 to protect personal liberty.
Landmark ruling upholding betterment fee laws; SC held detailed recovery provisions valid when guided by clear legislative policy and urban goals.
Landmark case establishing Parliament cannot amend the Constitution’s basic structure, safeguarding democracy, fundamental rights, and core principles.
SC upheld promissory estoppel: exporters gain rights under Export Promotion Scheme; govt must honor promises or justify changes fairly in public interest.