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This case held that Article 19 rights apply only to Indian citizens, not companies, clarifying the distinction between citizens’ rights and rights of any person.
This case upheld reasonable limits on property rights to protect poor farmers, stressing harmony between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles for social justice.
SC ruled that public meetings on streets are protected under Articles 19(1)(a) & 19(1)(b), limiting state power to impose arbitrary restrictions.
Landmark 1984 ruling protecting press freedom; held that fiscal measures restricting newspaper circulation violate Article 19(1)(a).
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The Court held that valid revenue taxes within legislative power don’t violate Article 19(1)(g), but discriminatory or colourable taxes can be struck down.