State of Kerala v. M.K. Krishnan Nair & Others (1978)
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.
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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.
This case upheld reasonable limits on property rights to protect poor farmers, stressing harmony between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles for social justice.
Landmark case establishing Parliament cannot amend the Constitution’s basic structure, safeguarding democracy, fundamental rights, and core principles.
Supreme Court directs High Courts to hear anticipatory bail pleas directly only in four special cases, limiting their direct jurisdiction.
SC allows appeal, quashes Kerala HC order, upholds Single Judge’s direction, awards ₹50L to appellant, and recommends action against erring officers.