Rustom Cavasjee Cooper (Appellant) Vs Union of India (Respondent) (1970)
Landmark 1970 ruling on bank nationalisation; SC struck down 1969 law for violating Articles 14 & 31(2), redefining fundamental rights protection.
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Landmark 1970 ruling on bank nationalisation; SC struck down 1969 law for violating Articles 14 & 31(2), redefining fundamental rights protection.
Supreme Court criticizes insurance companies for filing unnecessary appeals that delay compensation, urging faster settlements for claimants.
This landmark ruling held that compensation for surplus land under the Tamil Nadu Land Reforms Act is determined by the law on the actual notification date, not temporary retrospe…
The Supreme Court held the State liable for custodial deaths, allowing compensation for fundamental rights violations and placing the burden of proof on the State under Article 21.
SC allows appeal, quashes Kerala HC order, upholds Single Judge’s direction, awards ₹50L to appellant, and recommends action against erring officers.