SHORT ANSWER:
The Supreme Court of India has delivered several landmark judgments that define the scope of legislative powers between the Centre and the States.
DETAILS:
- Notable cases include the "State of West Bengal v. Union of India" (1963) which clarified the distribution of powers under the Constitution.
- The "Kesavananda Bharati case" (1973) established the Basic Structure doctrine, affecting legislative powers.
- The "Minerva Mills case" (1980) reinforced the balance of power between the Centre and States.
- The "S.R. Bommai case" (1994) addressed the use of Article 356 and the powers of the Centre over States.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- These judgments do not impose punishments but clarify the constitutional framework and legislative authority.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Supreme Court Judgments
Related Questions: