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Dhulia

Analysis

Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia’s notable judgements

Highlights include a dissent in a long-pending case, a stirring verdict on language recognition and a reiteration of evidence law principles

Ajitesh Singh

18th Aug 2025

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Property Owners Association v State of Maharashtra

The Supreme Court unanimously held that Article 31C as upheld in Kesavananada Bharati (1973) remains in the Constitution after the decision in Minerva Mills (1980). The majority also held that not all privately owned property is a "material resource of the community" in an 8:1 majority.

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