Commitment to Public Welfare — Landmark Cases

Landmark Cases

State of Punjab v. Ram Lubhaya Bagga

1998

This landmark judgment established that public servants have a constitutional duty to act in public interest and cannot claim immunity for actions that violate this duty. The…

Vineet Narain v. Union of India (Hawala Case)

1998

This case established comprehensive guidelines for ensuring integrity and accountability in public services, emphasizing that commitment to public welfare requires proactive…

Common Cause v. Union of India (Right to Die with Dignity)

2018

This judgment recognized passive euthanasia and living wills, demonstrating how public welfare commitment requires balancing individual autonomy with societal values. The court…