Bilateral Treaties — Landmark Judgments

Landmark Judgments

Maganbhai Ishwarbhai Patel vs Union of India

1969

This landmark judgment established the fundamental principle that international treaties do not automatically become part of Indian domestic law. The Supreme Court held that for…

Vishaka vs State of Rajasthan

1997

While primarily known for establishing workplace sexual harassment guidelines, this case demonstrated how international treaty obligations (CEDAW) can influence domestic law…

Gramophone Company of India Ltd vs Birendra Bahadur Pandey

1984

This case clarified the status of international treaties in Indian law, reaffirming that treaties do not have automatic domestic application. The Supreme Court emphasized that…

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