Minerva Mills v. Union of India (1980)

Citation: (1980) 3 SCC 625 · Court: Supreme Court of India · Year: 1980

Case title

Minerva Mills v. Union of India

Facts

Challenge to amendments elevating Directive Principles over fundamental rights.

Judgment / holding

Reaffirmed basic structure; harmony between Parts III and IV cannot be destroyed.

Takeaway for the education desk

For desk readers: name the court (Supreme Court), the year (1980), the natures (constitutional), and separate alleged facts from the holding. Confirm the operative reportable judgment before relying on any classroom summary.

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