Citation: AIR 1982 SC 149 · Court: Supreme Court of India · Year: 1981
Case title
S.P. Gupta v. Union of India (Judges’ Transfer)
Facts
Transfers of High Court judges and judicial independence issues; early PIL standing expansion.
Judgment / holding
Opened public interest standing pathways and examined executive role in judicial appointments/transfers.
Takeaway for the education desk
For desk readers: name the court (Supreme Court), the year (1981), the natures (constitutional, service-law), and separate alleged facts from the holding. Confirm the operative reportable judgment before relying on any classroom summary.
Educational note only. Not legal advice. Not an official certified copy. Confirm the operative judgment before relying on this summary.