Legal Cases from the Bombay High Court

Bombay High Court oversees legal cases for Maharashtra, Goa, Daman & Diu, and Dadra & Nagar Haveli under Article 214

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Landmark rulings on housing disputes under the Maharashtra Rent Control Act upheld tenant and property owner rights

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Decriminalization of LGBTQ+ relations under Article 21 highlights HC's pivotal role in upholding equality and justice

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Recent focus includes resolving RERA disputes, protecting homebuyers, and ensuring builders’ accountability in Mumbai

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Proactively enforces labor laws in Maharashtra to improve worker rights and address workplace safety violations

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Invalidated arbitrary land acquisitions, ensuring fair compensation under the Land Acquisition Act, 2013

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Bombay High Court functions under India's Constitution to handle complex regional legal matters and disputes

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Writ petitions under Article 226 empower citizens to seek justice for rights violations in the HC's jurisdiction

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Appeals against HC judgments often escalate to the Supreme Court, ensuring checks and balances under Article 136

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Judges appointed by the President under Article 217 safeguard judicial independence and integrity of the Bombay HC

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The court consistently upholds constitutional values, promoting fairness and legal certainty in its jurisdiction

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