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In which of the following cases did the Supreme Court overrule its own precedent for the first time?
Question

In which of the following cases did the Supreme Court overrule its own precedent for the first time?

A.

Kharak Singh v. State of U.P.

B.

Maneka Gandhi v. Union of India

C.

Bengal Immunity Co. v. State of Bihar

D.

Keshav Mills Co. v. Income-tax Commissioner

Correct option is C

The Supreme Court of India, for the first time, overruled its own precedent in Bengal Immunity Co. v. State of Bihar (1955). In this case, the Court overruled its earlier decision in State of Bombay v. United Motors India Ltd. on the scope of Article 286 of the Constitution regarding the power of States to levy taxes on inter-state sales.
Information Booster:
The overruling of precedents by the Supreme Court showcases its ability to evolve jurisprudence, adapting to changing interpretations of the law in light of new arguments and circumstances.
Additional Knowledge:
· Kharak Singh v. State of U.P.: Related to the right to privacy.
· Maneka Gandhi v. Union of India: Expanded the interpretation of personal liberty under Article 21.
· Keshav Mills Co. v. Income-tax Commissioner: Related to tax law, but not the first instance of overruling precedent.

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