Q. Which state was brought first suit under original jurisdiction against centre?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation: In 1961, the first suit, under the original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court, was brought by West Bengal against the Centre.
- The State Government challenged the Constitutional validity of the Coal Bearing Areas (Acquisition and Development) Act, 1957, passed by the Parliament.
- However, the Supreme Court dismissed the suit by upholding the validity of the Act.
Source: Laxmikanth
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