Q. Which state was brought first suit under original jurisdiction against centre?
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Red Book

[A] Andhra Pradesh

[B] Tamil Nadu

[C] West Bengal

[D] Kerala

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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