Explore comprehensive reports detailing selected cases determined by the historic Court of Sudder Dewanny Adawlut. This collection offers invaluable insights into the legal judgments and precedents set by this prominent court, providing essential context for understanding historical Indian law and judicial practices.
The Five Per Cent Case refers to a significant series of legal disputes in Indian legal history, primarily heard by the Privy Council. These landmark cases dealt with critical questions of government power, jurisdiction, and sovereign immunity, profoundly shaping the foundations of constitutional law in pre-independence India and influencing future legal doctrines.
Explore historical decisions of the Sudder Dewanny Adawlut recorded in English, conforming to Act XII of 1843, spanning the years 1845 to 1861. This collection provides valuable insights into the legal landscape and judicial processes of British India during that period, offering a glimpse into the application of law and governance.