Blacklisting Of An Entity Amounts To 'Civil Death', Must Be Justifiable And Proportionate: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court of India highlighted that blacklisting an entity is a drastic measure and must be justifiable and proportionate. The court emphasized that the decision to blacklist must be based on valid reasons and cannot be arbitrary or excessive. Blacklisting can have severe consequences on an entity's business and reputation, so the court stressed the need for transparency and fairness in such decisions. The ruling provides a guideline for government bodies and organizations in India to ensure that blacklisting decisions are made with due consideration of their impact and legality.