Explained | Scope Of Article 131 Of Indian Constitution As Interpreted By Supreme Court In West Bengal's Suit Against Centre

The article discusses Article 131 of the Indian Constitution, focusing on its interpretation by the Supreme Court in West Bengal's suit against the Centre. Article 131 empowers the Supreme Court with exclusive jurisdiction over disputes between states or between the Centre and states, which involve questions of law or fact. The Court clarified that disputes must pertain to legal rights and not political or administrative matters to fall under Article 131. This interpretation underscores the Court's role in resolving constitutional disputes of significant legal import between governmental entities.