Rikhab Chand Jain v. Union of India

The case involved constitutional scrutiny of administrative actions and whether the Union Government’s decisions were arbitrary or ultra vires. The Supreme Court outlined the limits of judicial review, reiterating that courts cannot examine policy merits unless actions violate constitutional mandates. It analysed delegated legislation principles, procedural fairness, and proportionality doctrine. The Court also addressed the need for transparency and adherence to statutory requirements before taking executive action. The judgment strengthens administrative law clarity by defining when judicial intervention is appropriate.