Article 141
Law declared by Supreme Court to be binding on all courts
Part V: The Union
The law declared by the Supreme Court shall be binding on all courts within the territory of India.
The Constitution of India (As on 1 May 2026). Includes every amendment up to the Constitution (One Hundred and Sixth Amendment) Act, 2023. The small raised numbers in the text point to the amendment notes below.
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