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CLAT Legal Aptitude: Recent Judgments to Know

CL Team July 24 2025
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CLAT Legal Aptitude: Recent Judgments to Know

Case Law References in Exams
For CLAT Aspirants | Career Launcher South Ex

Introduction

The Legal Aptitude section of CLAT doesn’t just test your knowledge of law — it tests your awareness of how law is applied. Recent case laws and landmark judgments are not only relevant for Legal GK but also appear in the reasoning passages, where you may be asked to analyze legal principles based on real or adapted cases.

At Career Launcher South Ex, we advise CLAT aspirants to stay updated with 8–10 key judgments from the past year. These cases help you understand legal principles in action and give you an edge in solving legal reasoning questions with context.

In this blog, we cover important recent judgments you should know — and how to use them effectively during preparation.

Why Recent Judgments Matter in CLAT

  • Strengthen Legal GK: Questions may ask about landmark decisions, their implications, or related constitutional articles.

  • Sharpen Legal Reasoning: Case-based passages often mirror the logic of real Supreme Court decisions.

  • Impress in Interviews: For NLUs with a second stage or post-CLAT interviews, legal awareness sets you apart.

  • Prepare for Future Exams: Many law exams (like AILET, SLAT) also test current legal developments.

Key Judgments Every Aspirant Should Know

1. Vivek Narayan Sharma v. Union of India (2023)

  • Issue: Challenge to the 2016 demonetization.

  • Verdict: The Supreme Court upheld the government’s decision, stating it had proper legislative backing.

  • Legal Principle: Judicial review of policy decisions; scope of executive power.

2. S. Sushma v. Commissioner of Police (2021–2023)

  • Issue: Protection for same-sex couples from harassment.

  • Verdict: High Courts emphasized individual liberty and directed police sensitization.

  • Legal Principle: Right to privacy, non-discrimination under Articles 14 and 21.

3. Anuradha Bhasin v. Union of India (2020)

  • Issue: Internet shutdowns in J&K.

  • Verdict: Access to internet is part of freedom of speech and expression.

  • Legal Principle: Proportionality in restricting fundamental rights.

4. Kaushal Kishor v. State of UP (2023)

  • Issue: Do public functionaries enjoy free speech like citizens?

  • Verdict: Yes, but subject to reasonable restrictions.

  • Legal Principle: Balance between personal expression and public responsibility.

5. Lt. Col. Nitisha v. Union of India (2021)

  • Issue: Gender discrimination in army promotions.

  • Verdict: SC struck down bias against women officers.

  • Legal Principle: Equality under Article 14, non-discrimination in employment.

How to Use Case Laws in Preparation

1. Create Flashcards
Include:

  • Case name

  • Legal issue

  • Final verdict

  • Article(s) involved

  • One-line legal principle

2. Practice Matching Questions

Sample: Match the case to the principle
a) Navtej Singh Johar v. Union of India –
b) Anuradha Bhasin v. Union of India –
c) Vineet Narain v. Union of India –
d) Sabarimala Judgment –

i) Right to privacy
ii) Decriminalization of Section 377
iii) Women’s right to temple entry
iv) Autonomy of investigating agencies

Answer: a–ii, b–i, c–iv, d–iii

3. Use Case Law in Legal Reasoning Practice

Sample Question:
A public authority shuts down internet access in a city during protests. A petition is filed claiming this violates freedom of speech.
Based on Anuradha Bhasin, which principle applies?
a) Blanket internet bans must be reviewed
b) Executive can restrict communication as needed
c) There is no right to internet

Correct answer: a)

Tips for Retaining Case Laws

  • Revise once a week: Just 10–15 minutes to go over flashcards

  • Group cases by theme: Fundamental rights, gender justice, administrative law, etc.

  • Discuss with peers: Teaching a case to someone is the best way to remember it

  • Relate to news: Track how similar principles appear in current affairs

Final Thoughts from Career Launcher South Ex

Understanding legal theory is good — but applying it through case law is better. The recent judgments you’ve read today not only reflect the law of the land but also demonstrate how legal principles evolve.

At Career Launcher South Ex, we integrate current judgments into our Legal Aptitude classes, mocks, and revision notes — so you’re always prepared with context, clarity, and confidence.

Don’t just memorize. Analyze.
Don’t just read. Apply.
That’s how you master Legal Aptitude — the CL way.