SREENIVASA GENERAL TRADERS & ORS. ETC. vs STATE OF ANDHRA PRADESH & ORS. ETC.

The Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of Section 7(6) of the Andhra Pradesh (Agricultural Produce and Livestock) Markets Act, 1966, which prohibits the purchase and sale of notified agricultural produce outside designated markets, ruling it as a reasonable restriction under Article 19(6) of the Constitution. The Court emphasized that the legislation aims to protect producers from exploitation and ensure fair pricing by regulating markets and eliminating middlemen. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the validity of the market fee levied under Section 12(1) as it correlates with the services provided by Market Committees.