UNION OF INDIA vs RAFIQUE SHAIKH BHIKAN .

The Supreme Court addressed the legality of the 2011 Haj Policy requiring private operators to have a minimum office area of 250 sq. ft. for registration as travel agents for Hajj. The Court upheld the Bombay High Court's rejection of the challenge to the policy but stayed its directions regarding seat allocation due to time constraints. The Court indicated its intent to examine the Haj policy comprehensively, beyond just the eligibility of private tour operators, thereby establishing the principle that government policies must be evaluated in their entirety for legality and fairness.