Manohar Lal Sharma vs Narendra Damodardas Modi

The Supreme Court examined the legality of the procurement process for 36 Rafale Fighter Jets under the Inter-Governmental Agreement, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in defense procurement as mandated by the Defence Procurement Procedure. The Court held that the procurement process did not violate any laws or principles of natural justice, thus dismissing the petitions challenging the deal. The judgment reaffirmed the importance of national security considerations in defense acquisitions while ensuring adherence to procedural norms.