International Spirits And Wines ... vs The State Of Haryana

The Supreme Court upheld the validity of Rule 24(i-eeee) of the Haryana Liquor License Rules 1970, stating that the creation of a single L-1BF license for imported foreign liquor does not violate Article 19(6) of the Constitution. The Court found that the process of granting the license through public auction does not constitute an unconstitutional monopoly, as it allows participation from all interested parties. The appellant's challenge was dismissed, affirming that the rule aligns with the objectives of increasing revenue and controlling illicit trade under the Punjab Excise Act, 1914, specifically referencing Section 59(a).