For the AIBE 2026 exam, studying the landmark judgments will help to score well. These cases have shaped the legal framework in the country. Read on for the list of caselaws.
Landmark Judgements for AIBE Exam 2026 with Analysis
The Bar Council of India will conduct the AIBE 21 Exam 2026 on June 7, 2026, in offline mode. Candidates looking to sit for the exam must have a thorough understanding of the major landmark judgments. Candidates can fill out the AIBE Application Form until April 30, 2026.
Read further to know some of the top landmark judgments that are a must for AIBE preparation. These cases cover topics like constitutional law, criminal law, contract law, family law, and more. These are mostly asked in exams like CLAT, MHCET Law, and others. Hence, aspirants must read it carefully.
- Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala
- Maneka Gandhi v. Union of India
- Shah Bano Case
- Sabarimala Case
- State of Rajasthan v. Union of India
- Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan Case
- Golaknath v. State of Punjab (1967) Case
- Indira Sawhney v Union of India
- Sarla Mudgal Case
- Association of Democratic Reforms v. Union of India (2024)
- Deepika Singh v. Central Administrative Tribunal
Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala
The Kesavananda Bharati Judgement, also known as the Basic Structure Doctrine Case, is known to be one of the most significant constitutional law cases in India. Every Law student or those aspiring to study Law must know this landmark judgment and understand its significance. This case highlights that the Parliament has power to amend the Indian Constitution but the power to alter its fundamental framework or basic features is limited.
Commonly asked questions
It is must for anyone preparing for AIBE Exam to understand the syllabus and exam pattern properly. Once you get clarity on both, you must prepare a plan to crack AIBE Exam. With dedication and daily practice it is not tough to clear AIBE Exam in first attempt.
The total score in the AIBE is 100 marks, consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions. For each correct answer candidate will be awarded 1 mark. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
Both exams are national level. While AIBE is a certification exam, CLAT is an entrance exam to get admission into NLUs. The difficulty level of both the exams are more or less same.
Maneka Gandhi v. Union of India
The case is a major judgement for the evolution of Indian constitutional law. It has increased the scope of personal liberty under Article 21 and introduced the concept of due process. It ensured that the state's actions affecting individual rights must be reasonable.
Shah Bano Case
It marked a significant victory for women’s rights in the context of maintenance after divorce. The case sparked debates on the relationship between personal laws and secular laws. The case remains major in gender justice and the application of secular law in India.
Commonly asked questions
The AIBE Exam is no longer conducted in open-book format. Candidates will be allowed to carry only bare acts without notes.
No candidates can actually prepare for AIBE Exam along with their class 12th exam. They just need to take out time to prepare for the entrance exam.
The candidates can download their Certificate of Practice (CoP) from the link given on the official portal. The candidates can get their CoP by logging with their Enrollment number.
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Sabarimala Case
This case speaks about the struggle for gender equality for women to worship in religious places. It was a fight against discrimination. It made sure that constitutional principles such as equality, freedom, and dignity prevailed over discriminatory practices based on gender.
State of Rajasthan v. Union of India
It is a major decision taken in relation to financial federalism. The court order forced the government's authority to allocate and regulate the financial resources to the states.
Commonly asked questions
Until 2020, the AIBE Exam used to be conducted in an open-book format. While many students have requested to make it open book again, no decision on this have been taken so far.
Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan Case
The judgment in Vishaka and Others vs. State of Rajasthan (1997) stands as a landmark judgement in the country's legal history. The judgment must be known by not only every law student but also every citizen who wants the gender justice.
Golaknath v. State of Punjab (1967) Case
Golaknath case was decided in 1967 by the Supreme Court of India. Many legislations passed by the Government violated the Right to Property (Article 31) and other Fundamental Rights. Such amendments were challenged in this case. It then became the milestone case.
Indira Sawhney v Union of India
Indira Sawhney's judgment laid down the guidelines to be followed while implementing the reservation policy. The Mandal Commission case contributed to proposing the scope and extent of constitutional validity of 27% reservation for Other Backward Classes (OBCs).
Sarla Mudgal Case
This case highlighted the issue of a Hindu man converting to Islam. This practice was prevalent when men used to illegally dissolve their marriage. The court ruled this act as illegal. This Judgment highlighted the need for Uniform Civil Code.
Association of Democratic Reforms v. Union of India (2024)
Struck down the Electoral Bonds Scheme for violating the right to information.
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Deepika Singh v. Central Administrative Tribunal
The landmark SC judgement pronounced that a woman cannot be denied maternity leave on the basis that she has already availed child care leave for her stepchildren. The court further directed that maternity benefits are important for female workforce participation.
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Yes, candidates can raise objection on AIBE Answer Key. Based on the objections received, the AIBE Final Answer Key will be released. The AIBE Result is declared based on the final answer key.
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There is no negative marking in the exam. But one mark is given for every correct answer. In case you leave any questions unanswered, nothing will be deducted.
AIBE Marking Scheme 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Negative Marking | No |
| Number of questions | 100 |
| Marks per question | 1 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
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The AIBE provisional answer key will be released soon after the exam. It will be published on allindiabarexamination.com. The objection window will open thereafter for candidates to challenge discrepancies.
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Candidates who will successfully pass the AIBE exam will be issued the CoP by BCI. The qualified candidates will have to collect their Certificate of Practice from their respective State Bar Councils. It is a mandatory document to practice Law in India.
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No, you cannot submit challenges against the AIBE answer key offline. Objections must be submitted online only through the official website, allindiabarexamination.com.
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No, you cannot email objections for the AIBE answer key to the Bar Council of India. Objections must be submitted online through the AIBE PORTAL by logging in with your credentials, paying the required fee of INR 500 per question, and uploading supporting documentation.
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AIBE Exam is held in 22 languages, including English. So, the question paper will be in the language choosen by the candidate while filling the application form.
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If you don't get your chosen AIBE test city, the BCI gives you the next the nearest center that has space left. The details will show on your hall ticket, so check it carefully.
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