S. R. Bommai

S. R. Bommai was an Indian politician and the 9th Chief Minister of Karnataka, serving from 1988 to 1989. He was known for his commitment to secularism and democratic principles. His tenure faced political instability, and after a political crisis, he was dismissed by the central government. Bommai challenged this in the Supreme Court, leading to a landmark judgment in 1994 that strengthened the constitutional authority of state governments and clarified the limits of Central interference. His case is considered a key moment in Indian constitutional law, emphasizing federalism and the importance of respecting state autonomy.