Case Law Digest

The Supreme Court addressed unauthorized construction, emphasizing strict adherence to building laws and rejecting regularization requests, reinforcing the rule of law and public interest. Case Details Case Name: Kaniz Ahmed v. Sabuddin Citation: 2025 INSC 610. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 30-04-2025 List of Acts: General Principles of Law; Public Interest Litigation; Building and Construction Law; Regularisation of Unauthorized Development Acts Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court clarified the extent to which Indian courts can modify arbitral awards under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. Case Details Case Name: Gayatri Balasamy v. M/S ISG Novasoft Technologies Limited Citation: 2025 INSC 605. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 30-04-2025 List of Acts: Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996; Indian Contract Act, 1872; Code of Civil Procedure, 1908; Constitution of India, 1949; The National Highways Act, 1956; General Principles of Law; Limitation Act, 1963 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court quashed charges against the appellants, accused of abetting suicide, finding insufficient evidence of direct instigation or "mens rea" to warrant prosecution under Section 306 IPC. Case Details Case Name: Shenbagavalli v. Inspector of Police Citation: 2025 INSC 607. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 30-04-2025 List of Acts: Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.P.C.); Indian Penal Code, 1860; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court directed the Union to ensure digital KYC processes are accessible to persons with disabilities, emphasizing inclusivity in digital infrastructure and services. Case Details Case Name: Pragya Prasun v. Union of India Citation: 2025 INSC 599. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 30-04-2025 List of Acts: Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016; Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017; Constitution of India, 1949; The Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002; Prevention of Money Laundering (Maintenance of Records) Rules, 2005; Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits and Services) Act, 2016; Telecom Regulatory Authority of India Act, 1997; The Indian Telegraph Act, 1885; Passports Act, 1967; General Principles of Law; United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD); Pension Fund Regulatory Authority and Development Authority Act, 2013; Aad...

The Supreme Court addressed an appeal regarding child custody, emphasizing the child's welfare as paramount and modifying the High Court's interim custody arrangement to better suit the children's needs. Case Details Case Name: Arathy Ramachandran v. Bijay Raj Menon Citation: 2025 INSC 587. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 29-04-2025 List of Acts: Guardians and Wards Act, 1890; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court overturned a High Court decision, reinforcing that quashing criminal proceedings requires abstaining from credibility assessments and mini-trials, especially when evidence supports the charges. Case Details Case Name: Renuka v. State of Karnataka Citation: 2025 INSC 596. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 29-04-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether a demand notice served to a Corporate Debtor's KMP constitutes valid service under Section 8 of the IBC, allowing CIRP initiation. Case Details Case Name: VISA COKE LIMITED v. M/S MESCO KALINGA STEEL LIMITED Citation: 2025 INSC 597. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 29-04-2025 List of Acts: Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016; Insolvency and Bankruptcy (Application to Adjudicating Authority) Rules, 2016; Companies Act, 2013; The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881; General Clauses Act, 1897; Indian Evidence Act, 1872; Principles of Natural Justice; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether a High Court, under Article 227's supervisory jurisdiction, can reject a plaint, especially when an appeal remedy exists under the Civil Procedure Code. Case Details Case Name: K. Valarmathi v. Kumaresan Citation: 2025 INSC 606. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 29-04-2025 List of Acts: Constitution of India, 1949; Civil Procedure Code, 1908; Prohibition of Benami Property Transactions Act, 1988 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court overturned the Delhi High Court's decision, reinstating the FIR against Vikramjit Singh and Maheep Singh for alleged fraudulent property dealings. Case Details Case Name: Punit Beriwala v. The State of NCT of Delhi Citation: 2025 INSC 582. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 29-04-2025 List of Acts: Criminal Procedure Code ("Cr.P.C."); The Indian Penal Code ("IPC"); Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed appeals regarding the determination of Cross-Subsidy Surcharges (CSS) for open access electricity consumers in Rajasthan, clarifying the process and timing for CSS determination. Case Details Case Name: JAIPUR VIDYUT VITARAN NIGAM LIMITED v. RAJASTHAN TEXTILE MILLS ASSOCIATION Citation: 2025 INSC 592. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 29-04-2025 List of Acts: Electricity Act, 2003; Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Tariff) Regulations, 2014 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether an application under the PTCL Act, filed after a significant delay, is maintainable, emphasizing the importance of reasonable timelines for legal remedies. Case Details Case Name: Shardhamma v. The Dy. Commissioner Citation: 2025 INSC 583. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 29-04-2025 List of Acts: Karnataka Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prohibition of Transfer of Certain Lands) Act, 1978 (PTCL Act); Mysore Land Revenue Rules; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

In a motor accident claim, the Supreme Court adjusted compensation, emphasizing "just compensation" principles, considering dependency, future prospects, and consortium for children, while referencing key precedents. Case Details Case Name: Malakappa v. IFFCO Tokio General Insurance Company Limited Citation: 2025 INSC 590. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 29-04-2025 List of Acts: Motor Vehicles Act (Implied) Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court upheld the constitutional validity of amendments to the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, clarifying pecuniary jurisdiction based on consideration paid, not compensation claimed. Case Details Case Name: Rutu Mihir Panchal v. Union of India Citation: 2025 INSC 593. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 29-04-2025 List of Acts: Consumer Protection Act, 1986; Constitution of India, 1949; Indian Contract Act, 1872; Recovery of Debts and Bankruptcy Act, 1993; Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016; Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act, 2002; The Legal Services Authority Act, 1987; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether contractual service prior to regularization should be counted for pensionary benefits under the Central Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 1972. Case Details Case Name: S.D. Jayaprakash v. Union of India Citation: 2025 INSC 594. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 29-04-2025 List of Acts: Central Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 1972 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed appeals concerning a property access dispute, emphasizing the need for a fair hearing on an application to clarify a prior order. Case Details Case Name: FILOMENA SALDANHA v. SUNIL KOHLI Citation: 2025 INSC 595. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 29-04-2025 List of Acts: Goa Panchayat Raj Act, 1994; Limitation Act, 1963; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed the calculation of disability compensation under the Employees' Compensation Act, emphasizing a nuanced approach beyond mere aggregation of injuries. Case Details Case Name: Kamal Dev Prasad v. Mahesh Forge Citation: 2025 INSC 591. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 29-04-2025 List of Acts: The Employees' Compensation Act, 1923; Motor Vehicles Act, 1988; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether a plaint was correctly rejected based on limitation, emphasizing that disputed facts regarding the date of knowledge require a full trial. Case Details Case Name: P. KUMARAKURUBARAN v. P. NARAYANAN Citation: 2025 INSC 598. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 29-04-2025 List of Acts: Code of Civil Procedure, 1908; Limitation Act, 1963; Specific Relief Act, 1963; Tamil Nadu Court Fees and Suit Valuation Act, 1955; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

In a case of honor killing, the Supreme Court examined the role of police officers in a flawed investigation and upheld convictions. Case Details Case Name: K. P. TAMILMARAN v. THE STATE REP. BY DEPUTY SUPERINTENDENT OF POLICE Citation: 2025 INSC 576. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 28-04-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Indian Evidence Act, 1872; The Police Act, 1861; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court partly allowed the appeal, converting the appellant's conviction from murder to culpable homicide not amounting to murder, emphasizing the absence of proven intent. Case Details Case Name: Chunni Bai v. State of Chhattisgarh Citation: 2025 INSC 577. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 28-04-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Indian Evidence Act, 1872; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed excise duty re-classification and provisional assessments, emphasizing the necessity of providing test reports to assessees and adhering to Rule 9B. Case Details Case Name: M/S OSWAL PETROCHEMICALS LTD. v. COMMISSIONER OF CENTRAL EXCISE MUMBAI II Citation: 2025 INSC 578. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 28-04-2025 List of Acts: Central Excise Act, 1944; Central Excise Rules, 2002; Central Excise Tariff Act, 1985; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed a dispute arising from a SARFAESI Act auction, focusing on maximizing creditor recovery and the fairness of the bidding process amidst competing offers. Case Details Case Name: GBJ HOTELS PRIVATE LIMITED v. SRIHARAN SRIPATHMANATHAN Citation: 2025 INSC 585. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 28-04-2025 List of Acts: Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act (SARFAESI Act); General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court quashed an FIR for rape, emphasizing implied consent in long-term live-in relationships where parties are aware of the consequences, absent proof of a false promise of marriage from the outset. Case Details Case Name: Ravish Singh Rana v. State of Uttarakhand Citation: 2025 INSC 635. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 28-04-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether liquidated damages could be deducted when the contract's timeline was extended, focusing on the interplay between contract clauses and statutory provisions. Case Details Case Name: CONSOLIDATED CONSTRUCTION CONSORTIUM LIMITED v. SOFTWARE TECHNOLOGY PARKS OF INDIA Citation: 2025 INSC 574. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 28-04-2025 List of Acts: Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996; Indian Contract Act, 1872; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to convict the appellant under Section 306 IPC for abetment of suicide, stemming from dowry-related harassment of the deceased. Case Details Case Name: Shakuntla Devi v. The State of Uttar Pradesh Citation: 2025 INSC 581. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 25-04-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; The Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed grievances of plot allottees in Okhla Enclave, directing scrutiny of claims and emphasizing fairness in allotment processes, particularly for general category allottees. Case Details Case Name: OKHLA ENCLAVE PLOT HOLDERS WEL. ASON. v. UNION OF INDIA THROUGH SECRETARY Citation: 2025 INSC 573. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 25-04-2025 List of Acts: Haryana Development and Regulation of Urban Areas Act, 1975; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether High Courts erred in quashing FIRs based on non-adherence to natural justice during bank fraud classifications. Case Details Case Name: CENTRAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION v. SURENDRA PATWA Citation: 2025 INSC 572. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 25-04-2025 List of Acts: General Principles of Law; Master Directions on Frauds - Classification and Reporting by commercial banks and select FIs, dated 01.07.2016; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; SBI v. Rajesh Agarwal, (2023) 6 SCC 1 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court partly allowed the appeal, modifying the sentence for an offense under Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, while upholding the conviction and sentence under Section 13. Case Details Case Name: Dashrath v. The State of Maharashtra Citation: 2025 INSC 654. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 24-04-2025 List of Acts: Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023; Constitution of India, 1949; Indian Evidence Act, 1872; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed the maintainability of a claim for financial upgradation, emphasizing the importance of timely action and exhaustion of remedies under the Administrative Tribunals Act, 1985. Case Details Case Name: THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER v. S. LALITHA Citation: 2025 INSC 565. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 24-04-2025 List of Acts: Administrative Tribunals Act, 1985; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed the eviction of a tenant, focusing on the landlord's bona fide need and comparative hardship, ultimately ruling in favor of the landlord's legal heirs. Case Details Case Name: MURLIDHAR AGGARWAL v. MAHENDRA PRATAP KAKAN Citation: 2025 INSC 564. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 24-04-2025 List of Acts: Uttar Pradesh Urban Buildings (Regulation of Letting, Rent and Eviction) Act, 1972; Uttar Pradesh Urban Buildings (Regulation of Letting, Rent and Eviction) Rules, 1972; U.P. (Temporary) Control of Rent and Eviction Act, 1947; Indian Soldiers (Litigation) Act, 1925; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court held Shaji Augustine guilty of civil contempt for wilfully disobeying court orders related to payment of dues, imposing imprisonment and a fine. Case Details Case Name: M/S Chithra Woods Manors Welfare Association v. Shaji Augustine Citation: 2025 INSC 567. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 24-04-2025 List of Acts: Contempt of Courts Act, 1971; Constitution of India, 1949; Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court upheld the denial of promotion to an IAS officer, affirming that the Review Committee appropriately considered his entire service record, including past adverse remarks and conduct. Case Details Case Name: Raju Narayana Swamy v. State of Kerala Citation: 2025 INSC 563. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 23-04-2025 List of Acts: IAS (Pay) Rules, 2016; General Guidelines for Promotion etc. and functioning of Screening Committees; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether disciplinary proceedings against an officer for alleged negligence during the 1984 riots should continue after a significant delay and his retirement. Case Details Case Name: Durga Prasad v. Govt. of NCT of Delhi Citation: 2025 INSC 548. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 23-04-2025 List of Acts: CCS (CCA) Rules, 1965; CCS (Pension) Rules, 1972; Section 144 CrPC; Section 188 IPC; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court overturned a High Court judgment, emphasizing that actions like inappropriate physical contact and sending vulgar images, within a teacher-student relationship, warrant a POCSO Act trial. Case Details Case Name: X v. Rajesh Kumar Citation: 2025 INSC 579. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 23-04-2025 List of Acts: The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO Act); The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC); Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.P.C.) Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court affirmed that parties contesting a compromise decree must first approach the Trial Court under Order XXIII Rule 3 of the CPC before appealing. Case Details Case Name: SAKINA SULTANALI SUNESARA (MOMIN) v. SHIA IMAMI ISMAILI MOMIN JAMAT SAMAJ Citation: 2025 INSC 570. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 23-04-2025 List of Acts: Code of Civil Procedure, 1908; Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987; Constitution of India, 1949 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court affirmed the High Court's order for a CBI investigation into a suspicious death, emphasizing the need for impartiality and public trust in the justice system. Case Details Case Name: RAMACHANDRAIAH v. M. MANJULA Citation: 2025 INSC 556. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 23-04-2025 List of Acts: Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Indian Penal Code, 1860; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether a High Court judge could review a coordinate bench's order finding contempt, emphasizing judicial propriety and the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971. Case Details Case Name: Rajan Chadha v. Sanjay Arora Citation: 2025 INSC 546. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 23-04-2025 List of Acts: Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996; Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016; Contempt of Courts Act, 1971; Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act (SARFAESI Act); General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court reversed the High Court's decision, holding that the plaintiffs' suit for recovery of possession was barred by limitation and failed to prove title. Case Details Case Name: Rajeev Gupta v. Prashant Garg Citation: 2025 INSC 552. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 23-04-2025 List of Acts: Code of Civil Procedure, 1908; Indian Evidence Act, 1872; Transfer of Property Act, 1882; Limitation Act, 1963; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed appeals concerning orders for document production and raising additional grounds in a property dispute, emphasizing adherence to procedural law and the scope of appellate review. Case Details Case Name: SRI SHRIKANTH NS v. K MUNIVENKATAPPA Citation: 2025 INSC 557. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 23-04-2025 List of Acts: Constitution of India, 1949; Code of Civil Procedure, 1908; Indian Penal Code, 1860; Karnataka Land Revenue Act; Karanataka Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prohibition of Transfer of Certain Lands) Act, 1978 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether re-employed government servants are entitled to a second leave encashment, clarifying the interplay between service and leave rules. Case Details Case Name: THE STATE OF SIKKIM v. DR. MOOL RAJ KOTWAL Citation: 2025 INSC 559. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 23-04-2025 List of Acts: Sikkim Government Services (Leave) Rules, 1982; Sikkim Government Service Rules, 1974; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed the denial of disability pension to an army veteran, emphasizing the presumption of service connection and the employer's burden of proof. Case Details Case Name: Bijender Singh v. Union of India Citation: 2025 INSC 549. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 23-04-2025 List of Acts: Armed Forces Tribunal Act, 2007; Armed Forces Tribunal (Procedure) Rules, 2008; Pension Regulations for the Army, 1961; Entitlement Rules for Casualty Pensionary Awards, 1982; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed the seniority dispute of judicial officers, appointed following a High Court order, ruling on their entitlement to seniority over a later-appointed batch. Case Details Case Name: Pawan Kumar Agrawal v. State of Chhattisgarh Citation: 2025 INSC 545. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 23-04-2025 List of Acts: Constitution of India, 1949; Chhattisgarh Lower Judicial (Recruitment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 1994; Chhattisgarh Civil Services (General Conditions of Services) Rules, 1961; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court reviewed the High Court's acquittal of the accused in a rape and kidnapping case, focusing on inconsistencies in the prosecutrix's testimony. Case Details Case Name: THE STATE OF HIMACHAL PRADESH v. SANJAY KUMAR Citation: 2025 INSC 561. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 23-04-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Criminal Procedure Code, 1973; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether the High Court erred in modifying its initial judgment, altering a murder conviction to culpable homicide based on a "clerical error." Case Details Case Name: Ramyash @ Lal Bahadur v. The State of Uttar Pradesh Citation: 2025 INSC 544. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 23-04-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Uttar Pradesh Victim Compensation Scheme, 2014 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether a Magistrate must provide detailed reasoning when taking cognizance of an offense, ultimately setting aside a High Court order for lack of interference. Case Details Case Name: Pramila Devi v. The State of Jharkhand Citation: 2025 INSC 560. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 23-04-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; The Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings against an appellant, finding he lacked direct involvement in the alleged fraudulent property auction due to his position at the time. Case Details Case Name: Sivakumar v. The Inspector of Police Citation: 2025 INSC 558. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 23-04-2025 List of Acts: Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act (SARFAESI Act); Indian Penal Code, 1860; Transfer of Property Act, 1882 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings against the husband's relatives, cautioning against the misuse of dowry and cruelty laws to settle personal scores. Case Details Case Name: Muppidi Lakshmi Narayana Reddy v. The State of Andhra Pradesh Citation: 2025 INSC 562. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 23-04-2025 List of Acts: Criminal Procedure Code, 1973; Indian Penal Code, 1860; The Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961; Information Technology Act, 2000 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court upheld the Allahabad High Court's decision, emphasizing the necessity of adhering to principles of natural justice in disciplinary proceedings, particularly regarding providing the enquiry report to the charged employee. Case Details Case Name: THE STATE OF UTTAR PRADESH v. RAM PRAKASH SINGH Citation: 2025 INSC 555. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 23-04-2025 List of Acts: U.P. Government Servants (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1999; Civil Service Regulations; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law; Indian Evidence Act, 1872 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court overturned the appellant's dismissal, citing violations of natural justice and procedural irregularities in the disciplinary proceedings, emphasizing the right to cross-examination. Case Details Case Name: MAHARANA PRATAP SINGH v. THE STATE OF BIHAR Citation: 2025 INSC 554. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 23-04-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Indian Evidence Act, 1872; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law; Bihar and Orissa Subordinate Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1935; Civil Services (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules, 1930; Bihar Police Manual, 1978 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether a plaintiff, with a valid gift deed, must seek cancellation of a subsequent sale deed to secure a declaration of title. Case Details Case Name: Hussain Ahmed Choudhury v. Habibur Rahman Citation: 2025 INSC 553. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 23-04-2025 List of Acts: Specific Relief Act, 1963; Transfer of Property Act, 1882; Limitation Act, 1963; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

In a matrimonial dispute, the Supreme Court dissolved the marriage, exercising its power under Article 142, granting the mother visitation rights considering the child's welfare. Case Details Case Name: Ramanuj Kumar v. Priyanka Citation: 2025 INSC 543. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 22-04-2025 List of Acts: Hindu Marriage Act, 1955; Indian Penal Code, 1860; The Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961; Constitution of India, 1949 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether the High Court erred in not considering probation for appellants convicted under Section 498A IPC, emphasizing the Probation of Offenders Act's relevance. Case Details Case Name: Chellammal v. State Rep. by the Inspector of Police Citation: 2025 INSC 540. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 22-04-2025 List of Acts: Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Indian Penal Code, 1860; The Probation of Offenders Act, 1958; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether the High Court erred in allowing a writ petition to set aside an ex parte decree, questioning the justification for condoning a significant delay. Case Details Case Name: Kanchhu v. Prakash Chand Citation: 2025 INSC 542. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 22-04-2025 List of Acts: Constitution of India, 1949; Code of Civil Procedure, 1908; Limitation Act, 1963; Specific Relief Act, 1963 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether a public servant on deputation requires sanction under Section 197 CrPC for prosecution of offenses under IPC and PC Act. Case Details Case Name: CENTRAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION v. RAMESH CHANDER DIWAN Citation: 2025 INSC 539. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 22-04-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key