Civil Law Recent Supreme Court Decisions

By S.Bageerathan, Advocate, Practicing at Madras High Court

Civil litigation in India follows strict procedural rules to ensure fairness and efficiency. Recent Supreme Court rulings have clarified key aspects of civil procedure, including limits on amendments, admissibility of evidence beyond pleadings, and jurisdictional issues in interim relief.

Amendment of Pleadings and Evidence

The Supreme Court in Srinivas Raghavendrarao Desai v. Kumar Vamanrao reaffirmed that cases must be based on pleadings submitted by the parties. Amendments are allowed but must follow procedural rules. The court ruled that introducing evidence beyond the pleadings, especially after amendment rejection, is impermissible, maintaining transparency in the process.

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