UNION OF INDIA vs JYOTI CHIT FUND & FINANCE & ORS.

The Supreme Court ruled that the Union of India has the standing to object to the attachment of provident fund and pension dues of government servants, emphasizing that public policy protects these dues from claims by judgment-creditors. The Court held that the lower courts erred in dismissing the Union's objections on the grounds of lack of interest, stating that the government has a legitimate concern in ensuring the non-attachability of such funds. The appeal was allowed, reinforcing the principle that technicalities should not override substantial justice in matters affecting public policy.