STATE OF GOA AND ORS. vs A. H. JAFFAR AND SONS

The Supreme Court held that the remedy of revision under Section 30 of the Mines and Minerals Regulation and Development Act, 1957 is the appropriate course for the respondents, rather than approaching the High Court under Article 226. The Court emphasized that the delay in filing the revision could be condoned if sufficient cause is shown, particularly since the respondents were pursuing their remedy in good faith. The appeal by the State of Goa was allowed, and the High Court's order was set aside, allowing the respondents to approach the Central Government for a decision on their application.