Sona Chandi Oal Committee&Ors.; vs State Of Maharashtra

The Supreme Court upheld the validity of Section 9-A of the Bombay Money Lenders Act, 1946, as amended by Maharashtra Act No. 7 of 1992, which imposes an inspection fee for the renewal of money lender's licenses. The Court found that the provisions do not violate the Constitution of India and are within the legislative competence of the State. Consequently, the appeal to strike down Section 9-A and quash the demand notice for the inspection fee was dismissed, affirming the High Court's decision.