Sona Chandi Oal Committee&Ors vs State Of Maharashtra

The Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality 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 are within the legislative competence of the State and do not violate any constitutional provisions. 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.