M/S. Dhodha House vs S.K. Maingi

The Supreme Court examined the jurisdiction of civil courts in relation to the Copyright Act, 1957 and the Trade and Merchandise Marks Act, 1958. It held that civil courts have the authority to adjudicate disputes regarding copyright and trademark infringement, emphasizing the importance of protecting intellectual property rights. The Court overturned the High Court's ruling that denied jurisdiction based on territorial grounds, affirming the plaintiff's rights to seek injunctions against infringement.