Ila Vipin Pandya vs Smita Ambalal Patel & Anr

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of access to documents in Testamentary Suit No.17 of 1996, specifically regarding the Chamber Summons filed by Smita Ambalal Patel for certified copies of Miscellaneous Application No.1 of 2004 and transcripts of audio recordings. The Court held that the High Court's order limiting access to these documents was improper, emphasizing the right to fair trial and access to evidence under Article 21 of the Constitution. The appeal was allowed, and the High Court's order was set aside, granting the requested documents to the respondent.