SATYAPAL SINGH vs UNION OF INDIA

The Supreme Court dismissed the writ petition challenging the High Court's order of eviction and the imposition of exemplary costs of Rs.50,000. The Court held that the petitioner, who retained possession of government quarters after transfer, was under a legal obligation to vacate and that the High Court's decision to impose costs was improper as there was no finding of falsehood or vexatious conduct. The Court emphasized that exemplary costs should not be levied without clear grounds for such punishment.