Supreme Court of India · 2012-01-16
J.SAMUEL vs GATTU MHESH .
- Citation / case number
- SC 2011/8422
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- J.SAMUEL
- Respondent
- GATTU MHESH .
- Author
- P. Sathasivam
- Bench
- J. CHELAMESWAR P. SATHASIVAM
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined the validity of the High Court's order allowing the amendment of the plaint in a specific performance suit under the Specific Relief Act, particularly addressing the requirements of Section 16(c) of the Act and Order VI, Rule 17 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908. The Court held that the amendment was necessary to correct a typographical error and ensure compliance with statutory requirements, thereby upholding the High Court's decision. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's ruling.