Supreme Court of India · 2025-12-04
Bpl Limited vs Morgan Securities And Credits Private ...
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Bpl Limited
- Respondent
- Morgan Securities And Credits Private ...
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined the enforceability of contractual provisions related to penal interest under Indian law, particularly in the context of arbitration and commercial contracts. The court analyzed whether charging penal interest on penal interest violates public policy, referencing both domestic and foreign jurisprudence. It ultimately clarified the legal stance on the enforceability of such contractual clauses, emphasizing the importance of public policy considerations. The judgment provides guidance on the interpretation of contractual interest clauses and their compliance with Indian law.