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UPON SUBMISSION TO THE HON’BLE JUSTICE AND HIS COMPANIAN JUSTICES OF THE
HIGH COURT OF REPUBLIC OF INDONIA
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INDEX OF AUTHORITIES................................................................... 3
CASES
STATUES AND BOOKS
ELECTRONIC MEDIUM
LIST OF ABBREVATIONS ................................................................... 4
PRAYER................................................................................................................. 16
INDEX OF AUTHORITIES
CASES
1. Jayaswals Neco Limited v/s Union of India
2. Oil & Natural Gas Commission v. Utpal Kumar Basu & Ors
3. Sunil Batra v. Delhi Administration (1978)
4. State of West Bengal v. Ashok Dey
5. Maneka Gandhi v. Union of India (1978)
6. K.S. Puttaswamy v. Union of India
7. Medical Council of India v. Sanjeev Kumar
STATUES
ELECTRONIC MEDIUM
1. www.manupatra.com
2. www.scconline.com
BOOKS
LIST OF ABBREVATIONS
Supreme Court SC
High Court HC
Doctor Dr.
Government Govt.
AIR All India Reporter
Article Art.
Others Ors.
STATEMENT OF JURISDICTION
The Petitioner has respectfully invoked the jurisdiction of this Hon'ble High Court
under Article 226 of the Constitution of Indonia, on the grounds of alleged violations
of fundamental rights by the Government of the Republic of Indonia.
The Petitioner acknowledges and fully respects the power and authority vested in this
esteemed court to adjudicate over the present case. The Petitioner firmly believes that
this Hon'ble High Court has both the competence and the duty to examine the matters
brought before it, particularly when concerns of fundamental rights and potential legal
in fractions are at stake. In entrusting this court with the responsibility of reviewing
the case, the Petitioner seeks a just and equitable resolution to the issues presented.
WRITTEN PLEADINGS
Yes, the Writ Petition is maintainable, and the High Court of Jaipuria has the
jurisdiction to entertain the Writ Petition. While the events in question
occurred within the territory of Panchal, the High Court of Jaipuria has
jurisdiction to hear the case for several reasons:
1
. 2 July, 2007
Yes, point number two does clearly imply that in the given scenario:
In such a situation, both State 'A' (Jaipuria) and State 'B' (Panchal) would have
jurisdiction under Article 226(1) and (2), respectively. This means that the
High Court of Jaipuria (State 'A') has jurisdiction to entertain the writ petition
since part of the cause of action occurred within its jurisdiction, even if the
events leading to the writ petition partially took place in State 'B' (Panchal).
This is a well-established legal principle, and it allows for flexibility in
deciding the appropriate court when a cause of action spans multiple locations.
In the case of Oil & Natural Gas Commission v. Utpal Kumar Basu & Ors2,
the principle established was that the issue of territorial jurisdiction should be
determined based on the facts presented before the court, and the veracity of
those facts is immaterial at this stage. This means that when deciding questions
of jurisdiction, the court does not assess the truth or accuracy of the facts
presented by the parties but rather considers the facts as they are presented.
This principle is significant because it allows the court to consider whether the
case falls within its territorial jurisdiction based on the information provided
by the parties, without conducting a full inquiry into the veracity of those facts
at the jurisdictional stage.
2
. 1994 (4) SCC 711
2. Habeas Corpus Jurisdiction: The power of the High Court to issue writs
of habeas corpus is a critical element of India's legal system. Habeas corpus is
a legal remedy that protects the fundamental right to personal liberty. It enables
the court to inquire into the legality of an individual's detention, ensuring that
individuals are not unlawfully or arbitrarily deprived of their freedom. Here,
I'll explain this concept further and provide Indian case laws that illustrate the
importance of habeas corpus jurisdiction:
State of West Bengal v. Ashok Dey4: In this case, the Calcutta High Court
emphasized the role of habeas corpus in protecting personal liberty and
ensuring that detentions are lawful.
3
. 1980 AIR 1579, 1980 SCR (2) 557
4
. 1972 AIR 1660, 1972 SCR (2) 434
In summary, The High Court has the authority to inquire into cases where
individuals have been detained beyond what the law allows. This includes
situations where the detention period exceeds the limits prescribed by law, or
when detention occurs without proper legal authority.
Judicial Review:
- Habeas corpus proceedings also serve as a form of judicial review. The
court examines the legality of detention to ensure that it complies with the
legal procedures and does not infringe on an individual's fundamental rights.
to life and personal liberty (Article 21), the right to equality (Article 14),
and the right to freedom of speech and expression (Article 19), among
others. It's the duty of the High Court to protect and enforce these rights.
K.S. Puttaswamy v. Union of India (2017) 6: In the famous Aadhaar case, the
Supreme Court reaffirmed the right to privacy as a fundamental right that
emanates from the right to life and personal liberty. The court emphasized the
need to strike a balance between privacy and the legitimate aims of the state.
High Court Jurisdiction: The High Courts in India, including the High Court
of Jaipuria, have the power to issue writs, orders, or directions for the
enforcement of fundamental rights. This jurisdiction extends to cases where
fundamental rights have been violated, regardless of the location where the
events occurred.
5
. 1978 AIR 597, 1978 SCR (2) 621
In conclusion, the High Court of Jaipuria has the jurisdiction and authority to
entertain the Writ Petition. This is supported by principles of territorial
jurisdiction, the critical role of habeas corpus in safeguarding personal liberty,
the protection of fundamental rights, the significance of public interest, and
the High Court's role in addressing violations of legal rights. These factors
collectively establish the High Court's competence to adjudicate the matter,
regardless of the location where the events occurred.
Yes, the High Court of Jaipuria has the authority to adjudicate upon the act of
prescription of drugs for medicinal purposes by Dr. Vatsal Tripathi. The
judiciary, including High Courts, has the power to review administrative
actions, including those taken by medical professionals While Protecting his
rights.
7
. 1978 AIR 597, 1978 SCR (2) 621
8
. W.P (C) 11353/2017 & C.M 46387- 88/2017
Medical Records and Intent: Dr. Vatsal's medical records and intentions
should be thoroughly examined to establish that he prescribed Xenophyl solely
for legitimate medical reasons. Any suspicion or allegation should be
substantiated with concrete evidence before any adverse action is taken against
him.
In this defense, the focus is on establishing that Dr. Vatsal's actions were
within the bounds of medical ethics and law, and that he should not be held
responsible for the unrelated actions of Mr. Anirudh. The presumption of
innocence, the importance of due process, and a fair legal proceeding should
be upheld to protect Dr. Vatsal's rights and reputation.
PRAYERS
AND/OR
3. Pass any other order, which this Hon'ble Court may deem fit in light of
justice, Equity and good conscience.
( Petitioner)
Ms. Gunjan Tripathi
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(Counsel for the Petitioner)