Petitioner submitted false affidavit - Court levied Rs. 10 lakhs fine

Last updated: 09 December 2022
Quick Summary
The Supreme Court has upheld a Rs 10 lakh fine imposed by the High Court on M/S SCIEMED OVERSEAS INC for filing a false affidavit. The company had claimed nearly 85% of work was completed, but an inspection revealed this was untrue. The court emphasised the alarming increase in false affidavits and the need to discourage this practice to maintain the integrity of judicial proceedings.

Court :
Supreme Court of India

Brief :
On the material before us and the material considered by the High Court, we are satisfied that the imposition of costs by the High Court was justified. We find no reason to interfere with the impugned judgment and order.

Citation :
M/S SCIEMED OVERSEAS INC v. BOC INDIA LIMITED & ORS [SC]

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