A practical guide for Advocates-on-Record on drafting a Special Leave Petition under Article 136 that survives the Supreme Court’s admission stage. This article explains the constitutional foundation of SLP jurisdiction, how leave is granted, how to frame Questions of Law and Grounds with precision, and the drafting discipline required to avoid common causes of dismissal.
This article explains why leave to appeal to the Supreme Court under Article 136 is considered extraordinary. It traces the history, discretionary nature, and judicial principles that make the Special Leave Petition a unique constitutional safeguard against injustice
This article explains the legal effect of the Supreme Court dismissing a Special Leave Petition (SLP) at the threshold and how it interacts with the doctrine of merger. It analyses leading judgments, clarifies whether review or further remedies remain available, and outlines when a subsequent SLP can still be maintained. A clear guide for practitioners navigating post-SLP strategy.