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Transfer Petition in the Supreme Court of India: Law, Grounds, and Landmark Case Laws

February 26, 2026 by Prashant Kanha

Supreme Court of India building – relevant to transfer petitions under Article 139A, Section 25 CPC, and Section 446 BNSS

A clear and structured guide to transfer petitions in the Supreme Court of India, explaining the jurisdiction under Article 139A, Section 25 CPC, and Section 446 BNSS. Includes key grounds, leading case laws, and practical insights from an Advocate-on-Record for assessing when inter-state transfer of a case is justified.

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