Kunhayammed

Special Leave Petition in Supreme Court: Law and Practice.

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Lawyer arguing before judges for special leave to appeal under Article 136 — Supreme Court of India SLP concept.

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

Effect of Dismissal of Special Leave Petition by Supreme Court and Doctrine of Merger

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Supreme Court of India illustration explaining dismissal of Special Leave Petition and doctrine of merger.

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.