Application Seeking Exemption from Filing Official Translation in the Supreme Court of India
Civil Appellate Jurisdiction I.A. No. ____ of 2025 In Special Leave Petition (C) No. ____ of 2025
In the Matter of:
__________ Devi …Petitioner Versus State of Uttar Pradesh & Ors. …Respondents
Application Seeking Exemption from Filing Official Translation of Annexure
TO, The Hon’ble Chief Justice and His Companion Justices of the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India
The humble application of the Petitioner/Applicant above named most respectfully showeth:
Grounds of Application
Impugned Order
The Petitioner has preferred the accompanying Special Leave Petition against the judgment dated ____ 2025, passed by the Hon’ble High Court of Judicature at Allahabad in Writ C No. ____ of 2025, whereby the writ petition was dismissed with costs of ₹50,000/-, without adjudication on merits.
Facts Incorporated:
The facts leading to the filing of the present Special Leave Petition are already set out therein and may be read as part of this application.
Annexures in Vernacular
Certain annexures filed along with the petition, including Annexure P-___ (order dated ____ passed by the Ld. Additional District Magistrate, ____), and other supporting documents, are in vernacular language.
True English Translations Filed
To avoid delay, the Petitioner has placed on record true English translations of such annexures, duly prepared by a competent translator conversant with legal terminology. These translations are faithful, correct, and sufficient for effective adjudication.
Urgency and Undertaking
In view of urgency and in the interest of justice, the Petitioner seeks exemption from filing official translations at this stage, while undertaking to furnish official translations if directed by this Hon’ble Court at any subsequent stage.
Prayer
It is, therefore, most respectfully prayed that this Hon’ble Court may be pleased to:
- a) Exempt the Petitioner from filing official translations of annexures filed along with the Special Leave Petition, particularly Annexure ___ and other documents in vernacular; and
- b) Pass such other or further orders as this Hon’ble Court may deem fit, just, and proper in the facts and circumstances of the case.
And for this act of kindness, the Petitioner as in duty bound shall ever pray.
Drafting Details
Drawn by: __________________________
Filed by: Counsel for the Petitioner
Place: New Delhi
Date: ___________
Note: This draft is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For expert assistance in filing such applications before the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India, please consult LLC Lawyer – Legal Light Consulting.
1. What is a transfer petition in the Supreme Court of India?
A transfer petition is a request filed before the Supreme Court seeking to transfer a case from one court to another, usually for reasons such as convenience, impartiality, or justice.
2. Who can file a transfer petition?
A party to a case (either petitioner or respondent) can file a transfer petition before the Supreme Court under Article 139A of the Constitution or Section 25 of the Code of Civil Procedure.
3. What is an application seeking exemption from filing official translation?
It is a request made to the Supreme Court asking permission to rely on true English translations of documents filed in vernacular language, instead of official translations, to avoid delay in proceedings.
4. Why is exemption from official translation sought?
Exemption is sought to save time and expedite hearings. Petitioners often file true English translations prepared by competent translators and undertake to file official translations if directed later.
5. What documents usually require translation in such petitions?
Orders, judgments, or annexures issued by lower courts or authorities in vernacular languages (like Hindi or regional languages) often need translation for Supreme Court proceedings.
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The Court considers urgency, correctness of translations filed, and the petitioner’s undertaking to provide official translations later. If satisfied, it may grant exemption.
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