Temple of Affidavit in a Supreme Court Case
Temple of Affidavit in a Supreme Court Case
IN THE SUPREME COURT OF INDIA
CIVIL APPELLATE JURISDICTION
CIVIL APPEAL NO. OF 2019
IN THE MATTER OF:
______________ & Ors. Appellants
Versus
Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory
Commission & Ors. Respondents
AFFIDAVIT
I, _______________ S/o ______________, aged about 48 years, R/o. _______________________, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, do hereby solemnly affirm and state on oath as under:
- That I am Appellant No.1 in the above matter and I am authorized to swear this affidavit on behalf of other Appellants also. I am well conversant with the facts and circumstances of the case, as gathered from the records of the case.
- I have read over and understood the contents of the Civil Appeal in para Nos. 1 to ___ from page Nos. ___to ___, list of dates B to __interlocutory applications and say that the facts stated therein are true to my knowledge and belief from the records of the case and believed by me to be true. The remaining portions are legal submissions, which I believe to be true.
- I say that averments stated herein above are true to my knowledge and no part of it is false and nothing material has been concealed there from.
- The accompanying Annexures with this appeal are true copies of their respective originals.
DEPONENT
VERIFICATION
I, the Deponent abovenamed do hereby verify that the contents of paras 1 to 4 of my above affidavit are true to my knowledge, no part of it is false and nothing material has been concealed therefrom.
Verified at Lucknow, U.P. on this ___ day of October, 2025.
DEPONENT
IN THE SUPREME COURT OF INDIA
CIVIL APPELLATE JURISDICTION
I.A. No. of 2019
IN
CIVIL APPEAL NO. OF 2019
IN THE MATTER OF:
______________________ & Ors. Appellants
Versus
Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory
Commission & Ors. Respondents
AFFIDAVIT
I, _________________S/o ____________________, aged about 48 years, R/o. _______________________, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, do hereby solemnly affirm and state on oath as under:
- That I am Appellant No.1 in the above matter and I am authorized to swear this affidavit on behalf of other Appellants also. I am well conversant with the facts and circumstances of the case, as gathered from the records of the case.
- I have read over and understood the contents of interlocutory applications and say that the facts stated therein are true to my knowledge and belief from the records of the case and believed by me to be true.
- The accompanying Annexures with this application are true copies of their respective originals.
DEPONENT
VERIFICATION
I, the Deponent above named do hereby verify that the contents of paras 1 to 3 of my above affidavit are true to my knowledge, no part of it is false and nothing material has been concealed therefrom.
Verified at Lucknow, U.P. on this ___ day of October, 2024.
DEPONENT
IN THE SUPREME COURT OF INDIA
CIVIL APPELLATE JURISDICTION
I.A. No. of 2019
IN
CIVIL APPEAL NO. OF 2019
IN THE MATTER OF:
Neeraj Shankar Saxena & Ors. Appellants
Versus
Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory
Commission & Ors. Respondents
AFFIDAVIT
I, _________________ S/o late _________________, aged about 48 years, R/o. _______________________, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, do hereby solemnly affirm and state on oath as under:
- That I am Appellant No.1 in the above matter and I am authorized to swear this affidavit on behalf of other Appellants also. I am well conversant with the facts and circumstances of the case, as gathered from the records of the case.
- I have read over and understood the contents of interlocutory applications and say that the facts stated therein are true to my knowledge and belief from the records of the case and believed by me to be true.
- The accompanying Annexures with this application are true copies of their respective originals
- The accompanying Annexures with this appeal are true copies of their respective originals.
DEPONENT
VERIFICATION
I, the Deponent above named do hereby verify that the contents of paras 1 to 4 of my above affidavit are true to my knowledge, no part of it is false and nothing material has been concealed therefrom.
Verified at Lucknow, U.P. on this ___ day of October, 2024.
DEPONENT
VERIFICATION
I, the Deponent above named do hereby verify that the contents of paras 1 to 3 of my above affidavit are true to my knowledge, no part of it is false and nothing material has been concealed therefrom.
Verified at Lucknow, U.P. on this ___ day of October, 2024.
DEPONENT
THE SUPREME COURT OF INDIA
CIVIL APPELLATE JURISDICTION
SPEICAL LEAVE PETITION (C) No. OF 2019
IN THE MATTER OF:
______________ & Ors. Appellants
Versus
Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory
Commission & Ors. Respondents
VAKALATNAMA
I, ______________________Appellant(s) in the above Petition/Reference do hereby appoint and retain. ________________________________________ Advocate Supreme Court of India to act and appear for me/us in the above Suit/Appeal/Petition/Reference/Review and on my/our behalf, to conduct and prosecute / defend the same and all proceedings that may be taken in respect of any application connected with the same or any Decree or Order passed therein, including proceedings in taxation and application for Review, and to file and obtain return of document, and deposit and receive any money on my/our behalf in the said Suit/Appeal/Petition/Reference and in application for Review, and to represent me/us, and to take all necessary steps on my/our behalf in the above matter. I / We agree to pay his fees and our of pocket expenses, agree to ratify all acts done by the aforesaid advocate in pursuance of this authority.
Dated this the ……………………… day of …………………………2024
Advocate for Appellants
Appellants
MEMO OF APPEARANCE
To,
The Registrar,
Supreme Court of India
New Delhi – 110 001
Sir,
Kindly enter my appearance in the above mentioned Petition / Appeal / Reference / Review made on behalf of the Petitioner(s) / Appellant(s) / Respondents (s)
Yours faithfully
New Delhi
Advocate for the Appellant
Dated:
Respondent (s) / Appellant (s)
Understanding Civil Appeals in the Supreme Court of India
The Supreme Court of India serves as the highest judicial authority, ensuring justice through its various jurisdictions, including original, advisory, and appellate. A significant aspect of its role is the appellate jurisdiction, which allows it to review decisions made by lower courts, particularly High Courts, in civil matters.
What Constitutes a Civil Appeal?
A civil appeal is a legal process where a party seeks the Supreme Court’s intervention to review and possibly overturn a judgment, decree, or final order issued by a High Court in a civil proceeding. To initiate such an appeal, the High Court must certify that the case involves a substantial question of law of general importance that warrants the Supreme Court’s consideration. This certification is governed by Article 133 of the Indian Constitution.
Criteria for High Court Certification
Under Article 133, an appeal can be made to the Supreme Court if the High Court certifies that:
The case involves a substantial question of law of general importance.
In the High Court’s opinion, this question requires a decision by the Supreme Court.
This mechanism ensures that only cases with significant legal implications reach the Supreme Court, thereby maintaining judicial efficiency.
Procedure for Filing a Civil Appeal
Once the High Court grants the necessary certification, the aggrieved party has 60 days to file an appeal with the Supreme Court, as stipulated by Order XIX of the Supreme Court Rules. It’s important to note that this process is distinct from the Supreme Court’s special leave to appeal jurisdiction under Article 136, which permits the Court to hear appeals from any court or tribunal in India at its discretion.
Role of Affidavits in Civil Appeals
In the context of civil appeals, affidavits play a crucial role. An affidavit is a sworn statement of facts relevant to the case, made by an individual with firsthand knowledge. In the Supreme Court, affidavits are used to:
Authenticate Documents: Confirm that the annexures (attachments) are true copies of their originals.
Verify Facts: Assert that the statements made in the appeal are true to the best of the deponent’s knowledge and belief.
The deponent, typically the appellant or an authorized representative, must sign the affidavit, affirming the truthfulness of its contents under oath. This process ensures the integrity and reliability of the information presented to the Court.
Conclusion
The appellate jurisdiction of the Supreme Court in civil matters serves as a vital mechanism for upholding justice and ensuring the consistent application of law across India. By allowing appeals on substantial questions of law, the Supreme Court addresses significant legal issues that impact the broader legal landscape, thereby reinforcing its role as the guardian of the Constitution and the rule of law.
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