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Section 131: Publication of rules

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Legal Commentary & Landmark Judgments: Section 131

Section 131 mandates that High Court rules made under Section 129 or Section 130 shall be published in the Official Gazette, taking effect upon publication.

  • Gazette Publication Mandate: Rules made under Section 129 or Section 130 shall be published in the Official Gazette and shall from the date of publication or other specified date have force of law.
  • Public Legal Notice: Ensures all litigants, bar members, and judicial officers are fixed with official notice of administrative rule changes.
Key Landmark Precedents:
  • Iridium India Telecom Ltd. v. Motorola Inc., (2005) 2 SCC 145: Affirmed that publication in the Official Gazette under Section 131 completes the legislative process for High Court rules.
  • P.S. Sathappan v. Andhra Bank Ltd., (2004) 11 SCC 672: Referenced Section 131 publication compliances.
Courtroom Practice & Strategic Litigation Guidance:

New practice directions or electronic filing guidelines issued by the High Court become legally enforceable upon Section 131 gazette notification.

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