A Bench of Justice Shekhar B Saraf observed frivolous litigation clogs the courts with baseless claims and delays the resolution of legitimate disputes.
Individuals with valid claims may be forced to endure a prolonged legal battles, often at great personal and financial cost, simply because the system is overwhelmed by frivolous cases, the judge added.
“Imposition of costs in cases of frivolous litigation is not intended to discourage legitimate claims but rather to deter abuse of the legal system. Courts have discretion to differentiate between cases where parties genuinely believe in the merit of their claims and those where litigation is pursued for ulterior motives or without any reasonable basis,” the Court explained.
By imposing costs in frivolous or vexatious cases, courts strike a balance between deterring abuse and ensuring access to justice for legitimate claimants, the Court said.
Source: Barandbench
