Principle

CIVIL PROCEDURE — Jurisdiction — Supreme Court — Inherent Power to Set Aside Judgment

Area of law
CIVIL PROCEDURE
Court
Supreme Court

The Supreme Court's inherent power to set aside its own judgment is limited to three categories: (1) fraud or deceit; (2) nullity; (3) mistaken belief of consent. The power is exercised sparingly. The applicant must prove the ground clearly. The principle ensures that fundamental defects…

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