Delhi High Court says fraction of cause of action in Delhi not enough to invoke its jurisdiction

The Delhi High Court ruled that a fraction of the cause of action arising in Delhi is insufficient to invoke its jurisdiction. The case involved a doctor challenging the National Board of Medical Exam Sciences’ (NBEM) cancellation of her candidature for a diploma course in Uttar Pradesh. The court noted that all essential aspects of the case arose in Uttar Pradesh, beyond its territorial jurisdiction. The court emphasized the doctrine of forum conveniens, which dictates that the jurisdiction to hear a case rests with the court most suitable for resolving the dispute. The court dismissed the petition, reinforcing the principle that jurisdiction should be based on substantial connections to the forum.