Doctrine Of Merger Won't Apply If SLP Was Dismissed Without Granting Leave Whether By Reasoned Order Or Not : Supreme Court

The Supreme Court ruled that the doctrine of merger does not apply if an SLP (Special Leave Petition) is dismissed without granting leave, whether through a reasoned order or not. This decision clarifies that such dismissals do not merge with the order under challenge. The Court emphasized that the impact of this dismissal should be understood within the context of the legal principles governing SLPs and their consequences on subsequent proceedings. This judgment provides clarity on the procedural aspects of SLP dismissals and their implications on further legal recourse.