For Offence Of False Evidence In A Tribunal, Only Remedy Is Private Complaint; Route Of S.195/340 CrPC Not Applicable : Supreme Court

The Supreme Court ruled that in cases of false evidence presented before a tribunal, the only remedy available to the aggrieved party is to file a private complaint. The Court held that Section 195(3) of the Criminal Procedure Code, which pertains to false evidence in judicial proceedings, is not applicable to tribunals. The ruling underscores the distinction between criminal proceedings and the remedial steps available in tribunal-related matters, clarifying that tribunals lack the jurisdiction to take suo motu action regarding false evidence. The judgment directs the aggrieved parties to approach the private complaint route for remedies.