Principle of estoppel does not apply when error by court needs to be corrected: Kerala High Court

The Kerala High Court has examined the principle of estoppel in relation to court errors, emphasizing that parties cannot be bound by incorrect legal interpretations even if previously accepted. The court clarified that while estoppel generally prevents parties from denying previously admitted facts or positions, it cannot apply to errors of law made by courts. This ruling establishes that judicial mistakes can be corrected regardless of prior acceptance by parties. The decision highlights the distinction between factual admissions and legal interpretations, stating that courts have an inherent duty to correct legal errors when identified. The judgment emphasizes that the interest of justice prevails over procedural constraints, particularly when dealing with fundamental legal principles.