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In which of the following cases the Supreme Court has upheld the validity of Section 51 of Code of…

Jolly George Verghese preserved section 51 as constitutionally compatible when interpreted with its safeguards and Article 21. Mere poverty or inability to pay does not…

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In which of the following cases the Supreme Court has upheld the validity of Section 51 of Code of Civil Procedure?

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Jolly George Verghese preserved section 51 as constitutionally compatible when interpreted with its safeguards and Article 21. Mere poverty or inability to pay does not justify civil imprisonment; the court must examine the statutory grounds, including ability and culpable refusal where relied on. Thus validity does not mean automatic detention for every unpaid decree.

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