R.Balachandran, v. the Revenue Divisional Officer
Case brief
What is this about?
A writ petition under Article 226 sought a direction for the respondent authority to issue a death certificate for the petitioner's deceased grandfather within five months by considering the relevant application and holding an enquiry. The respondent agreed to process the application upon its turn, and the Court directed formal disposal on merits within the stipulated period.
What did the court decide?
The respondent is directed to dispose of the petitioner's application on merits within five months by holding an enquiry.