“Widow of Soldier Should Not Have Been Dragged to Court’: SC Imposes Rs.50k Fine on Centre in Pension Appeal Case

Today, On 3rd December, the Supreme Court imposed a Rs. 50,000 cost on the Central Government for appealing a widow’s pension rights following her soldier husband’s death. The court criticized the appeal as frivolous and detrimental, emphasizing the need for compassion towards armed forces families. The widow’s pension rights were upheld, reinforcing social justice.