Parties cannot rely upon definitions of ‘terrorism’ in penal statutes since Exclusion Clause contains an exhaustive definition: SC

Narsingh Ispat Ltd. Vs Oriental Insurance Company Ltd. (Supreme Court of India)

THE APEX COURT HELD THAT: – Parties cannot rely upon the definitions of ‘terrorism’ in penal statutes since the Exclusion Clause contains an exhaustive definition.

BRIEF FACTS:

Supreme Court of India was dealing with the petition filed under Section 23 of the Consumer Protection Act, 1986. The appellant has challenged the judgment and order dated 18th October 2016 of the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission. By the said Judgment, the Commission dismissed the Consumer Complaint filed by the appellant.

1. The appellant had taken Standard Fire and Special Perils Policy from the respondent insurance company for the period from 28th June 2009 to 27th June 2010.

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