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Mandatory Injunction at Interlocutory Stage
Judicial Orders, Injunctions & Precedents
Definition
An extraordinary, rare interim direction compelling a party to perform a positive physical act (such as demolishing a structure or restoring water connections) before trial, granted only in exceptional cases to restore the last peaceful status quo.
Example
In Dorab Cawasji Warden v. Coomi Sorab Warden, the Supreme Court established that an interim mandatory injunction can be granted only where the plaintiff shows a strong, clear prima facie case and grave irreparable damage requiring immediate restoration.