Madras High Court Reinstates Testbook's Legal Challenge Against Google Over Billing Policy.
*In the case of Testbook Edu Solution Pvt Ltd Vs Google India Pvt Ltd].* A Division Bench of the Madras High Court on Monday reinstated a lawsuit filed by the education technology company Testbook against Google, challenging its billing policy. The Bench, comprising Chief Justice K. Shriram and Justice Senthilkumar Ramamoorthy, overturned a single-judge order dated April 30, 2024, which had previously deemed Testbook's suit non-maintainable. The Division Bench, in its January 20 ruling, noted factual errors in the April 30, 2024, order and deemed it appropriate to quash and set it aside. The matter was remitted to the single judge for fresh consideration, with no opinion expressed on its merits. Testbook was allowed to file a fresh plea for a stay, and the Bench clarified that the single judge may reconsider interim relief on merits, without any comment from the Bench.
1/22/20251 min read
Court Overview:
The Madras High Court, established in 1862, serves as the principal judicial authority in the state of Tamil Nadu and the Union Territory of Puducherry. It has jurisdiction over civil, criminal, and constitutional matters and is known for its significant role in interpreting and upholding the law in India.
Court Analysis:
In its analysis, the Division Bench noted that the earlier order contained factual inaccuracies, warranting its quashing and setting aside. The Bench emphasized the importance of a thorough examination of the facts and legal arguments presented by Testbook in challenging Google's billing policy. By remitting the matter to the single judge, the Court ensured that the case would be reconsidered with due diligence and in accordance with the law.
Judgment :
The Division Bench's judgment reinstated Testbook's suit against Google, directing the single judge to reconsider the case afresh. The Bench clarified that it had not expressed any opinion on the merits of the matter, leaving the evaluation to the single judge. Additionally, Testbook was permitted to file a fresh plea for a stay, with the Bench noting that the single judge may consider restoring interim relief on its merits.