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Issues involved: Petitioner sought order against insistence on license for lawful activities; interference in skill-oriented games like Rummy, Poker, Chess, etc.
Judgment Summary: Issue 1: License Requirement The petitioner sought direction against insistence on obtaining license for lawful activities in premises. Petitioner argued that activities like playing Dart, Chess, Rummy, Snooker/Billiards, and Carrom are not gambling activities or games of chance, hence not requiring a license. The place is restricted to members only, not a public place. Court considered arguments and held that respondents should not interfere with lawful activities but can take action if unlawful activities occur. Issue 2: Interference with Activities Respondents assured not to interfere with lawful activities and will act only if petitioner engages in unlawful activities. Court noted that the only complaint was interference with lawful activities. Court ordered respondents not to interfere with recreational activities of petitioner-Association but allowed lawful action if unlawful activities occur. In conclusion, the High Court directed respondents not to interfere with lawful recreational activities of the petitioner-Association and permitted lawful action in case of any unlawful activity. The Writ Petition was disposed of with no costs.
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