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13. Consequently, this Court is of the view that plaintiffs are entitled to a decree of permanent injunction.
14. As far as relief of damages and rendition of accounts is concerned, this Court is of the view that as no evidence on the turnover of the defendants has been led, it is impossible to arrive at a precise figure. However, this Court in Microsoft Corporation Vs. Akram Khan & Anr., CS (OS) 117/2003 decided on 31st August, 2006 has held „Software piracy is a menace and needs to be put down with a heavy hand. I award compensatory damages in sum of rupees of Rs. 5,00,000/- (Rupees Five Lacs Only) in favour of plaintiff and against the defendants. Defendants shall be jointly and severally liable.‟