KAPUR CHAND JAIN vs B. S. GREWAL & OTHERS

The Supreme Court ruled that under the Punjab Security of Land Tenures Act, 1953, specifically sections 9(1)(ii) and 14A(1), past conduct of a tenant can be considered when determining sufficient cause for non-payment of rent. The Court held that while the appellant could not be evicted under section 14A(ii) due to timely payment of arrears, his eviction was justified under section 14A(1) due to irregular payment history. The judgment clarified that the statute does not apply retrospectively, but past conduct is relevant for assessing compliance with the Act.