SEETHAMMAL vs SENTHIL FINANCE

The Supreme Court held that the sale of property in execution of a money decree was illegal as it was conducted in excess of the execution. The property, originally valued at Rs.75,000, was sold for only Rs.15,100, with the respondent being a mortgagee of the property. The Court directed the appellant to deposit interest at 18% on the amount deposited by the respondent and allowed the appeal, setting aside the sale. No costs were awarded.