M. K. Munthan vs M. Pasupathi

The Supreme Court upheld the eviction order under Section 10(2)(1) of the Tamil Nadu Buildings (Lease and Rent Control) Act, 1960, confirming that the tenant had defaulted in rent payment from the commencement of tenancy on 1st July 1988. The Court found that the tenant's claim of having sent a money order was unsubstantiated, as the landlord was out of town and had not refused payment. The Court emphasized that the tenant failed to provide valid reasons for non-payment and thus affirmed the High Court's decision restoring the eviction order, granting the tenant three months to vacate the premises.