VEDABAI @ VAIJAYANTABAI BABURAO PATIL vs

The Supreme Court held that the Additional District Judge's dismissal of the application for condonation of delay under Section 5 of the Limitation Act was erroneous, as it failed to adopt a pragmatic approach and misapplied the principle of 'sufficient cause'. The Court emphasized that a liberal construction of 'sufficient cause' is essential to advance substantial justice, particularly in cases of minor delays. The Court set aside the High Court's order, condoned the seven-day delay, and restored the appeal for a decision on merits.