J.Kumaradasan Nair & Anr vs Iric Sohan & Ors

The Supreme Court interpreted Section 14 of the Limitation Act, 1963, in the context of execution petitions, holding that the dismissal of an execution petition due to limitation does not bar subsequent petitions if the decree is still valid. The Court emphasized that the heirs of the decree holder can pursue execution despite prior dismissals, provided they act within the prescribed limitation period. The appeal was allowed, setting aside the High Court's order that dismissed the execution petition as barred by limitation.