P.K.Palanisamy vs N.Arumugham & Anr

The Supreme Court held that the provisions of Article 227 of the Constitution of India empower the High Court to exercise supervisory jurisdiction over subordinate courts, but such power should be exercised judiciously. The Court emphasized that the delay in payment of court fees does not automatically invalidate the proceedings if the trial court has granted extensions. The Court upheld the High Court's decision to conditionally revive the suit, provided the respondents deposit the specified amount, reinforcing the principle that procedural delays should not hinder the pursuit of justice.