Ram Bihari vs Sukhlal Kurmi

The Supreme Court held that the High Court erred in refusing to condone the delay in filing the first appeal, emphasizing the importance of allowing parties to present their cases on merits. The Court allowed the appeal, set aside the impugned order, and directed the High Court to restore the first appeal for adjudication according to law. This decision underscores the principle that procedural delays should not bar access to justice when reasonable grounds are presented.