State Of Karnataka & Anr vs G R Nadagouda (Dead) By Lrs & Anr

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's direction for the State of Karnataka to pay interest at the rate of 15% per annum from November 15, 1996, until the amount is deposited in court, emphasizing that the State's diligent pursuit of litigation does not exempt it from paying interest. The Court clarified that the trial court must consider the court fees based on the dates of the suit and decree, specifically from 1955 and 1957 respectively. The appeal to reduce the interest rate to 6% was rejected, affirming the High Court's discretion in determining the interest rate.