Kaushalya Devi Massand vs Roopkishore Khore

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the Respondent under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, for dishonoring cheques issued in lieu of property sale. The Court emphasized that the absence of a jail sentence for the Respondent, despite the prolonged harassment faced by the Appellant, was inadequate. The Court directed that a suitable jail sentence be imposed to ensure justice and maintain public faith in the judicial system.