MURUGAN vs KESAVA GOUNDER (DEAD) THR LRS AND ORS.

The Supreme Court addressed the interpretation of Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, emphasizing that the drawer of a cheque must be given a notice of dishonor within 30 days of the receipt of information regarding the cheque's dishonor. The Court held that failure to provide such notice invalidates the complaint under Section 138, establishing that the notice is a prerequisite for initiating proceedings. The appeal was allowed, and the complaint was quashed due to non-compliance with the statutory requirement.