In Brief
In this civil appeal, the appellant challenged the High Court's dismissal of his contempt application on the sole ground that he was absent and had no representation, without deciding his claim for financial benefits on merits. The Supreme Court held that principles of natural justice require affording the appellant an opportunity to make submissions on merits. Considering the appellant's advanced age and absence at the prior hearing, the Court set aside the High Court's order and remitted the matter for reconsideration on its merits, directing the appellant to appear and present his case on a specified date.
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