A.M. Siththi Husaima and Others vs A.M.M. Uwais and Others – CA 1387/2000-2014

In the case between A.M. Siththi Husaima and Others (Appellants) and A.M.M. Uwais and Others (Respondents), the court addressed the issue of whether an appeal could proceed after the Appellants failed to file substitution papers following the death of the 1st Respondent-Respondent. It was held that the appeal could not proceed due to the Appellants’ failure to comply with procedural requirements and prosecute the appeal diligently. The principle reaffirmed is that an appeal will be dismissed when necessary procedural steps, such as filing substitution papers after a party’s death, are not taken in a timely manner. The decision relied on established procedural rules, emphasizing that procedural compliance is essential for the continuation of appellate proceedings.

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