This document contains the Supreme Court of India's judgment in the case of N. Mohan vs R. Madhu, dated 21 November 2019. It addresses an appeal against a High Court order that refused to condone a significant delay in filing a first appeal against an ex-parte decree. The judgment discusses the defendant's right to appeal and the conditions under which delay can be condoned, ultimately allowing the appeal with a condition for deposit. This is essential reading for legal professionals dealing with appeals against ex-parte decrees and limitation periods.