#Order XXI CPC

The Chhattisgarh HC held that an executing court cannot direct government officers to personally appear or file affidavits for payment of an arbitral award, as such orders exceed jurisdiction under Section 36 of the Arbitration Act read with Order XXI CPC. The ruling shields public officials from personal liability in award execution and limits court overreach.

Karnataka High Court rules that interest under the Workmen’s Compensation Act continues to accrue until the award amount is physically received by the decree-holder, even if deposited in appeal. Unilateral deposits without compliance with CPC Order XXI do not discharge the liability, reinforcing the executing court’s role in ensuring full payment.

Chhattisgarh High Court reinforces that executing courts cannot entertain title disputes over property not covered by the decree. Parties must file independent civil suits for such claims, ensuring clarity in execution proceedings under Order XXI CPC.

Madras High Court rules that directors of a company cannot be arrested in execution proceedings for a decree against the company without proper legal process and means inquiry under Order XXI CPC.