N. SRIHARI (D) THROUGH LRS. & ORS. versus N. PRAKASH & ORS.

In the absence of a specific finding as to the earliest Will dated 2.1.1956, the matter is remitted to the High Court for fresh consideration after permitting production of the original Will or certified copy, and after hearing objections in accordance with law.

Parties: Appellant/defendant: N. Srihari (D) through LRs. & Ors.; Respondent/plaintiff: N. Prakash & Ors.
Jurisdiction: India
Judgment Date: 19 February 2008
Procedural Posture: Civil Appeal / Remand to High Court for Fresh Disposal
Outcome: Remand to High Court for fresh disposal
Legal Topics: Will Validity, Title Through Will, Primary and Secondary Evidence, Partition, Practice and Procedure

Property Law Succession Evidence Will Validity Title Through Will Primary and Secondary Evidence Partition Practice and Procedure

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Parties

N. Srihari (D) through LRs. & Ors.

Appellant/defendant

N. Prakash & Ors.

Respondent/plaintiff

Procedural Posture

Civil Appeal / Remand to High Court for Fresh Disposal

Legal Issues

1 Whether the earliest Will dated 2.1.1956 executed by N. Saya Goud was properly considered by the trial court and High Court
2 Admissibility and effect of certified copy vs. original of the will
3 Effect of Will on title and partition among heirs

Ratio Decidendi

Court Disposition

Remand to High Court for fresh disposal

Orders

Appellants/contesting defendants permitted to place the original Will dated 2.1.1956 before the High Court.
If original is not available, certified copy may be placed.