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1. Dispute over possession of land between two sisters' successors. 2. Claim of exclusive ownership by one sister's successors. 3. Burden of proof on plaintiffs in possession dispute. 4. Legal principles regarding joint ownership of undivided property. 5. Requirement of identifying suit property for possession claim. 6. Impact of sale deed on co-owners' interests. 7. Relief sought by plaintiffs in possession dispute. Analysis: 1. The case involves a dispute over the possession of land between the successors of two sisters, Mrs. Dayabai Lakshmanan and Mrs. Grace Pritabai Morris. The properties were jointly owned, and no partition had occurred between the sisters, leading to the current legal battle over ownership rights. 2. The judgment delves into the claim of exclusive ownership made by the successors of Mrs. Grace Pritabai Morris based on a partition agreement and subsequent sales of land portions. The court examines the legal implications of these transactions and the rights conferred upon the successors in the absence of a formal partition. 3. The burden of proof in possession disputes is highlighted, emphasizing that the plaintiffs must establish their case with reliable and admissible evidence. Legal precedents are cited to underscore the importance of proving title and the limitations of relying on weaknesses in the defendant's case. 4. The judgment discusses the legal principles governing joint ownership of undivided property, emphasizing that a purchaser from a co-owner does not automatically gain exclusive possession rights. The Transfer of Property Act is referenced to explain the rights of transferees in such scenarios, emphasizing joint ownership rather than exclusive possession. 5. The requirement of accurately identifying the suit property for a possession claim is crucial. The court scrutinizes various maps and documents presented by the plaintiffs to ascertain the exact boundaries and descriptions of the land in question. Failure to provide clear evidence and discrepancies in the presented maps weaken the plaintiffs' case. 6. The impact of a sale deed on the interests of co-owners is explored, with the judgment indicating that the sale does not necessarily affect the rights of other co-owners. The court's analysis focuses on the implications of the sale on the interests of the co-owners and the limitations of the purchasers' claims. 7. Finally, the relief sought by the plaintiffs in the possession dispute is addressed. While the court dismisses the suit against the appellants, it grants a decree in favor of the plaintiffs for a refund of the consideration paid, along with interest. The judgment aims to bring the litigation to a conclusion by providing a monetary remedy to the plaintiffs in lieu of possession rights.
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